Christmas markets in Britain in 2025

Britain is brimming with Christmas markets galore. Discover trails of twinkling lights and warm your hands on a cup of mulled wine as you weave through wooden chalets bursting with unusual gifts from local traders. Tuck into festive food served with a smile and don your skates for an outdoor ice rink. 

From Manchester’s Christmas markets to those in London, York, Birmingham and everywhere in between, here are some of the best Christmas markets in the UK for 2025.

Manchester Christmas Markets

The Manchester Christmas Markets, from 7 November to 22 December 2025, take over locations across the city, meaning you won’t be far from festive gifts and delicious food and drink stalls selling traditional bratwurst, hog roast and paella on a winter trip to the city. Typically, there are more than 300 accessible stalls and chalets across the city. Look out for jewellery, toys, plants, bags, homeware and quirky gifts. For the first time since 2019, the markets will return to Albert Square in 2025, in the shadow of the newly renovated Town Hall, bringing a giant Ferris wheel and plenty of festive cheer.

Discover the magic of Manchester Christmas Markets

• Leeds Christmas Market, England 21 November – 21 December 2025 Head to City Square for the dazzling Leeds Christmas Market , this year with an even more accessible layout. Browse some 60 traditional market stalls selling unusual gifts, crafts and tasty treats from both the local area and around the world. Returning this year is an artisan market run by Little Bird at Bond Court in the city centre, where independent makers will set up shop Thursday to Sunday during the festive season. And that’s not all – take a spin on the Ice Cube outdoor skating rink that pops up at Millennium Square and Victoria Gardens. 
• Sheffield Christmas Markets, England 13 November – 24 December 2025 The Alps meet South Yorkshire at Sheffield’s festive market, with more than 60 log cabins and four Alpine bars peppering the city centre. Whether you’re barmy for bratwurst or potty about Yorkshire pudding wraps, there’s something for every appetite here. Plus, step back in time at Kelham Island Museum’s Victorian Christmas Market from 6 – 7 December 2025, with plenty of Sheffield-made wares, fairground fun and festive eats to enjoy.   
• Liverpool Christmas Market, England 15 November – 24 December 2025 Liverpool Christmas Market transforms the area around St George’s Hall, near the city’s main train station, into a twinkling wonderland. If you’ve got a head for heights, jump on the giant Ferris wheel for epic views of the skyline – or watch it turn from solid ground at the landmark Windmill Bar instead. Little ones will love Santa Land and the vintage carousel. 
• Stratford-upon-Avon Christmas Market, England 29 – 30 November and 6 – 7 December 2025 Stratford-upon-Avon’s Christmas Market takes over this world-renowned town for two festive weekends. Bring your shopping bags, because there’ll be 200 stalls selling a whole host of seasonal products. This year’s market has an all-new layout, helping your visit run smoothly.  
• Leicester Christmas Market, England 13 November – 28 December 2025 Back for a second year, Leicester Christmas Market promises to be bigger and better in 2025, serving up handmade crafts and delicious street food. Get your skates on for the real ice rink at Jubilee Square, or follow the Enlightened Leicester light trail through Abbey Park. There are even more festive treasures to peruse at Leicester Guildhall’s Christmas Craft Fair, held on 29 November 2025. 
• Winchester Cathedral’s Christmas Market, England 21 November – 22 December 2025 With its unique location in the shadow of Winchester’s great cathedral, Winchester Cathedral’s Christmas Market is widely regarded as one of Europe’s best. Numerous chalets are home to hand-picked exhibitors offering exclusive gifts that you won’t find on the high street – from hand-crafted decorations and festive treats to craft beer and mulled wine.
• Winter Market at Southbank Centre, England 3 November – 26 December 2025The popular Winter Market at London’s Southbank Centre is a seasonal pleasure that sits alongside a range of family shows and festive fun, as the banks of the River Thames are transformed into a winter wonderland. Wander along the South Bank and discover strings of decorations and cute illuminated wooden cabins selling Christmas gifts, from the quirky to the traditional. Expect mince pies, spiced cider and steaming mugs of mulled wine and hot chocolate. Global cuisines are available, too, and make sure you grab a selfie by the huge Christmas tree.
• Blenheim Palace Christmas Market, England 14 November – 21 December 2025 Stock up on festive favourites at Blenheim Palace Christmas Market in a spectacular setting of Blenheim Palace’s Great Court. Find the perfect Christmas gift and choose from the tempting selection of street food stalls for a delicious bite to eat.