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Christmas Markets in the UK were very popular until Oliver Cromwell banned the celebration of Christmas in the fashion people had become used to and this affected the Christmas Markets which died out instantly. There were of course many markets in Britain during the Victorian era which would sell Christmas related products and foodstuffs in the run-up to Christmas but they were not known as Christmas Markets

Lincoln in the East of England was the first UK Xmas Market to be revived and from small beginnings is now in its 26th year.

UK Christmas Markets often have continental themes bringing over French, German or Italian traders. There are traditional German markets in London, Bournemouth, Canterbury and Glasgow.

Xmas Markets in the UK can be found in all sorts of venues ranging from town centres to stately homes. Some happen just over a weekend and others last for six weeks or more.

 

  


Cheltenham Christmas Market
Geraud Markets (UK) Ltd has confirmed that for the eight consecutive year they will operate Cheltenham’s increasingly popular Christmas Market

Open From 19 Nov 10 to 05 Dec 10

Spirit of Christmas Fair - Olympia
Enjoy an eclectic mix of companies showcasing exquisite and desirable products ideal for Christmas gifts – all the home of Christmas shopping.

Awaiting 10 Market Dates

Hyde Park, London - Christmas Market
This Christmas Market in London will be known as Hyde Park’s Winter Wonderland. With around 40 German-style wooden chalets this London Christmas Market will appeal to all who enjoy the atmosphere of a German Xmas Market.

Awaiting 10 Market Dates

Erddig Christmas Market (Wrexham)
Traditional Christmas Market and Santa's Winter Wonderland at the beautiful National Trust property near Wrexham. The highlight of the year with the festives sights, sounds and smells of a Victorian style Christmas.

Awaiting 10 Market Dates

Bath Christmas Market
Bath Christmas Market is located in front of the imposing Bath Abbey. The popularity of the Christmas Market in Bath continues to grow. Now into it's 10th year this Xmas Market in Bath will attract 123 stall holders selling quality seasonal gifts and produce.

Open From 25 Nov 10 to 12 Dec 10

Glasgow Traditional Christmas Market
The Glasgow Christmas Market will take place in the city centre on St. Enoch Square for the 6th time. This traditional Christmas Market in Glasgow will attract traders from all over ther world.

Awaiting 10 Market Dates

Dickens Christmas Market At Rochester Castle
Surely there can be no better location for a Christmas market !

Open From 03 Dec 10 to 19 Dec 10

Lightwater Shopping Village (Ripon) Dickensian Festival
Now firmly established as one of North Yorkshire’s foremost Christmas festivals, the Lightwater Shopping Village Dickensian event just keeps getting bigger and better every year.

Awaiting 10 Market Dates

Skipton Yuletide Festival & Christmas Market (5th & 12th Dec 2010)
Skipton's famous Yuletide Festival & Christmas Market this year takes place on Sunday 5th December and Sunday 12th December. Come and enjoy a festive full day of Christmas entertainment throughout our Medieval Town from 10am to 4pm.

Open From 05 Dec 10 to 12 Dec 10

Cologne Christmas Market at Southbank Centre/London Eye
This Cologne Christmas Market is located on the Southbank adjacent to the London Eye. It will attract numerous stallholders all selling unusual and high quality gifts. The centrepiece of this Christmas Market in London, Southbank will be a beautiful, traditional carousel.

Awaiting 10 Market Dates

A Christmas Market at The Hop Farm
The major festive experience will include a traditional Christmas Market featuring Indoor and outdoor trade areas, funfair, Ice Rink and all The Hop Farm attractions. FREE to the public so don't miss this stress free shopping experience!!

Awaiting 10 Market Dates

Royal Smithfield Christmas Fair
The Royal Smithfield Christmas Fair has food halls galore including local farmhouse cheeses, ciders, award winning preserves and chutneys, salt marsh lamb, beef and pork and much much more to fill your cupboards to bursting point in time for Christmas.

Awaiting 10 Market Dates

Durham Christmas Market
Entertainment, huge craft/gift marquee, carol services, and much much more - quaint traditional setting and family friendly

Awaiting 10 Market Dates

Caerphilly Medieval Christmas Market
The Caerphilly Christmas Market has a medieval flavour. This Christmas Market in Caerphilly is set in front of the imposing backdrop of the castle. This Xmas market in Caerphilly attracts around 90 stall holders and is popular for it's extensive entertainment and activities.

Awaiting 10 Market Dates

The Christmas Village Ringmer
CANCELLED DUE TO FLOODING IN THE AREA - SEE PRESS RELEASE

Awaiting 10 Market Dates

Bury St Edmunds Fifth Annual Christmas Fayre
Bury St Edmunds Christmas Market has adopted a Victorian theme this year. This Christmas market in Bury St Edmunds has an idyllic setting in the town centre attracting visitors from all around. This Xmas Market in Bury St. Edmunds is undoubtedly the most popular in East Anglia.

Awaiting 10 Market Dates

Oxford Street, London
This centrally located site, situated between Bond Street and Marble Arch underground stations, has one of the most magical festive backdrops – the Oxford Street Christmas lights the heart of the world’s busiest shopping street.

Awaiting 10 Market Dates

Hestercombe Gardens Christmas Market
Hestercombe Gardens Christmas Market is Somerset's Leading Christmas Market.

Awaiting 10 Market Dates

Oxford Christmas Market
Oxford celebrates Christmas again this year with its very own Christmas Market at the stunning Oxford Castle. People of all ages will get together to enjoy the magical and festive atmosphere of the German-style Christmas Market.

Open From 26 Nov 10 to 12 Dec 10

Canterbury Traditional Christmas Market
This small Christmas Market in Canterbury is located just inside the old city walls not far from the cathedral. Canterbury Christmas Market is a traditional German style ideal for visitors who want the authentic experience without having to travel to Germany.

Awaiting 10 Market Dates

Leeds Christkindelmarkt Traditional German Christmas Market
‘Christkindelmarkt’, Leeds is one of the largest and most established German Christmas Markets in the UK. This Xmas market in Leeds is located in the Millennium Square. Visitors are urged to visit this authentic Christmas Market in Leeds.

Awaiting 10 Market Dates

Winchester Cathedral Christmas Market & Ice-rink
The Christmas Market is situated within the historic Inner Close at the foot of Winchester Cathedral providing a wonderfully unique and memorable experience.

Awaiting 10 Market Dates

Wrexham Victorian Christmas Market
Wrexham’s Victorian Christmas Market is to be found in Church Street and St Giles' church and churchyard. Now in its 6th year the market will have nearly 60 stalls selling gifts, toys, food, jewellery, hot chestnuts, Christmas trees and lots, lots more.

Awaiting 10 Market Dates

A Victorian Festival of Christmas - Portsmouth
The Christmas Market in Portsmouth is hosted at the Historic Dockyard. Known as A Victorian Festival of Christmas, this is a well established Portsmouth Christmas Market. Admission to this Portsmouth Xmas Market also permits visitors to visit HMS Victory, Mary Rose, etc

Open From 26 Nov 10 to 28 Nov 10

Annual Worcester Christmas Fayre 2009
Known as the leading themed street market in the West Midlands. Over 130 stalls fill the atmospheric streets of Worcester's historic heart. NEW FOR 2009 are the local arts & crafts area and International area.

Awaiting 10 Market Dates

Birmingham Frankfurt Christmas Market & Craft Fair
Browse over 180 picturesque stalls at this traditional German Christmas market, enjoy the feel of a small village within the heart of the bustling city centre.

Awaiting 10 Market Dates