Healeys Christmas Markets in Cornwall are back

Healeys Christmas Markets in Cornwall are back! Every weekend until Sunday 18th December 2022.

Everyone is invited to join them for family festivities full of flavour as the Healeys Christmas Market weekends return for their 6th year!

Across the six weekends available, they transform the farm into a fairy tale world of mulled cyder and hearty foods, Christmas songs, and crafts. Bring family, friends, and a healthy appetite, for a taste of authentic Healeys Christmas spirit.

Christmas Market Weekend Schedule

11:00 - Family Cydermaster Experience

11.30 - Children's juice blending in the press house

12:00 - Story time with cookies and apple juice by the animal area

12:00 - Full Healeys Experience (Adult-only)

13:30 - Exclusive Tresor tasting – in the tasting room

14:00 - Family Cydermaster Experience

14:30 - Children's juice blending in the press house

15:00 - Story time with cookies and apple juice by the animal area

15:00 - Gin Experience (Adult-only)

15:30 - The perfect Healeys Christmas cocktail in the Healeys Distillery

Some are optional paid experiences, please check for details.

For existing members, entry is completely free of charge, non-members, can pick up an adult entry ticket for just £6.40 online and they'll give you unlimited free entry for 12 months!

https://healeyscyder.co.uk.

Plymouth Christmas Market

Savvy Christmas shoppers in the West Country can grab themselves some individual and unique Christmas gifts at Plymouth Christmas Market, which is located in the very heart of Plymouth city centre on the Piazza from Thursday 1 December to Sunday 18 December 2022.

With a special dedicated open-air festive bar, an abundance of food and drink offerings, loads of great artisanal stalls and live music and entertainment, it really is the perfect place to pick up some Christmas gifts and get into the Christmas spirit.

There'll also be plenty of parking options available throughout the month of December to help people nip in to pick up their shopping, including late night shopping opportunities which have already begun.

https://www.visitplymouth.co.uk/whats-on/major-events/plymouth-christmas-market.

Cirencester 2022 Christmas Markets

Cirencester Town Council has released details of this years’ Festive Markets, including details of Cirencester’s biggest Advent Markets, on Saturday 26th November and Sunday 27th November.

The Advent Market and Light Switch-On event has been expanded this year to include a 2-day street market on the 26th and 27th November with over 200 stalls across the two days, music, live performances, street entertainment, activities, big screen and much more, besides! 

The town centre will be closed to traffic and stalls will extend from Castle Street to the top of Cricklade Street and throughout the length of Market Place, as far as the Fleece Hotel. The market will run from 10am-6pm on Saturday 26th and 10am-4pm on Sunday 27th.

The Town Council has partnered with Keystone Conference & Event Management Ltd to put together a fantastic programme of festive performances inside the Parish Church on the 26th November, featuring local dance and theatre groups, choirs and musicians. This will also be live streamed onto the big screen in the Market Place.

Building on the success of the Health and Wellbeing Week earlier in the year, the Parish Church has kindly allocated space for charities and community organisations to raise funds and offer information and support. 

Hobbycraft will be running free crafting activities and there will be ‘Stories with Lisa’ for the younger visitors. And please keep an eye out for Santa in the Market Place, as he will also make an appearance with his sleigh there.

At approximately 4pm on 26th November, the town’s Christmas lights will be switched on by the lead sponsor, Sewell Mullings Logie, accompanied by the Mayor of Cirencester Councillor Sabrina Dixon, Cannon Graham Morris and Cirencester’s very own ‘Mr. Christmas’, Vernon Harwood,  who'll be comparing the event. Enjoy snowfall, special street entertainers and quiet fireworks, all courtesy of the sponsors, plus special light projections in the Market Place will enhance the festive atmosphere.

Said Councillor Gary Selwyn, who is Lead Member for Community Services: “With lots of exciting things to make it a really memorable occasion for all the family, we hope local people and visitors to Cirencester will embrace the opportunity to support the town’s local businesses and our unique traders. We’re really looking forward to the Christmas celebrations in Cirencester this year and we're excited to be able to deliver such a full programme after a two-year break.”

The special festive programme continues with a special weekend Christmas Market on Saturday 3rd and Sunday 4th December with live music and dedicated street entertainment. 

