Artists throw open studios to Christmas shoppers

Rotherham Open Arts Renaissance  is holding a Christmas Fayre and Open Studios event in the town centre on Friday and tomorrow Saturday, from 10am to 4pm each day.

The Christmas Fayre will feature over 20 local artists selling arts and crafts and will be held at the Old Market Gallery on Corporation Street and the Imperial Buildings on the High Street.

Browsers can enjoy live music, a hog roast, and activities designed to keep families busy, including designing your own festive wrapping paper.  

ROAR’s Art Space on Westgate will also be opening its doors, giving shoppers the opportunity to explore local art studios and speak to the professionals.