Nine Christmas markets in the South West
Hoping to find yourself some Christmas treats? Slip away from the hustle and bustle of a town centre to one of these Christmas markets in special places cared for by the National Trust and shop safe in the knowledge that every penny you spend is helping to care for them. Plus there’s a chance for wintry walks and a festive treats in the cafés.
Devon
Arlington Court Christmas fair
Saturday 16 - Sunday 17 November, 11am-4pm
Start your Christmas shopping early at this festive fair in North Devon. Over 50 local stall holders will be selling everything from jams to jewellery, textile items, home furnishings, scarves, quilts, toys, cards, decorations, wood work and more.
Price: free entry for National Trust members and under 5s. Non-member entry £5, including access to house, Carriage Museum and garden
www.nationaltrust.org.uk/arlington-court
Knightshayes Christmas craft and gift fair
Friday 15, Saturday 16 & Sunday 17 November, 10am-4pm
All handmade, all local and all you need this festive season. The popular craft ad gift fair showcases the best local, artisan craftspeople and producers. There are over 50 stalls selling handmade soaps and jewellery, prints, chocolate and much more; ideal for finding unique Christmas gifts.
Price: free entry
www.nationaltrust.org.uk/knightshayes
A taste of Christmas fair at Knightshayes
Saturday 23 - Sunday 24 November, 10am-4pm
Wanting new ideas for the perfect present? At Knightshayes’ Taste of Christmas Fair, you'll find small brewers and vineyards, selling by the glass and bottle, and many stalls selling locally sourced foods and edible gifts. So not only can you pick up the perfect gift, you can make sure you have exactly the right dishes and drinks for all your Christmas celebrations.
Price: free entry
www.nationaltrust.org.uk/knightshayes
Saltram Christmas craft and food fair
Friday 15 November, 10am-4pm & Saturday 16 - Sunday 17 November, 9am-4pm
You can soak up the festive atmosphere and stroll amongst local Christmassy stalls whilst sipping on a warm glass of mulled wine at Saltram.
Price: free entry for National Trust members and under 5s. Non-member entry £3
www.nationaltrust.org.uk/saltram
Gloucestershire
Newark Park Christmas fair
Friday 29 November - Sunday 1 December, 11am-4pm
A wonderfully festive fair, with enchanting stalls selling a range of unique gifts, seasonal treats, traditional crafts, hand-made goodies and more, at stalls in Newark House and a marquee.
Price: admission charges to venue apply
www.nationaltrust.org.uk/newark-park
Somerset
Barrington Court Christmas market
Saturday 30 November - Sunday 1 December, 10.30am-3pm
Step into a world of festive delights at Barrington’s Christmas market. Experience the sights, sounds and smells of the season in inspiring surroundings, and find high-quality handmade gifts and homemade fare to share with family and friends.
Price: admission charges to venue apply
www.nationaltrust.org.uk/barrington-court
Lytes Cary Manor winter craft market
Saturday 23 - Sunday 24 November, 10am-2pm
Held in the open barns and courtyard, the winter craft market showcases a variety of products crafted by local artists; perfect to inspire your Christmas shopping. You can sample award-winning drinks from the South Somerset Apple Juice and Cider project while browsing the free to enter market.
Price: admission charges to venue apply
www.nationaltrust.org.uk/lytes-cary-manor
Level’s Best craft and farmers market at Montacute House
Saturday 30 November & 14 December, 10am-2pm
This award-winning farmers' market is held monthly in the old stables of Montacute House. You'll find a variety of local food producers and artists, making it the ideal time to pick up a fresh loaf or get ahead with your Christmas shopping.
Price: admission charges to venue apply
www.nationaltrust.org.uk/montacute-house
Wiltshire
Avebury’s music, lights and merriment
Saturday 7 December, 4-6pm
Why not begin your Christmas festivities at this evening event in Avebury? Soak up the atmosphere by listening to traditional carols played by the Devizes Town Band, whilst enjoying a delicious festive treat from the newly opened Circles Café. In the barn you'll find a range of gift stalls to browse and the National Trust shop will be open late, where you can take part in some liqueur tasting. There's wooden reindeer-making for children happening, and free entry to the Barn gallery of the museum.
Price: free event
