The event will celebrate creativity, community connection and mental wellbeing
A ‘Merry Mindful Makers’ Market in Hull will celebrate creativity and connection(Image: supplied image)
Hull & East Yorkshire Mind’s successful Mindful Makers’ Market is getting a merry makeover this Christmas. The popular pop-up celebrates local creativity, community and wellbeing.
The mental health charity is inviting local people to come together this Christmas time for the “Merry Mindful Makers’ Market”, which will be held on Saturday, December 12, from 11am to 4pm. Based at the Pier Street Pop Up Space, in Humber Street, the event will showcase a range of local makers, artists, creatives and independent businesses from across Hull and East Yorkshire.
Wykeland Beal and the Fruit Market team have provided their support in bringing the market to the venue. Visitors will be able to browse stalls featuring handmade crafts, jewellery, home décor, baked goods, wellbeing products, vinyl and more, while discovering the stories, passion and creativity behind the people who make them.
Lucy Joy Lines, events manager at Hull & East Yorkshire Mind, said: “We know Christmas can be a difficult time for several reasons, affecting individuals differently. We at Hull & East Yorkshire Mind can support you through this time with various support. Please reach out to us during the Christmas period.
“We know that wellbeing is about more than just accessing support when things become difficult. Creativity, community and connection all play a huge role in helping people feel happier, more confident and less isolated.
“The Mindful Makers’ Market is about celebrating local people doing what they love – whether that’s crafting, baking, designing, creating or starting their own small business – and giving the community a chance to come together and support that. Sometimes even something as simple as getting out of the house, speaking to new people, listening to music, browsing local stalls or discovering a new hobby can have a really positive impact on someone’s wellbeing, particularly at Christmas time, which can be overwhelming and isolating – we invite you to join us at the market.”
The event has been designed to encourage people to slow down, connect with others and experience the positive impact creativity and community can have on wellbeing. Research continues to show that creativity, social connection and meaningful hobbies can all play an important role in supporting mental health and wellbeing.
Did you know you can make Hull Live a preferred source of Hull news in Google, which will mean you get more of our breaking news, exclusives, and must-read stories straight away? Here’s more information about what this means and how to do it – you can also do it straight away by clicking here.
Activities such as crafting, creating, baking, art and music can help reduce stress, improve confidence, provide a sense of purpose and create opportunities for people to connect with others. The charity says the market is about more than just shopping local – it’s about creating a positive community space where people can connect with others, support independent businesses and discover products, hobbies and activities that support their wellbeing.
Hull & East Yorkshire Mind is also encouraging local makers, creatives and independent businesses to get involved by applying for a stall at the event. The charity hopes the market will not only support local traders, but also inspire more people to explore creativity, hobbies and community activities that positively support their mental health. For more information, or to apply for a stall, email events@heymind.org.uk
To find all the planning applications, traffic diversions, road layout changes, alcohol licence applications and more, visit the Public Notices Portal.