- DURATION 60 mins
Event Description
The history of Christmas markets from their medieval roots to today’s festive gatherings began as small stalls and grew into vibrant hubs, selling handmade crafts, ornaments, mulled wine, gingerbread, and more. Discover the cultural significance of the goods sold and how they reflect local traditions and create a magical atmosphere, through the lens of a trip to Hamburg’s Christmas Market
- Duration: 60 mins
- Online Zoom event: Join from your computer, phone or tablet (no replay available)
Meet the Host, Sandy
Sandy Leong is a historian and a member of the Royal Historical Society, entertaining audiences by telling stories that bring history to life. A qualified teacher, she has enjoyed a lifelong career in education, teaching in schools, colleges, and universities in the UK and abroad. She has led a wide range of educational projects across the UK and Europe and is a published author.
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