And don't forget, the following weekends also include a festive Farmers’ Market, General Market and Christmas Gift Markets, and from Tuesday 20th December Christmas Markets will be held daily until Thursday 22nd December. For those last minute supplies, there'll also be a festive Farmers’ Market on Christmas Eve, too! Plus the traditional Charter Markets will be held as normal throughout the month of December.

A spokesman added: "These events couldn't happen without the generous support and sponsorship of local businesses."

Lead sponsor, Sam McEwan said “Sewell Mullings Logie solicitors are delighted to support the Advent Festival again this year,”

The Town Council would also like to thank Watermoor Point, Cain & Fuller, Wenn Townsend, Rangeford Villages and Alison Fielden & Co. for their generous sponsorship, which has enabled the 2022 Christmas events to be enhanced even more than ever. 

A team of fantastic volunteers selflessly give their time to help make the day go smoothly by marshalling crowds, directing and supporting market traders, and answering queries from members of the public. If you are interested in getting involved, please contact markets@cirencester.gov.uk.

Road closures, managed by the AA, will be in place in the town centre from Midnight Friday 25 November to Midnight Sunday 27 November. The event will take place across the Town Centre including the whole of the Market Place, Castle Street and Cricklade Street.

The following roads will be subject to closures with signed diversions in place. There will be access for residents affected but deliveries and contractors must be arranged outside the closure times. 

Dollar Street - access only

Gosditch Street - closed from Loveday Mews

Cricklade Street - closed at Castle Street Junction

Castle Street - closed at Silver Street Junction

Dyer Street - closed at North Way Junction

 Black Jack Street - closed at Park Street Junction

Further information about the event and the road closures can be found on the Town Council’s website https://cirencester.gov.uk/whats-on/2022/11/26/advent-market

Blenheim Palace Christmas Market 2022

This Christmas at Blenheim Palace there will be a fantastic new festive trail and a new exquisitely themed Palace interior, plan.

It's one of the highlights of the UK festive calendar, wander the Palace’s picture-perfect gardens filled with Christmas cheer as well over a million lights and seasonal sounds fill the air. 

Look forward to some wonderful time together with family and friends as you discover glittering tunnels of light, dancing lakeside reflections and trees drenched in jewel-like colour. For a moment of reflection, pause at mesmerising flickering flames in the fire garden, enjoy awe-inspiring larger-than-life illuminations and don’t forget to glimpse Father Christmas along the way, too.

Their crew of talented independent street food vendors bring a delicious twist to tempting treats. To make it properly festive, complete your walk under the stars with a spiced winter warmer or hot chocolate shared with someone special.

The Kingdom of the Snow Queen re-imagined within Britain’s Greatest Palace

New for 2022, you'll be able to explore the Palace rooms, each one exquisitely and vibrantly transformed and filled with hidden surprises. You'll discover the glistening Land of Snowflakes filled with a silvery frost-covered forest and venture into the wintery Kingdom of Ice adorned with larger-than-life shimmering crystals. It’s a fairy-tale world where we really want a happy-ever-after. 

Will the ice-cold Snow Queen change her ways? Perhaps the kind reindeer will save the day and help reunite the two young friends. This fantastical winter wonderland is where the magic really begins.

Entry to the Kingdom of the Snow Queen within the Palace is free to Annual Pass holders before 15.45.

The Christmas Market

The Christmas Market is returning, with many designer/maker craft traders who'll be housed in special dedicated festive wooden chalets in the Great Court. Their distinctive range of artisanal products will make perfect treats and gifts for this Christmas.

The Christmas Market will be open at 10.30 every day from now until each day between 18th December 2022, except for 5th December when it will open at 11.30, instead. 

On nights the illuminated trail is taking place, the market will close at 20.30 and on non-illuminated trail nights, the market will close at 17.30.

Christmas Afternoon Tea

Their magical Ice Kingdom Themed Afternoon Tea will run until 2nd January 2023 at the Orangery. Afternoon tea can be added at the end of the Christmas booking process, however, you'll be required to have a valid Christmas at Blenheim Palace ticket to experience the Afternoon Tea.

There is a limited capacity with timed entry. Plan now to secure the date and time of your choice.

If donated, tickets for the Kingdom of the Snow Queen can be converted to an Annual Pass during your Christmas visit or on the next visit (pass will be valid from date of ticket purchase).

