* Winchester Cathedral Christmas Market 2024

Winchester Cathedral Christmas market in the heart of the UK is a winter wonderland that captures the essence of the festive season. Inspired by the traditional German Christmas markets, this event attracts more than 400,000 visitors each year.

There will be over 100 chalet stalls set across the Inner and Outer Close of this magnificent building

Set against the magnificent backdrop of Winchester Cathedral, the market is a visual spectacle with its twinkling lights and traditional wooden chalets. Visitors are transported into a world of yuletide magic as they meander through the rows of stalls adorned with handcrafted gifts, intricate decorations, and delectable treats. The aroma of mulled wine and freshly baked goods fills the air, enticing all to indulge in the seasonal delights. Live music performances and the laughter of families add to the joyful atmosphere. The Winchester UK Christmas market truly encapsulates the spirit of Christmas, making it a cherished destination for locals and visitors alike during the festive season.

Location: Inner Close, Winchester Cathedral

Dates: Friday 22nd November 2024 – Sunday 22nd December 2024 inclusive

Times: Sunday to Thursday 10.00am – 6.00pm / Friday and Saturday 10.00am – 8.00pm

Admission to the Winchester Christmas Market is free

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* Southampton Christmas Market

The Southampton Christmas Market is a winter wonderland that captivates visitors from near and far. Nestled in the heart of the city along its pedestrianised High Street, this enchanting market offers a delightful array of festive delights and holiday cheer.

The air is filled with the sweet aroma of mulled wine, spiced cider, and freshly baked gingerbread, enticing visitors to warm themselves with seasonal treats. Stalls adorned with twinkling lights showcase a myriad of handcrafted gifts, unique ornaments, and traditional souvenirs, making it the perfect place to find that special Christmas present. The sound of joyful carolers and live music adds to the festive ambiance, spreading merriment throughout the market.

Location: Southampton High Street (Bargate)

Dates: Friday 15th November 2024 – Tuesday 5th January 2024 inclusive (please check local press for details)

Times: 10.00am – 10.00pm

Admission to the Southampton Christmas Market is free

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* Portsmouth Indoor Christmas Market

Over 100 independent businesses from all over Hampshire and beyond will showcase their products at St. Mary's Church in Portsmouth this Christmas!

Location: Mountbatten Centre

Dates: 2nd November 2024

Times: 11.00 - 3.00pm

Admission to the Portsmouth Indoor Christmas Market is £1 (cash only). Those aged 15 or under are free

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* The Alternative Christmas Makers' Market

The Nutshell In Winchester warmly invites you to join them for their Alternative Christmas Makers' Market; a celebration of independent designers and makers from Winchester and the surrounding areas.

This hand-curated market will feature some of the areas most talented independent crafters, who will be on hand to discuss their creative process, tools and techniques as well as selling their finest products.

Location: The Nutshell, Winchester

Dates: Friday 6th and Saturday 7th December 2024

Times: Friday - 5.00 to 10.00 pm. Saturday 10.00 to 4.00pm

Admission to the Alternative Christmas Makers Market is free

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* Winchester Great Hall Makers' Fair

The Great Hall in Winchester will be hosting a Christmas Makers Market bringing together local artists and crafts persons alongside independent businesses producing delicious food and drink.

Peruse a variety of stalls inside The Great Hall including jewellery, art work, textiles, mead and bottled ales to name a few! A pop-up festive cafe will be serving a selection of hot drinks and food, including hot chocolate and mulled wine, hot turkey and 'pulled pork' baps and a sweet cart selling fill-your-own sweet baubles.

Location: The Great Hall, Winchester

Dates: Saturday 9th and Sunday 10th November 2024

Times: 10.00 am - 4.30 pm

Admission to this event is free

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* Petersfield Christmas Festival

A festive day in the centre of Petersfield with over 100 stalls, family entertainment, Father Christmas and much more.

Location: Petersfield

Dates: Saturday 7th and Sunday 8th December 2024

Times: Saturday - 7.00 pm - 10.00pm on Saturday and 10.00 am - 4.00 pm on Sunday

Admission to the Petersfield Christmas Festival is free

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* The Elizabeth Foundation Christmas Bazaar

A morning of festive fun - stalls, gifts, a Grand Draw Raffle, bottle tombola, Santa’s grotto, mince pies, arts and crafts, and much more

Location: The Elizabeth Foundation, Cosham, PO6 3LL

Dates: Sunday 1st December 2024

Times: 11.00 am - 1.00 pm

Admission to The Elizabeth Foundation Christmas Bazaar is £1 for adults and free for children

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* Hawk Conservancy Trust at Christmas

Enjoy the run up to Christmas, come and enjoy this delightful, festive shopping experience. Shop from over 60 local craftspeople and businesses and find personalised presents, Christmas decorations, handcrafted treats, beautiful homeware and much more.

