A popular St. James community hub hosts Christmas Fair

By Jessica McLoughlin

St. James' Doddridge Centre bustling with activity during the Christmas Fair

St. James End residents flocked to the Doddridge Centre on December 9 to enjoy the annual Christmas Fair.

The Doddridge Centre, a community hub and not-for-profit organisation based in St. James, welcomed locals to check out stalls hosted by Northampton's creatives.

Christmas came early for those who attended, as handmade prints, jewelry and baked goods were all on sale.

The Christmas Fair lasted from 10-2 at the Doddridge Centre

Most excitingly of all, for £5, children had the chance to visit Santa's Grotto, and meet the big man himself.

We could not confirm or deny whether it was the real Santa Claus or just one of his helpers, but the suit and beard certainly looked convincing enough.

The Doddridge Centre is hosting a number of other events over the holiday period, including its Community Wardrobe.

They are still looking for winter clothes to provide to those in need during the cold winter months.

If you have winter clothes spare, you can take them to the Doddridge Centre in St. James End on any day of the week.