Vintage and artisan fair

Stony Stratford Emporium is putting on a vintage and artisan fair at Old Stratford Community Hall on Sunday 15 November, from 10am to 2pm. It's an indoor one, so you'll be browsing under a roof rather than out in the elements, and it brings together a good mix of independent traders and makers from across the area.

On the vintage side, you'll find the usual treasures, collectables and curiosities — the kind of things that change every time you look, so it's more about the hunt than knowing exactly what you're after. Alongside that, there's a strong artisan presence: handmade jewellery, crochet, stained glass, and Christmas decorations, which should be handy with the date sitting just a few weeks before the big day. There are also soaps and self-care products, so it's as much about things for the home as it is about gifts for other people.

Because it's an indoor fair, you can take your time and wander through the stalls without worrying about the weather. The mix of vintage and handmade means you're likely to find a few things you weren't even looking for, and the independent traders keep it feeling local rather than like a high-street shop. It's a good spot if you're starting to think about Christmas presents and want something a bit more unusual than what you'll find in the usual places.

It runs from 10am to 2pm on Sunday 15 November at Old Stratford Community Hall, 88 High Street, Stony Stratford, Milton Keynes, MK11 1AH, and entry is free.