Visit the See Tickets FAQs for more information. Read our FAQs.

Separate charges apply to some events. Please check for details. 

https://www.blenheimpalace.com/whats-on/events/christmas.

Hull's Fruit Market will get festive this Christmas

Hull’s Fruit Market is putting on a fantastic programme of  Christmas magic for all the family to enjoy this Christmas.

There's set to be a full line-up of events includes a magical six-day show; a dance workshop; vintage songs; a fire show; a seasonal market; late night shopping and the opportunity to meet Santa himself!

The highlight of the event is “An Enchanted Story with Father Christmas and Friends” a fantastic hour of festive Christmas magic, storytelling and singing, with the chance to send your own Christmas wishes to the North Pole.

Families will experience an hour of Christmas fun with magic, jokes and songs, with Santa himself giving the gift of a book to each child in his special grotto.

The performances will take place over six dates between Saturday 10th December and Wednesday 21st December, at 66-68 Humber Street.

Other events in the Fruit Market’s Festive calendar include a Winter Edition of the popular Good Things Market, with over 40 independent traders selling a variety of handmade homeware, food, plants, art and giftware ideal for  Christmas gifting.

The Fruit Market is also hosting a special “Countdown to Christmas” event on Friday 2nd December.

Taking place from 5.30pm to 8pm, entertainment will include a festive dance workshop with choreographer Holly Gibbs, a fire show performed by Ed Grimoldby, and a rendition from the All For One Choir. So there's definitely something for all the family!

And what's more, Fruit Market retailers will also be open until 8pm on December 2nd for early Christmas shopping.

With so many fun, festive events happening, there’s no better place to get into the spirit of Christmas than Gulls' famed Fruit Market.

Natalia Cleary, Fruit Market Events Co-ordinator, said: “We’re really thrilled to offer such a packed programme of events for families and visitors alike to enjoy at the Fruit Market during this Christmas period.

“We’ve got lots of special guests and performances from incredibly talented local artists and the Humber Street traders are coming together to create a very special atmosphere.

“Make sure that you visit the Fruit Market in the pre-Christmas run-up this year. Bring your family and friends and enjoy some fantastic festive fun.”

“An Enchanted Story” will kick off on Saturday 10th December, with three performances at 1pm, 3pm and 4.30pm.

Performances are then scheduled to happen on Sunday 11th, Saturday 17th, Sunday 18th, Tuesday 20th and Wednesday 21st December. Times are 11.30am, 1pm, 3pm and 4.30pm.

Backed by Hull-based regeneration specialist the Wykeland Group, which has led the transformation of the Fruit Market with housebuilder Beal Homes, the six-day show is a special collaboration between Redland Events, which brought the sold-out Santa Claus Experience to the Fruit Market last year and Hull-based freelance artist Anna Bean.

The festive event will feature unique set designs and artwork by the Anna Bean, who is famed for creating immersive theatrical experiences incorporating costumes, props and projected animations.

The highlight of the season is “An Enchanted Story with Father Christmas and Friends” a delightfully festive hour of Christmas magic, storytelling and singing, with the chance to send Christmas wishes to the North Pole

Daniel Sproats of Redland Events said: “We’re reall excited to be working with Anna Bean and the Fruit Market team on An Enchanted Story with Father Christmas and Friends.

“Just like last year, the event offers something more than a just a visit to a grotto. With songs, jokes and magic, it will give families the chance to get in the festive spirit and create memories that will last long after the Christmas period.”

Tickets are available via TicketSource here https://www.ticketsource.co.uk/whats-on/hull/humber-street-pop-up-space/an-enchanted-story-with-father-christmas-friends/e-ppymoz

The Good Things Market – Winter Edition will be held on Sunday 27th November on Queen Street, from 10.30pm to 4.30pm.

The market is free to enter, and is the perfect place to pick up some handmade, authentic Christmas gifts, treats and decorations.

The “Countdown to Christmas” event on Friday 2nd December will run from 5.30pm to 8pm. Activities include:

Festive Fruit Market Shindig with choreographer Holly Gibbs.

Performance from Kingston Swing.

Rendition from the All For One Choir.

Fire show created and performed by Ed Grimoldby, as seen in “Faustus”.

Live set from vintage songstress Ruth Getz.

