SHOPPERS braved inclement weather for an evening of festive late-night shopping in Crediton on Friday, December 5.

Paint Pots of Devon were all smiles in the Creedy Centre
Paint Pots of Devon were all smiles in the Creedy Centre (Will Goddard, Crediton Courier)

There were Christmas lights illuminating the High Street and Town Square, and Father Christmas could be seen roaming around spreading festive cheer.

From left, Dominic Myers of The Bookery, authors Tom Cox, Claire Barker and Malcolm Day
From left, Dominic Myers of The Bookery, authors Tom Cox, Claire Barker and Malcolm Day (Will Goddard, Crediton Courier)

At the Creedy Centre, there was a pop-up craft market featuring local traders, and at The Bookery three Devon-based authors signed copies of their books.

Don’t miss late night shopping in Crediton on Friday. AQ 9721
Christmas lights on Crediton High Street. AQ 9721 (Alan Quick, Crediton Courier)

The late-night shopping event was organised by Crediton Town Council and supported by Crediton Chamber of Commerce.

Laura Kemp of The Green House, centre, had a visit from Santa Claus
Laura Kemp of The Green House, centre, had a visit from Father Christmas (Will Goddard, Crediton Courier)

“It was great to see so many of Crediton’s wonderful independent businesses open for late-night shopping,” said a Crediton Town Council spokesperson.

5 December 2025 Late-night Christmas shopping Bruce Evans of Grape and Grain with some choice wine and champagne (Will Goddard, Crediton Courier)
Bruce Evans of Grape and Grain with some choice wine and champagne (Will Goddard, Crediton Courier)

“It was wonderful to continue the Christmas in Crediton festivities and Father Christmas himself put an appearance in, taking in all our town centre has to offer!”