Best Christmas Markets in the UK

It’s time to explore one of the most well-known Christmas markets in the UK, which is a popular destination for friends, families, couples, and tourists – Hyde Park Winter Wonderland!

Located in Hyde Park, you’ll find a fantastic and entertaining winter wonderland but also a festive Christmas market, with a multitude of fun activities to engage with, such as magical performances, endless shopping, street food shacks, fayre rides and cosy bars!

The kids will even have a chance to meet Santa Claus and his elves! You can also enjoy hot drinks at the drink stalls or even a guzzling Bavarian beer. All the wooden stalls will have amazing gifts and presents, letting you complete your Christmas shopping here! Make sure to check out our blog below about Hyde Park Winter Wonderland rides!

Are you ready for the biggest German market outside of Germany? It’s BACK and better than ever. With incredible fairground rides, delicious hot chocolates and market stalls to wander around, it’s the place to be this winter.

You’ll find the Birmingham Christmas Markets based in the City Centre, so there’s plenty to do before and after. Whether it’s visiting the Primark Christmas cafe, going to the coffee shop, Blank Street or just exploring every festive feature of the market. It’s a firm favourite for a reason! Whether you chug down a German pint of beer or indulge in strawberries drizzled in chocolate.

Not to mention the super cool ice rink and big wheel! Admire the city views from above and get into the true festive feeling. Plus, get any last-minute Christmas shopping done, whether it’s fudge, you’re after handmade jewellery, clothes, ornaments or tasty treats.

Cornwall’s most vibrant Christmas market is returning and it sells out pretty fast – so make sure you snap up a ticket!

With over 70 independent market stalls, there is something for everyone here, whether you’re shopping for an array of Christmas gifts, home accessories, ethical fashion, beachwear, jewellery or skincare. You’re bound to find what you need here.

This Christmas market’s focus is to give back and to help out vulnerable Cornish communities, so all the proceeds go to Cornwall’s struggling communities through the Cornwall Community Foundation! How great is that?!

Don’t forget they also have delicious food and drink on offer here too!

With a wide range of different activities and stalls here. The whole family will be in great Christmas spirit. Nottingham Christmas markets will have ski log dining experiences, ice bars and amazing food stalls! This market isn’t one to be missed!

You and your loved ones also have a chance to glide along the outdoor ice rink. At this market, you can even ride on the observation wheel. Up from the top, you will be able to see Nottingham’s skyline and relax on your journey. The Nottingham Christmas market is a great day out with the family.

Located in the stunning Rochester Castle gardens, it’s time for your family to make a trip to the Rochester Christmas market! You’ll have a chance to enjoy delicious Bailey’s hot chocolate or mulled wine, too (we’re looking at you parents).

There will also be live music from local artists and bands playing your favourite Christmas songs! Along the markets will be craft stalls, festive decorations and seasonal treats, you’ll find more delectable food at the Bavarian food village! Plus, there will be the kid’s Christmas village and funfair, too – encouraging the whole family to experience the Christmas spirit.

This Christmas market isn’t one to be missed!

This Bristol Christmas market is filled with loads of happiness, beautiful decorations and sweet treats! With over 50 stalls you can enjoy a German Bratwurst sausage or even a nice glass of mulled wine. On your trip along the markets, you can have a look at the different gift ideas, the delicious seasonal foods and a wide selection of jewellery.

At this Christmas market, you’ll even find a Jäger Barn Bar, helping the guests enjoy their hot drinks and heated seats after being out in the cold! You can even hire an Igloo or Ski Gondola, letting you and the whole family enjoy a relaxing meal together. With delicious seasonal foods and hog roasts, this German market sounds like a great day out!

The Exeter Winter Wonderland has amazing festive events, from the fantastic outdoor ice skating rink with fairy lights above to the Christmas market! Now, this sounds very Christmassy! You can ice skate along the rink, making sure you’re holding onto your partner, too.

Your whole family can also have a chance to meet Santa and his elves at his Grotto. You’ll be able to take a nice photo with Santa and even have a chance to work in his Christmas workshop! The kids will feel like real elves before Christmas!

Plus, there’s a wide range of traditional fairground rides and carousel rides for the whole family to enjoy!

Don’t forget to grab a hot drink or a glass of wine after your Christmas day out!