Ballymena NI Hospice Support Group to host 37th Annual Christmas Fair at Tullyglass House Hotel

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The Ballymena NI Hospice Support Group is inviting everyone to get into the festive spirit at their 37th Annual Christmas Fair, taking place at Tullyglass House Hotel on Wednesday 12 November 2025 from 11:00am to 7:00pm.

Admission is £5 at the door, with all proceeds going to the Northern Ireland Hospice. Organisers have ensured ample parking at Tullyglass, with additional overflow spaces available at Wellington Presbyterian Church nearby.

This much-loved event has become a firm fixture in the Ballymena festive calendar, drawing crowds each year to enjoy seasonal shopping, artisan crafts, delicious food, and a welcoming community atmosphere — all for a great cause.

Fair Organiser Linda Keys said she is delighted to welcome a fantastic range of local and regional traders to this year’s fair:

“We have sourced a wide range of exhibitors offering jewellery, antiques, artisan baking and foodstuffs, sweet treats, cosmetic products, handmade crafts, Christmas cards, gifts, and much, much more.”

A festive day out for a great cause

This year’s fair will feature an impressive line-up of over 50 local traders, including:

Food & Artisan Producers:

Kennedy Bacon, The Cheesecake Kitchen, Tony’s Griddle Goods, Annie’s Delights, Pollocks’ Pickles & Preserves, Glad Tidings Portglenone, Tully Farm Butchers Shop, Baked in Belfast, Flossy Treats, and Rock Island Crafts NI.

Crafts, Gifts & Homeware:

Ruby’s Deco, Bags and Bunting, Kraft Creations NI, Mittata, Kountry Konnections, The Little Handmade Shop, Seams Crafty, Art on a Tin, Funky Fleeces, The Quirky Flamingo Co, Wee Cat Glass Art, and The Weecraft Cottage.

Jewellery, Fashion & Beauty:

Vera McCullough Jewellery, Gemela Jewellery and Accessories, LØTTÄ Headwear, She Sparkles, Rose and Bumble Handcrafted, Copperwood NI, Suzanne Barr Hairdressing and Authentic Fragrances, and Blueangeldesignsuk.

Health & Wellness:

Forever Living Health and Wellness Products (Aloe Vera), Tropic Skincare – Mel Walker, The Haven / Neal’s Yard, and Plumpy Balms.

Unique Creatives:

Rachel’s Stone Art, David Tate Antiques, Silver and the Shore, Sheryl Newell Art, Two Spoons, Geraldine Granleese Children’s Empathy Books, Cyberprint, Savvy Shopaholic, and Akushla.

For a full trader list, visit the Ballymena NI Hospice Support Group Facebook page.

Fantastic prizes to be won

Visitors can also take part in the annual raffle, with ballot tickets available throughout the day. Prizes have been generously donated by local businesses, including a fabulous first prize — an overnight stay at Galgorm Resort, complete with lunch and full use of the spa facilities.

Community support and local hospitality

The Support Group expressed sincere thanks to Mr Gus McConville and the team at Tullyglass House Hotel for once again hosting the event:

“The Support Group is forever thankful to Mr. Gus McConville and his excellent staff in Tullyglass House Hotel for their support and use of the hotel again this year. We encourage those attending to pop in to the restaurant and enjoy the amazing food on offer at Tullyglass Hotel during your visit — food is available all day.”

As always, the group extends their gratitude to everyone who continues to support the event and the vital work of the Northern Ireland Hospice:

“The Ballymena NI Hospice Support Group thank the local and wider community for coming along and making this annual event such a success. If you haven’t started your Christmas shopping then come along to the Fair — what a great event to start gathering those gifts all while supporting the work of NI Hospice.”