Family entertainment.

Father Christmas appearance.

Retailers along Humber Street will be open until 8pm on the day for Christmas shopping.

Ware Christmas Farmers and Craft Market

Sunday 4th December – Christmas Farmers and Craft Market, in Ware, Hertfordshire.

The Christmas market brings you a showcase of local artisans and small Hertfordshire businesses, all together under one roof. Pick up delicious Christmas treats and unique hand made gifts.

However, there are a whole host of other Christmas-related events taking place at the Southern Maltings in Ware, including a make your own Christmas wreath workshop, Lantern Workshop for kids, a Dickensian Comedy Club event, special Christmas events and so much more, besides. For details check out their website.

https://www.southernmaltings.co.uk/markets/

For council events please check out https://waretowncouncil.gov.uk.

Country Living Christmas Fair at the Harrogate Convention Centre

Celebrate a Country Living Christmas and enjoy the perfect festive day out in style at the must-attend Christmas event of the entire season. The Christmas Fair is returning to Harrogate, celebrating its 10th birthday at the Harrogate Convention Centre!

Why not shop for bespoke gifts, or you can even try your own hand at the crafting workshops, be inspired by engaging and knowledgeable guest speakers, enjoy a glass of bubbly in the champagne bar and, this is brand new for 2022, join the fabulous tailored tasting sessions.

Ticking off your Christmas gift list will never be easier. At the Country Living Christmas Fairs you'll be able to discover hundreds of small independent businesses, carefully and lovingly picked by the team to bring you handcrafted products to add that sparkle to your Christmas Day. 

There will be over 100 new faces and brands to shop from, plus you'll be able to meet up with many of your returning firm favourites who'll be eager to welcome you back. Be inspired by stylish decors and pick up some lovely soft furnishings that you won't find on the high street, to transform your home ready for the festive season. 

And you can top off your day by stocking up on delectable delicacies such as gourmet cheese, Christmas puddings, sweet and savoury treats, tasty tipples and some fine wines.

Live on stage they'll bring together some of the country’s finest food and drink producers and culinary experts to whip up their ultimate festive recipes and seasonal showstoppers. 

You’ll experience expert cooking and baking demonstrations with the chance to ask for tips, interact with the experts and even try a taster or two, all for free! You'll leave feeling ready to get creative with your cooking skills this festive season and wow your friends and family.

Why not roll up your sleeves and get creative in one of the many hands-on workshops they offer at the Christmas Fair?

The sessions are hosted by expert crafters who'll carefully lead you through interactive workshops. Why not learn a new skill? Or perhaps you'll be able to brush up on an existing skill, whilst crafting really unique gifts and decorations to take home with you.

Or, if you are feeling especially indulgent, why not join one of their tailored tasting sessions, brand new for 2022. Sample this seasons best mulled gins to get you in the Christmas spirit! Tickets are limited so book quickly. Prices from £12.

Dan Sewell, Country Living Fairs Event Director, said: “With its idyllic charm and close knit community, the town of Harrogate exudes country style. We are proud to bring together the local artisan producers and designer makers that make this place so unique, and it’s clear to see why thousands of visitors come to get inspired, leaving full of ideas and one-of-a-kind gifts to create the perfect festive celebration. This year is no exception, with an extra-celebratory feel given that it’s our 10th year here!”

Paula Lorimer, Director, Harrogate Convention Centre, commented : “Our congratulations to the Country Living Christmas Fair on achieving the 10-year milestone this year. 

"I'm delighted to seal the long-term relationship with the Christmas Fair and to welcome them back to Harrogate for this special occasion, as our beautiful Victorian spa town provides the perfect backdrop for this lovely festive event.”

For more information head to the Country Living Christmas Fair website: https://www.countrylivingfair.com/harrogate/

Ticket prices: https://www.countrylivingfair.com/ticket-prices/

Belfast Christmas Market at City Hall

This year’s Belfast Christmas time market offers an veritable feast of authentic high quality Christmas international cuisine alongside a carefully selected mixture of handcrafted goods and bespoke artisanal products.

Set against the spectacular backdrop of Belfast's iconic City Hall, Belfast Christmas Market, in the heart of the city, is the perfect place for coach parties, day-trippers and city shoppers, offering a unique, exciting festive experience.

