Welcome to Cohen & Co’s Curated Winter Wonderland Christmas Markets
Kickstart your festive spirit and join us for Yuletide cheer at The Carriage Rooms, Montalto, set in the beautifully tranquil landscaped gardens of the Montalto Estate. The Cohen & Co Christmas Market will have gifts for everyone on your list from a handpicked selection of local makers to bring you the very best in contemporary design rooted in tradition. Enjoy warming and festive treats, a sparkling Giant’s Basalt Rock Gin and much more whilst you shop or listen to one of our inspirational interior, lifestyle and fashion talks.
Dates: Friday 24 & Saturday 25 November 2023
Time: Friday 24 November, 17:30 - 21:00, Saturday 25 November, 10:00 - 17:00
At the heart of Cohen & Co is a commitment to supporting and sustaining local craftsmanship, creativity and age-old techniques. We celebrate and value the skilled work of artisans and it's a privilege to play a role in the continuation of these practices. When browsing the market, you’ll discover that the workmanship and quality of our pieces is of the highest standard.
We believe that partnering with local makers is important and helps make Cohen & Co who we are, and we feel privileged to work alongside them.
Shop Local and support small this festive season.
What to Expect
Day 1: A Candlelight Christmas Market
Friday 24 November, 17:30 - 21:00. Ticketed, Limited Availability.
Candlelight Christmas Luxury Tickets
Step inside this candlelight winter wonderland and you’ll be welcomed with a luxury gift bag, inside you’ll discover some very special pieces, all handpicked by Cohen & Co and by our local partnering makers, look further and you’ll see some extra special discounts from these brands. Spend the evening browsing the market before anyone else, listen to one of our inspirational talks and enjoy a complimentary, handcrafted Giant’s Basalt Rock Gin cocktail or mocktail from our bespoke, handpicked menu.
Candlelight Christmas Festive Tickets
Immerse yourself in the most enchanting evening of year and join us at The Carriage Rooms for our Candlelight Christmas Market. Spend the evening browsing the market before anyone else, listen to one of our inspirational talks and enjoy complimentary festive sweet treats & extra special discounts. A night not to be missed!
Talks Schedule:18:00 & 19:30: Join Helen, Founder of Cohen & Co and discover how Helen styles her home for Christmas, from dressing your Christmas tree to decorating your entrance console in preparation for the Yuletide season.
18:00 & 19:30: Join florist Polly Boyd and discover how to create a luxury fresh foliage Christmas garland to adorn your festive tablescape or fireplace mantle.
18:30 & 20:00: Join renowned chef Roz Turner from Hara at Home, who will share her fabulous recipes for entertaining at home this festive season using the best local, seasonal produce.
18:30 & 20:00: Join Laura Byrne Personal Stylist and founder of Laura Jane The Label as she shares her style advice on how to best dress for the festive season, everything you see will be shoppable from our local fashion boutiques: Ruby 67, Rebecca Jane and Laura Jane The Label.
19:00 & 20:30: Join Franchine, founder & CEO of award winning brand Franchine Young Ireland Organic Skincare, as she reveals the secrets to preparing your skin for the festive season. Get ready to nourish your skin with healthy nutrients, vitamins, and antioxidants for a noticeable healthy glow.
Even more good news, throughout the evening you’ll be able to discover more local stall based demos and sample some of their delicious treats.
Small businesses
Cohen & Co, Allotment Candles, Asher & Ace, Ayeen Art, Bellevue Bees, Blossom & Ivy, Blossom Meadow, Boo Bean & Bear, Border Loves, Buick House Candles, Button & Bud, City & Shore, Cloth & Grain, Consider Organics, Ditsy Love Designs, Ellice Owens Designs, Em Weir Studio, Feast, Frances Magee Art, Franchine Young Ireland, Garlic & Thyme, Basalt Distillery, Grace James, Hotties, Just Say Hooray, Key Hole Creations, Knit & Knot, Laura Jane The Label, LA Tile Design, Little Wild Bears, LØTTÄ Headwear, Lusso Tan, Mallow Makers, Milk & Joy, Monday's Child, Monto Chocolates & Confections, Mud Ireland, Native Coffee, Pearl Beauty, Peter Paints Pictures, Porcelain White, Rabbit and Lark, Rebecca Jane Boutique, Retro Grilled Cheese, Ruby Boutique, Ruth Osborne Art, Ryan's Gormet Food, Selah Coffee, Simply N, Siren Bay, Sonny on the Lane, Sweetness and Light Cakery, Taylor Yates, The Curly Pigs, The Flower Room Belfast, The Flower Truck, The Food Haven, The Gardener's Kitchen, The Lush Larder, The Potting Shed, The Urban Forest, True North Life, Urban Bloom Creative, White Chalk Studio, Wild & Free & Wild Shore.