Location: Hawk Conservancy Trust

Dates: Thursday 28th to Saturday 30th November 2024

Times: 3.30 pm - 8.30 pm on all 3 days

Admission to the Hawk Conservancy Trust at Christmas is £3.50 per person (online bookings), or £4 on the door

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* Chawton House Christmas Fayre

There is no Christmas Fayre planned at Chawton for Christmas 2024

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* Wessex Cancer Support Festive Fair 2024

Browse a range of independent, local sellers and find items from tasty treats, handmade jewellery, handcrafted decorations and much more. Enjoy festive musical performances from local choirs as you shop. Pre-booked adult tickets receive a goody bag on the day and 100% of funds raised from ticket sales will go towards supporting Wessex Cancer Support. 

Location: Solent Hotel, Whiteley, Fareham, PO15 7AJ

Dates: Sunday 1st December 2024

Times: 10.00 am - 4.00 pm

Admission to the Festive Fair 2024 is £10 for adults (over 16) and free for children

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* Christmas Festival at the Brickworks Museum                 

The Victorian site will be shining in the glow of Christmas lights and decorated to begin the festive period. Find out about Christmas’ past in their Victorian cottage display, and shop at the Festive Craft Market.  

As if that wasn’t enough, the museum will be 'in steam', with two children’s play areas, interactive exhibits and fascinating displays. Train rides will be available for a small extra fee (which goes towards the up-keep of the trains and rails) and their Coffee Shop will be open throughout the event. 

Location: Brickworks Museum

Dates: Sunday 24th November 2024

Times: 11.00 am - 4.00 pm

Admission to this festive event at the Brickworks Museum starts at £10.50 (kids are free)

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* Featherstone's Christmas Wreath Making Workshop                         

Enjoy the cosy atmosphere of our fairy-lit barn, complete with mulled drinks and seasonal bakes, as you create something truly special using locally sourced material under expert guidance.

Location: Featherstone Flower Barn, Nether Wallop, Stockbridge

Dates: Dates available from 22nd November - 7th December 2024

Times: 10.00 am - 12.30 pm

Admission to this festive event is £95

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* Christmas Market at Lepe Beach      

Location: The Lookout at Lepe Beach

Dates: Thursday 5th December 2024

Times: TBC

Admission to this festive event is free

Further details are set to be announced on their website here in due course

* Christmas Carol Concert, in aid of Wessex Cancer Trust                        

Join this great Hampshire charity at their popular Christmas Carol Concert with celebrity guest Sarah Parish. The concert will showcase the talent of local musicians performing their renditions of Christmas classics and popular songs, alongside celebrity guests delivering readings of festive poems. VIP tickets are available for those who wish to indulge in a VIP reception, including a prosecco and canapes welcome, premium seating and more, prior to the performance at the Church.

Location:  VIP Reception: The Bugle, Titchfield, PO14 4RT

Performance: St Peter’s Church, 12 Church Street, Titchfield, PO14 4AG

Dates: Monday 9th December 2024

Times: 6.30 pm - 7.30 pm VIP Reception and then 7.45 pm - 9.15 pm Christmas Carol Concert (doors open at 7.00 pm)

Admission to the Concert only is £20 and Reception and Concert is £40 

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* Wessex Guild of Craftsmen Makers' Market

Visit this annual Christmas market with over 40 traders, live music, an open studio, art demonstrations and food.

Location: The Round Tower, Hotwalls, Portsmouth.

Dates: Saturday 30th November and Sunday 1st December 2024

Times: 10.00 am - 4.00 pm

Admission to this festive event is free

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* Titchfield Great Barn Christmas Fayre

The Titchfield Christmas Barn is a well-known Christmas event that provides a warm and festive atmosphere. Come and check out local crafters and artisans goodies available for you to purchase at this completely hand-created item market.

Location: Titchfield Christmas Barn

Dates: Saturday 25th November to Thursday 21st December 2024 (closed Mondays and Tuesdays except for the final week)

Times: 10.00 am - 6.00 pm every day except for Sundays, when the opening times will be 10.00 am - 4.00 pm

Admission to this festive event is free, although there visits to Santa's Grotto need to be booked here

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* Andover Christmas Festival

Andover High Street will be hosting the Christmas Festival, where a line-up of local music acts will be treating everyone to a collection of Christmas songs and performances. Those looking to start their Christmas shopping can visit the local shops and the Christmas Market where local businesses will be selling a variety of gifts; from original art to handmade jewellery and gin.

