LATE night shopping evenings in Crediton, which are taking place every Friday in November, are proving a success.

Independent shops and cafes along the High Street and the Town have been opening late and there is also a programme of entertainment each Friday evening.

Penny Sugarplum Plonk held interactive hula hoop performances with late night shoppers. AQ 6682
Penny Sugarplum Plonk held interactive hula hoop performances with late night shoppers. AQ 6682 (Alan Quick, Crediton Courier)

In addition, some food vendors are parked near The Bookery on each occasion.

On Friday, November 15 as well as the Late Night Shopping and food vendors, there will be music by Jessie Hampson, Ian Edgar and the Triffles.

On Friday, November 22 the entertainment will include The Turning Tides Band, Marley, Seraph and the Triffles.

On Friday, November 29, the musicians include Dave and Caroline, Ia Edgar and Jessie Hampson.

Recent entertainment has included Penny Sugarplum Plonk with her interactive hula hoop performances and a magician.

The SagaLouts. AQ 6702
The SagaLouts. AQ 6702 (Alan Quick, Crediton Courier)

The entertainment and late night shopping runs until about 7.30pm, or later at some venues, each Friday.

Don’t miss the Christmas Market in the Town Square and Town Christmas Lights Switch-On on Saturday, November 30.

Tim and Jade Kieran of Crepes Galore from North Tawton. AQ 6695
Tim and Jade Kieran of Crepes Galore from North Tawton. AQ 6695 (Alan Quick, Crediton Courier)

Justice’s Kitchen provided Polish food. AQ 6697
Justice’s Kitchen provided Polish food. AQ 6697 (Alan Quick, Crediton Courier)

It will run from 1pm until 6pm and will include live bands, a bar, food, entertainers and a free grotto.

The late night shopping and Christmas in Crediton activities would not be possible without support from Crediton Town Council, Crediton Chamber of Commerce and a number of business sponsors.