Christmas Markets 2024

‘Tis the season, and what better way to celebrate the most wonderful time of the year than by visiting some of the best Christmas markets in the UK! From Christmas stalls packed with festive crafts and mulled wine to family-friendly rides and amusements, these exciting events have everything you need to get you in the Christmas spirit. Here are some of our favourites and, to make things even easier, we’ve added the nearest Premier Inn hotels to each UK Christmas market – so all that’s left for you to do is pick your favourite city and book exciting Christmas market breaks! 

Plus, if you’re looking for somewhere to meet your friends and family over Christmas and New Year, our interactive map will show you the perfect place to Meet Inn the Middle.

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Manchester Christmas Market

Mouth-watering bratwurst and hog roasts, unique handmade gifts, and everything from hot chocolate to mulled wine – Manchester’s Christmas Markets in Piccadilly Gardens have it all!

Start date: 8th November

End date: 22nd December

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Edinburgh Christmas Market

From exciting rides and amusements to seasonal stalls packed with unique crafts and sweet treats, Edinburgh’s Christmas Market in Princes Street Gardens is packed with festive fun for the whole family!

Start date: 15th November

End date: 4th January

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Winchester Christmas Market

Dreaming of a Christmas market holiday? Getting into the seasonal spirit is easy at one of the top Christmas markets in the UK! Head to historic Winchester Cathedral for Christmas carols, sweet treats and festive chalets filled with gifts and crafts.

Start date: 22nd November

End date: 22nd December

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Birmingham Christmas Market

Birmingham's Frankfurt Christmas Market is the largest German market outside of Germany itself! Experience all the fun, food and festivities of Frankfurt without even leaving the country at Victoria Square and New Street.

Start date: 1st November

End date: 24th December

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York Christmas Market

Eat, drink and be merry! York’s historic Parliament Street and St Sampson’s Square transform into a winter wonderland for the city’s traditional Christmas event that showcases the best local crafts, bakes and entertainment.

Start date: 14th November

End date: 22nd December

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Bath Christmas Market

Book a trip to Bath for a traditional Christmas break this year. Festive chalets will be filled with everything from mulled wine to handmade ornaments – ideal when you’re looking for those last-minute Christmas gifts!

Start date: 28th November

End date: 15th December

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Liverpool Christmas Market

Visit Liverpool’s festive market for a holly jolly Christmas in 2024! With all kinds of Christmas snacks, crafts and rides waiting to be discovered right next to historic St George's Hall, it’s a treat for families and couples alike.

Start date: 16th November

End date: 24th December

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Belfast Christmas Market

Whether you’re taking the kids to visit Santa’s Grotto or catching up with friends over a tasty mug of Glühwein, you’ll love this spectacular market next to Belfast City Hall if you’re visiting Northern Ireland in winter 2024.

Start date: 16th November

End date: 22nd December

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Leeds Christmas Market

Thanks to an exciting host of family-friendly activities, festive entertainment, and German delicacies like Bratwurst and Schnitzel on offer, yule love the Christmas markets in Leeds at Millennium Square and City Square.

Start date: 22nd November

End date: 22nd December

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Bournemouth Christmas Market

With a Christmas Tree Wonderland and ice rink for the whole family – plus the Alpine Lodge Bar and live winter events – there’s something festive for everyone to discover down in Dorset this winter thanks to Bournemouth’s Christmas Market!

Start date: 14th November

End date: 1st January

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Kingston Christmas Market

From seasonal German street food and mulled wine to live music and entertainment for the whole family to enjoy, Kingston-upon-Thames’ traditional Christmas market will get you feeling festive throughout winter breaks in London.

Start date: 14th November

End date: 5th January

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Durham Christmas Market

Have a holly jolly Christmas in 2024 by visiting Durham’s Christmas Festival! With festive stalls lining the city centre – plus family activities like the Children’s Lantern Parade – there’s festive fun for everyone at this northeast Christmas market.

Start date: 6th December

End date: 8th December

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Norwich Christmas Market

Planning on spending Christmas in Norwich? Whether you’re exploring Christmas market stalls at The Forum’s Festive Fair or watching arrive by boat at the Wells Christmas Tide Festival, you’ll find plenty of festive things to do.

Start date: November

End date: January

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Chester Christmas Market

Get into the festive spirit this winter with a trip to historic Chester! Christmas market stalls featuring unique gifts, handmade ornaments and more will be waiting near Chester Town Hall.

Start date: 15th November

End date: 22nd December

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Nottingham Christmas Market

For family days out or Christmas events with friends, Nottingham’s Winter Wonderland is unmissable – think market stalls, exciting rides, festive food and an ice rink!

Start date: November

End date: December

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Cardiff Christmas Market

Celebrate the 30th anniversary of Cardiff’s Christmas Market in 2024! Discover handmade crafts, freshly baked treats, unique Christmas gifts and more in the city centre.

Start date: 14th November

End date: 23rd December

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Dublin Christmas Market

Don’t miss out on Christmas at The Castle in 2024! One of the top Christmas markets in Ireland, this festive event with stalls and amusements is hosted right in the grounds of historic Dublin Castle.