Location: High Street, Andover

Dates: 22nd November 2024

Times: 5.00 pm - 8.00 pm

Admission to this festive event is free

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* Basing House Christmas Fayre

The majestic Tudor Barn at Basing House will be decorated for a wonderfully festive shopping experience, with a grand total of over 30 stalls offering locally made crafts, produce and gifting ideas to browse and buy.

Location: Basing House, Basingstoke, RG24 8AE

Dates: Saturday 23rd and Sunday 24th November 2024

Times: 11.00 am - 4.00 pm (check website for details)

Admission to this festive event is £3.50 (under 5’s go free)

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* Christmas Milestones Christmas Market

Over 40 stalls selling seasonal gifts and treats throughout the museum and the award-winning Milestones shop to visit, too. With children’s entertainment, including a chance to meet Father Christmas in his grotto (additional charges apply), there’s fun for all the family, live music and festive refreshments to enjoy. Please note that pre-booking is essential.

Location: Milestones Museum, Leisure Park, Basingstoke, RG22 6PG

Dates: Saturday 30th November and Sunday 1st December 2024

Times: From 10.00 am (check website for details)

Admission to this festive event is £7.50 (under 5’s go free)

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* Tudor House and Garden Christmas Events

Tudor House will be hosting a range of Christmas events from visits to Father Christmas in the Banqueting Hall to various festive workshops. Get in the Christmas spirit with wreath-making, decorating decorations and festive watercolour activities. 

Location: Tudor House Museum, Bugle Street, Southampton, SO14 2AD

Dates: From Saturday 23rd November 2024 - Friday 3rd January 2025

Times: Various (check website for details)

Admission to the different activities varies. 

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* Christmas at Tapnell Farm on the Isle of Wight

Isle of Wight’s Tapnell Farm Park immersive Christmas event returns for 2024. Fun for all the family, there is another world of adventure to discover this Christmas at Tapnell…. 

Location: Tapnell Farm, Newport Road, Yarmouth, Isle of Wight, PO41 0YJ

Dates: From Sunday 1st - Tuesday 24th December 2024

Times: Various (check website for details)

Admission begins at £24.95 for adults and £29.95 for children under 6 (however various price options are available and concessions are available for season pass holders) 

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* Light Up Sir Harold Hillier Gardens at Christmas

Award-winning producers, Light Up Trails return to the Arboretum with a host of new glittering installations and amazing food and drink, completing a sensational, sensory feast. Immerse yourself in a truly unforgettable, magical light trail experience like no other, for the whole family!

Location: Hinton Ampner, near Alresford, Hampshire, SO24 0LA

Dates: From Thursday 28 November 2024 – Wednesday 1 January 2025

Times: You can book a time slot every 15 minutes from 4:30 pm - 8 pm.

Admission prices are available on the website.

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* An Enchanted Christmas at Hinton Ampner

Hop on a Christmas journey and discover this National Trust house brimming with bright Christmas colours, sparkling lights and charming festive scenes. From the world of the Ice Queen to a Woodland Ball, Gingerbread Village and the North Pole Workshop. Christmas elves are busy making toys & games – and getting in a muddle!

The garden will be the backdrop for beautifully decorated trees with twinkling lights and classic Christmas colours. The perfect place for a family adventure with games and activities in the gardens. 

Location: Hinton Ampner, near Alresford, Hampshire, SO24 0LA

Dates: From Saturday 16 November 2024 - Sunday 5 January 2025

Times: Various (check website for details)

Admission prices are available on the website.

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* A Nutcracker Christmas at Mottisfont

Experience the timeless magic of The Nutcracker at Mottisfont this Christmas. The story unfolds as you wander through rooms filled with sparkling trees and decorations, music and light effects. Outside, the adventure continues on a Nutcracker family trail.

Location: Mottisfont, near Romsey, Hampshire, SO51 0LP

Dates: Saturday 23 November 2024 - Sunday 5 January 2025

Times: Various (check website for details)

Admission prices are available on the website.

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* Wonderland Christmas at The Vyne

With sparkling trees and quirky displays, in The Vyne's house and gardens, lose yourself in Lewis Carroll's dreamlike children's classics Alice’s Adventures in Wonderland and Alice Through the Looking-Glass.

Location: Mottisfont, near Romsey, Hampshire, SO51 0LP

Dates: Wednesday 20 November 2024 - Sunday 5 January 2025

Times: Various (check website for details)

This event is free, but normal admission charges apply for the venue -  booking is not required

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* Christmas Markets in the New Forest

Click here for more details of other markets and festive events across the New Forest. This guide is put together by Go New Forest

* Christmas Events in Andover

Click here for more details of other markets and festive events in Andover. This guide is put together by All Events Andover.

* Christmas Events in Hampshire

Click here for more details of other markets and festive events in Hampshire. This guide is put together by Visit Hampshire. 

* Christmas Events in Lymington

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