The Top 10 Christmas Markets in the UK
From the grounds of Blenheim Palace to London's Hyde Park and from ancient Bath to central Birmingham, the United Kingdom boasts a wealth of tempting Christmas markets.
Popular Filters to discover the perfect holiday home in the United Kingdom
Christmas Market Breaks in the UK
Christmas market breaks in the UK combine visits to the country's most attractive destinations with the enjoyment of seasonal shopping. Pause to sip mulled wine or hot chocolate as you browse stalls set among twinkling lights and festive decorations.
Christmas Markets in the United Kingdom: Top Holiday Lettings
-
Winter Wonderland, Hyde Park
Winter Wonderland offers a sprawling Christmas experience with shopping, ice skating, circus acts, and fairground rides.
-
Oxford
The university's 'dreaming spires' take on a magical look as they tower over the market stalls of Broad Street.
-
Glasgow
Glasgow's central squares play host to an annual market featuring street food and live entertainment alongside stalls selling gifts and decorations.
-
Bath
The city's Georgian architecture provides a backdrop to dozens of chalet-style stalls selling festive food, gifts, and crafts. Most of the products are locally produced.
-
Cardiff
A speciality of the Cardiff Christmas market, located in the heart of the shopping district, is handmade gifts.
-
Stratford-upon-Avon
This market, in Shakespeare's birthplace, has a Victorian theme with stallholders dressed up to match. Browse over 300 stalls or enjoy the traditional funfair.
-
Belfast
Picturesque City Hall plays host to Belfast's Christmas market. Discover stalls inside and outside selling food and festive goodies.
-
Birmingham German Market
Birmingham hosts the biggest German market outside of mainland Europe. Glühwein and tasty schnitzels sustain you as you shop.
-
Blenheim Palace
Combine your Christmas shopping with an exploration of one of Britain's grandest stately homes. The Illuminated Light Trail is an annual highlight.
-
Winter Wonderland, Nottingham
Traders here are handpicked for the originality of their products. Extra fun is added with a huge ice rink and toboggan slides overlooked by a rooftop bar.
Best Places to Stay for Christmas Markets in the United Kingdom
Information about Christmas Market Breaks in the UK
| 💳 Highest rates | in July |
|---|---|
| 🥳 Busiest month | September |
| 🛏️ Popular accommodation types | Apartment rental and Cottage |
| 🌡️ Warmest weather | 17 °C in July and August |
| 🥶 Coldest weather | February and January |
| 🌧️ Rainiest months | 21 rainy days in August and July |
Frequently Asked Questions
Christmas Market Breaks in the UK: what's the average price for a holiday apartment?
Holiday lettings are currently available within the average price range of £159 - £248 and discounts of as much as 35%!
Where I can find holiday accommodation for Christmas Market Breaks in the UK that can host a family or large group?
Cottage in the United Kingdom can sleep 5 persons on average, with apartments also available for larger and smaller groups.
What types of holiday homes are available for Christmas Market Breaks in the UK?
There are a lot of options available when it comes to holiday homes for Christmas Market Breaks in the UK, with 77,128 Cottage and 48,307 Apartment rental on offer.
Travel tips, inspiration and ideas for holidays in the United Kingdom
- UK City Breaks
- UK Golf Breaks
- Family holiday rentals in the United Kingdom
- Romantic Getaways in the UK
- Scotland Weekend Breaks
- Last Minute Deals in the UK
- Dog-Friendly Holidays in the UK
- Yoga Holidays in the UK
- City Break to Edinburgh
- City Break to Belfast
- Weekend Breaks in England
- Weekend Breaks in York
- Holidays in the Sun in the UK
- Road Trips Scotland
- Weekend Breaks in the Cotswolds
- Beach Holidays in Cornwall
- Summer Holidays in the UK
- Golf Breaks in Scotland
- Cornwall with Kids
- Weekend Breaks in Devon
- Weekend Break to Blackpool
- Weekend Breaks in Norfolk
- Weekend Breaks in Yorkshire
- Family Holidays in Scotland
- Adventure Holidays in the UK
- Farm Stays in the UK
- Skiing Holidays in Belfast
- City Break to Brighton
- Romantic Getaways to Scotland
- Active Family Holidays in the UK
- City Break to Manchester
- Christmas Getaways in the UK
- Luxury Holidays in the UK
- Horse Riding Holidays in the UK
- Weekend Breaks in Great Yarmouth
- Holiday Cottages Hampshire
- Bed and Breakfast Accommodation in Cumbria
- B'n'Bs in Brixton
- Holiday Cottages Northern Ireland
- B'n'Bs in Glastonbury
- B'n'Bs in Edinburgh
- Holidays in the UK in August
- Adventure Holidays in Scotland
- B'n'Bs in Rye
- B'n'Bs in Sheringham
- B'n'Bs in Devon
- B'n'Bs in Northern Ireland
- B'n'Bs in Dumfries and Galloway
- Dog-Friendly Beach Holidays in the UK
- B'n'Bs in Worcester
- Weekend Breaks in Weymouth
- Bed and Breakfast Accommodation in Somerset
- Weekend Breaks in Norwich
- B'n'Bs in Sandbanks
- Holiday Parks in Dawlish Warren
- Holiday Cottages Scotland
- B'n'Bs in Portrush
- B'n'Bs in Padstow
- Holiday Homes with Hot Tubs in Cornwall
- Holiday Parks in Mullion
- Staithes Holiday Cottages
- B'n'Bs in Stoke-on-Trent
- B'n'Bs in Cardiff
- Skiing Holidays in the UK
- B'n'Bs in Bude
- Holidays For Single Parents in the UK
- Holiday Parks in Hunstanton
- B'n'Bs in Chipping Campden
- B'n'Bs in Huddersfield
- Croyde Holiday Cottages
- B'n'Bs in Fowey
- Family Holidays in the New Forest
- B'n'Bs in Isle of Wight
- Dog-Friendly Holidays in the New Forest
- Spa Weekend in Edinburgh
- Norfolk Holiday Cottages
- Isle Of Skye Holiday Cottages
- Family holiday rentals in England
- Couples Spa Breaks in Scotland
- Fishing Holidays in Scotland
- Pembrokeshire Holiday Cottages
- Penzance Holiday Cottages
- B'n'Bs in Glasgow
- Holiday Parks in Newquay
- Weekend Breaks in Portsmouth
- Hen and Stag Weekends in Newcastle
- B'n'Bs in Lincoln
- Weekend Breaks in Snowdonia
- City Breaks in Birmingham
- St Ives Holiday Cottages
- B'n'Bs in Blackpool
- Spa Weekend in Manchester
- Dog-Friendly Accommodation in Bridlington
- B'n'Bs in Portstewart
- Aldeburgh Holiday Cottages
- Beach Holidays in Wales
- Fishing Holidays in Plymouth
- B'n'Bs in Lincolnshire
- Barmouth Holiday Cottages
- B'n'Bs in Conwy