Tickets
We have very limited tickets for our Friday evening Candlelight Christmas Market, please see below for details and to book online.
Candlelight Christmas Luxury
£50
Friday 24 November, 17:30 - 21:00.
Limited Availability.
Candlelight Christmas Festive
£30
Friday 24 November, 17:30 - 21:00.
Limited Availability.
Day 2: A Curated Christmas Market
Saturday 25 November, 10.00 - 17.00. Ticketed, Early Access Available.
Immerse yourself in the most enchanting time of year and join us on Saturday for our curated Christmas Market, showcasing over 75 handpicked, local, artisanal businesses. From ultimate gifts to stocking fillers, our selection is brimming with smile-inducing presents for the whole family. Feast your eyes upon our textiles, including throws, cushions and festive accessories – or even our locally produced handmade furniture for the interior design and homeware enthusiasts. Meanwhile, discover stalls from local makers, a curation of homeware, art, skincare, jewellery and more for the important man or woman in your life. Enjoy local entertainment, a festive food village, Giant’s Basalt Rock Gin cocktails and warming drinks for good measure. It promises to be the perfect event to meet with friends or family on the lead up to the big day.
Small Businesses
Cohen & Co, Allotment Candles, And Hope Designs, Artio Skincare, Asher & Ace, Ayeen Art, Baked by Corri, Barnn Skincare, Bellevue Bees, Blossom & Ivy, Blossom Meadow, Boo Bean & Bear, Border Loves, Buick House Candles, Button & Bud, City & Shore, Cloth & Grain, Consider Organics, Copper Bee Lettering, Ditsy Love Designs, Ellice Owens Designs, Em Weir Studio, Feast, Frances Magee Art, Franchine Young Ireland, Garlic & Thyme, Basalt Distillery, Grace & Golden, Grace James, Harlo, Hotties, Ivy & Gold, Just Say Hooray, Key Hole Creations, Knit & Knot, Charlotte & Tess, Lily & the Loom, Little Wild Bears, LØTTÄ Headwear, Love Lettie, Lusso Tan, Mallow Makers, Maria Perry Art, Milk & Joy, Mint & Ink, Monday's Child, Monto Chocolates & Confections, Mud Ireland, Native Coffee, Neart, Peter Paints Pictures, Porcelain White, Rabbit and Lark, Rebecca Jane Boutique, Rebecca May Jewellery, Retro Grilled Cheese, Rose & Bumble, Ruby Boutique, Ruth Osborne Art, Ryan's Gourmet Food, Selah Coffee, Simply N, Siren Bay, Sonny on the Lane, Sweetness and Light Cakery, Taylor Yates, The Flower Room Belfast, The Flower Truck, The Food Haven, The Gardener's Kitchen, The Lush Larder, The Potting Shed, The Urban Forest, This Little Light Of Mine, True North Life, White Chalk Studio, Wild & Free & Wild Shore.
Tickets
We have two options of tickets available, please see below for details and to book online. Free entry for children under 15 years, no ticket required.
Early Entry
£15
Entry from 10am - 11am
Be one of the first to browse the market and enjoy some festive treats.
Standard Entry
£10
Entry from 11am - 5pm
You will select your arrival time when purchasing your ticket.
Last entry 3pm.
Finding Us
The Carriage Rooms Montalto Estate, Spa Road Ballynahinch Co Down BT24 8PT.
Please arrive via the Spa Road entrance. Free parking is available and parking attendants will direct you on the day. If possible, please car share to help with congestion on the day.
Contact Us
Event Organiser: Helen Wright
Email: mail@cohenandco.co.uk