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Craft Fair at the Assembly Hall

March 15, 2023
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SUPPORT your local vendors at the first craft fair happening at the Assembly Hall on Saturday 25th March.

Taking place from 10am to 2pm, organisers say there will be, “unique handmade crafts, gifts and local art for sale.”

The price for a stall is £20 for a 10ft table.To book email sara.land@melksham-tc.gov.uk

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