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"Wassail": To ring in the new year and a good harvest. The word literally translates to "be in good health!"

Join Matipo Arts in Harlow Museum's Walled Gardens for a winter festival with a twist. Browse the stalls of artisan makers, enjoy live music, and festive folk traditions... in other words; eat, drink and be merry!

This event is free to attend, with ticketed performances and donation based activities.

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Road Directions

Harlow Museum's car park can be found to the rear of the building, with on street parking available on Muskham road and surrounding areas.

Public Transport Directions

The museum is on the 8, 10, 28, 508, 509, 510 and 59 bus routes, and is a 25 minute walk from Harlow Mill train station.

Wassail Winter Festival & Market

Type:Festival

Harlow Museum & Walled Gardens, Harlow, Essex, CM20 2HP

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