Start date: December

End date: December

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Glasgow Christmas Market

Winter breaks in Scotland wouldn’t be complete without visiting the Christmas markets on St Enoch Square and George Square for festive food and gifts before enjoying the Glasgow Winterfest!

Start date: November

End date: December

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Christmas markets in London

Winter Wonderland

It’s easy to see why Hyde Park’s Winter Wonderland is one of the best places to visit in London at Christmas. Get into the festive spirit with exciting rides, fun events and enchanting stalls galore!

Start date: 21st November

End date: 5th January

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Christmas Market Southbank

What could be more romantic than a stroll beside the River Thames, exploring Christmas stalls with a cup of mulled wine? Enjoy all that and more with a visit to Southbank’s Winter Market.

Start date: 1st November

End date: 26th December

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Christmas in Leicester Square

From family amusements and alpine-style stalls – plus the 20th anniversary of La Clique being hosted in the iconic Spiegeltent – Leicester Square Christmas market is a must on winter breaks in London.

Start date: 6th November

End date: 5th January

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Trafalgar Square Christmas Market

Not only is Trafalgar Square home to London’s ‘official’ Christmas tree – which lights up on the first Thursday in December – but this iconic spot comes alive with stalls and events each winter.

Start date: tbc

End date: tbc

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Greenwich Christmas Market

For culture-lovers, Greenwich Christmas Market is unmissable! Set near the Cutty Sark, this festive event features tonnes of exciting festive stalls to explore, plus carol singing throughout December.

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End date: tbc

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Tower Bridge Christmas Market

Head on down to the Queen's Walk for Winter by the River where you can shop handmade trinkets, unique gifts and delicious homemade treats on Xmas breaks in London.

Start date: November

End date: January

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Christmas market in Frankfurt

German Christmas markets

With stylish hotels in Frankfurt, Nuremberg, Munich and more, there’s never been a better time to book winter breaks to Germany and explore some of the best German Christmas markets!

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Book Christmas market breaks with Premier Inn

Ways to stay on Xmas market breaks

What better way to end a festive day out at a Christmas fair than with a great night’s sleep? Great value rooms with super-comfy beds and free Wi-Fi will be waiting to welcome you throughout Christmas market breaks. Plus, you’ll love our compact and contemporary hub hotel rooms in London and Edinburgh, two of the best places for Christmas markets in the UK.

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Premier Plus rooms

Once you’ve made a list, checked it twice, and found everything you were looking for at one of the UK’s top Christmas markets, why not treat yourself by booking one of our Premier Plus rooms? Enjoy all the comfort you know and love, plus added perks like Ultimate Wi-Fi, a mini-fridge and snacks, a rainfall shower and more on winter breaks in 2024.

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Food & drink at Premier Inn

Wondering where to eat on your Christmas market weekend break? We've got you covered! Our on-site restaurants will be serving up festive feasts and Christmas cocktails this winter, so whether you’ve been naughty or nice, join us for mouth-watering meals throughout your Christmas market breaks. Plus, after a great night’s sleep, you can look forward to waking up to a Premier Inn Breakfast with all the trimmings!

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Feeling festive? We’ve got plenty more Christmas inn-spiration for you to enjoy! Visit our Premier Inn Christmas hub for all the best tips, check out our list of the best places to go Christmas shopping in the UK, discover more about the magical Winter Wonderland attraction in Hyde Park, or find the perfect place for a get-together this winter with our Meet Inn the Middle at Christmas tool.

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Why stop at Christmas market breaks?

Once you’ve finished researching the best Christmas markets and booked a Christmas getaway, why not look into the top things to do for New Year’s Eve 2024? Book unforgettable New Year’s Eve breaks with us to kick off 2025 before planning ahead for Easter breaks, half term holidays and fun days out with the kids.

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FAQs

What can I buy at Christmas markets?
Depending on which UK Christmas markets you decide to visit, there’s a whole host of things you can buy for the holidays! Most of the best Christmas markets will have festive food and drink to enjoy, as well as unique handmade crafts designed by local artists, so you’ll be spoilt for choice when you fancy Christmas shopping at festive markets in 2024.

Are there food and drink stalls at Christmas markets?
Absolutely! Wrap up warm and treat yourself to some delicious mulled wine, mince pies, hot chocolate and more. Plus, if you’re visiting a German Christmas market in 2024, you can look forward to sweet treats like Lebkuchen, gingerbread and Glühwein!

Which Christmas market should I visit?
With so many exciting Christmas markets across the UK, it’s hard to know which one to choose! Why not make a weekend of it and visit a few different markets at once? Book shopping weekends in London and discover some of the best festive markets in the capital including the Christmas markets at Winter Wonderland, or enjoy winter breaks in Liverpool and drive to Manchester’s Christmas markets during your stay!

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Christmas market dates and times are subject to change, so please double check your chosen Christmas market event before booking. Please note also that some areas can often have multiple Christmas market events, so make sure you double check before booking. This information is provided as a guide only, and Premier Inn is not responsible for any changes made by third party event organisers.

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