Sheepfolds Monthly Market for Pre-Christmas Festivities
Written by Ria Dawber on 4th November 2026
Sheepfolds Market in Monkwearmouth is an award winning market that supports local businesses however they can. The market collaborates with local producers, sourcing local products such as meat, breweries and produce and allows a space where residents and visitors can come free of charge to purchase coffee, sweets, flowers, meat, art, home wear and much more.
On Sunday November 1, Sheepfolds Market had their monthly market. This market, held on the first Sunday of every month, welcomed a brand new month in style, bringing families and the community together with food and treats, homemade creations and boozy stalls.
This month, Sheepfolds hosted 25 small businesses that took to the market selling their creations with aims to grow their business and their relationship with the Sunderland community.
We spoke to two of the vendors who held stalls at the market to get a lowdown of their experience during the Sunday and if they have any plans for future markets at the Sheepfolds.
Will, founder of Simply Proven, owns a cinnamon roll company that supplies to cafes in Sunderland and frequently attends the Sheepfolds Markets as a stall selling four speciality flavours at a time.
Image Credits: Will from Simply Proven
This month’s flavours included; Classic Vanilla, Apple Crumble, Maple Pecan and Kinder Bueno.
“I’ve been trading at the Sheepfolds Market for almost a year now, where I sell freshly baked cinnamon rolls in various flavours. The Sheepfolds Market has been a great place to grow my business. Great atmosphere and it’s really friendly”.
Amy, owner of Kaleidoscope, an independent fashion brand, specialising in cruelty-free bags, jewellery and accessories, has started showcasing her creations at the Sheepfold markets this year.
Photo Credits: Amy from Kaleidoscope
“Blending bold creativity with conscious design, Kaleidoscope offers something truly unique – empowering customers to step out with confidence, style and authentic self-expression
Each piece is thoughtfully handcrafted, brining vibrant, distinctive energy to modern wardrobes and adding a fresh, contemporary edge to everyday style”.
Join The Sheepfolds on Wednesday 25 November for their special Christmas market.
