Stourbridge sisters bring free Christmas magic to families with festive market

Two Stourbridge sisters are hoping to spread some Christmas cheer and help families save money with a festive market featuring free Santa visits and presents for children.

Emma Moss and her sister Lucy, who run Mum2Mum Market Stourbridge, are preparing to host their Christmas Extravaganza at Haybridge High School in Hagley on Saturday, November 14.

The event, which runs from 10am to noon, will feature more than 36 stalls selling pre-loved children's clothing, toys, books, games and baby essentials at bargain prices.

Father Christmas and his elves will also return following last year's event, with children able to meet Santa free of charge and every child under eight receiving a complimentary Christmas present.

The sisters, who both live in Stourbridge and have four children under the age of eight between them, took over the running of Mum2Mum Market more than two years ago.

The market has been operating in the area for more than a decade, helping parents buy and sell quality second-hand children's items.

Emma said: "Lucy and I are sisters, we both live in Stourbridge, and between us we've got four children under eight, so we know exactly how expensive family life can be, especially at Christmas!

"We're both bargain hunters ourselves! We absolutely love finding beautiful clothes, toys and presents for our children at a fraction of the price you'd pay in the shops.

"That's what makes these markets so special. You can find some incredible bargains, often on things that have barely been used."

She added: "Taking children to see Santa can be surprisingly expensive, particularly when you've got more than one child, so we thought, why not make it free?

"We want families to come along, enjoy a lovely festive morning, meet Santa, find some brilliant bargains and make happy Christmas memories without worrying about the cost."

As well as offering families the chance to save money, the market aims to encourage more sustainable shopping by giving children's clothes, toys and other items a second home.

Lucy said: "Children grow out of things so quickly, and so many toys and clothes are barely used before they're outgrown.

"Christmas can put so much pressure on parents financially, and we want to show that you can still give your children a wonderful Christmas without spending hundreds of pounds.

"We're really proud to be continuing something that's been part of Stourbridge for over 10 years, and to be able to make it our own while supporting families in the community where we both live."

Visitors will also be able to enjoy a Christmas café serving hot chocolate, homemade cakes and festive treats.

Admission costs £2 for adults, while children can enter free of charge. Free parking will also be available.

Emma added: "We absolutely love running Mum2Mum Stourbridge. It's such a lovely community of parents, and seeing families leave with bags full of bargains makes all the hard work worthwhile.

"We're really excited for this year's Christmas Extravaganza, and we can't wait to welcome everyone along for a little festive magic!"

The Mum2Mum Market Stourbridge Christmas Extravaganza takes place at Haybridge High School, Hagley, on Saturday, November 14, from 10am until noon.