If culinary delights are your passion, you'll be able to enjoy a warming mug of hot Glühwein, feast on a delicious hog roast or indulge in some mouth-watering Belgian chocolates, enjoy baklava and crêpes. Or sample specialty cheeses and savour the delicate flavours of meats from all over the continent, all in an atmosphere overflowing with Christmas good cheer.

Got little ones? Take them to visit Santa in his magic grotto whilst supporting local charity Pretty n Pink.

After meeting the big man, why not take a joyous ride on the vintage carousel, or get a bird’s eye view of the market from the top of the exciting helter-skelter?

The market's opening hours are:

Day Times

Saturday 19 November only 12 noon to 10pm (bars remain open until 11pm)

Monday to Wednesday 10am to 8pm (bars remain open until 10pm)

Thursday to Saturday 10am to 10pm (bars remain open until 11pm)

Sunday 12 noon to 6pm

The Christmas Market will close at 6pm on Thursday 22 December. 

Hertford Castle Christmas Market

Get yourself down to Hertford Castle this wintertime as it hosts its second Christmas market within its very spectacular grounds. 

The event will be free of charge to attend and will boast a wide array of Christmas market stalls. Offerings include homeware, crafts, jewellery, and much more besides! 

It's absolutely ideal for those of us who like to shop early and locally for Christmas. 

Also, there will be fairground rides, live entertainment for guests to enjoy, and food and drink stands providing seasonal treats. Come along to experience the magical atmosphere, as you won’t want to miss out. 

Event Information 

Dates and Times

Friday 25th November - 3.30pm - 8pm

Saturday 26th November - 11am - 6pm

Sunday 27th November - 11am - 5pm

Music Line-Up

Saturday 26th:

Sunday 27th: 

12.00 – 12.30: Dan Thomas

13.00 – 13.30: Rock Choir 

14.00 – 14.30: Chris Sims

15.00 – 15.30: Cedar Rose

16.00 – 16.30: George Croucher

17.00 – 17.30: Ukrainian Choir Group

12.00 – 12.30: Tamara Ibrahim 

13.00 – 13.30: Immi Davis 

14.00 – 14.30:  Paul Booth 

15.00 – 15.30: Summer Georgie 

16.00 – 16.30:  Nuala O'Halpin

Location 

Hertford Castle, Castle Street, SG14 1HR 

Although the event is totally free of charge to attend, you are however welcome to make a donation to the Mayor of Hertford’s Charity Appeal Fund. 

The Castle grounds are accessible by foot at any of the following pedestrian gateways, Castle Street, St Andrew Street Car Park, Main Castle Gate off The Wash, through the Moat Garden on Castle Street, or the gate off of Gascoyne Way. 

Parking 

There is no parking at Hertford Castle (including disabled) but there are a number of car parks close to the Castle which are free to use on Sundays. Please click this link for a parking map https://www.hertford.gov.uk/uploads/cms/document/165/hertford-car-parking2019-document.pdf.

Toilets are located to the side of the main lawn on the footpath by the Ashley Webb Shelter. 

Disabled toilets & baby changing facilities are available inside the castle, please speak to a volunteer on the door for access. 

First aid is located on the riverbank by the Ashley Webb shelter.

Have a Very Merry Flitwick Christmas

There are a wide range of events and activities to help celebrate the festive season happening across the town of Flitwick. Bedfordshire, this Christmas session.

There is something for everyone to get involved with from a festive wine tasting in aid of the Town Mayor's charities to a Family Party at The Rufus Centre.

The opportunity to win the chance to press the button to light up the town in the  'Turn on Flitwick Christmas Lights' competition has now closed and the organisers are thrilled to announce that six year old Connie Thomas from Templefield Lower School has been selected at random as the winner!

You can also write a message to be displayed on the Community Christmas Tree in the centre of town with our special 'Message Upon a Star' campaign.  We will be decorating the Christmas Tree with stars displaying individual Christmas messages. 

If you would like to take part please visit the Town Council offices at The Rufus Centre and purchase a star for £1.50.  You can then take your star home to write your personal message.  Stars must be returned by Friday 18th November and will be proudly on display at the Christmas Lights Switch On event on Sunday 27th November at Flitwick Town Square.

To learn more visit https://www.flitwick.gov.uk.