Not sure where to head for your dose of festive cheer this year? This post is for you!
So the temperature is beginning to drop, we're halfway through November and we're starting to think about ✨ Christmas ✨ Among the many lovely things that the festive season brings, one of our favourites is the Christmas fairs. Finally, after the last few years of cancellations of public events, we're excited to welcome you aboard once again and take you to the lovely fairs and markets happening this winter!
These lovely fairs are perfect places to pick up special gifts, admire the twinkly Christmas lights and enjoy some cheeky mulled wine or roasted chestnuts. There's something for everyone, and if you're not feeling "Christmassy" just yet then planning a Christmas Market trip is a sure-fire way of getting your Christmas cheer going.
To help you out, we've listed all of the markets happening in the area below, and remember, it's not too late to book a mini-bus or coach to take you and your group to one of these lovely markets this season!
Markets in
Lincolnshire
SoWa Winter Festival, Boston : Friday 25th November - Sunday 11th December
Opening times: 10am -10pm most days*
Friday – Sunday, Nov 25th – 27th
Wednesday – Sunday, Nov 30th – Dec 4th
Wednesday – Sunday, Dec 7th – 11th
*Please check website
Skegness Christmas Market : Saturday 26th - Sunday 27th November
Saturday: 10am - 8pm
Sunday: 10am - 4pm
Lincoln Christmas Market : Thursday 1st - Sunday 4th December
Opening times:
Thursday, December 1st: Midday - 9:30pm
Friday, December 2nd: 10am - 9:30pm
Saturday, December 3rd: 10am - 9:30pm
Sunday, December 4th: 10am - 7pm
Christmas Market at Gainsborough Old Hall : Saturday 3rd - Sunday 4th December
Open both days: 10am - 4pm
Markets in
South Yorkshire
Sheffield Christmas Markets : Starts on Friday 18th November
Open: 10am - 6pm Sunday to Thursday, open until 8pm on Fridays and Saturdays.
Christmas Craft & Flea Market, Hull Minster : Saturday 3rd December
Open: 10am - 4pm
Christmas at The Yorkshire Hive : Saturday 10th - Friday 23rd December
Yorkshire Wildlife Park
Open specific days*, from 10am - 6pm
*Please check website
Markets in
East Yorkshire
Made in East Yorkshire Christmas Market : Wednesday 7th - Friday 9th December
Open: 10am - 6pm
Beverley Festival of Christmas : Sunday 11th December
Open: 10am - 4pm
Markets in
South Yorkshire
St. Nicholas Fair, York : Thursday 17th November - Friday 23rd December
Open daily from:10am to 7pm
Whitby Christmas Festival : Friday 18th - Sunday 20th November
Open: 5pm - 10pm
Christmas Country Living Fair, Harrogate : Thursday 1st - Sunday 4th December
Booking required, entry from 10am
Harrogate Christmas Fayre : Friday 2nd - 11th December
Mondays - Saturdays: 10am - 7pm
Sundays: 10:30am - 4:30pm
Skipton Christmas Market : Sunday 4th & Sunday 11th December
Open both dates from 10am until 4pm. After, enjoy carols in the Holy Trinity churchyard from 4pm onwards, led by Barnoldswick Brass Band.
Markets
Further Afield
Manchester Christmas Markets : Thursday 10th November - Thursday 22nd December
Various opening times as stalls are spaced out across the whole city.
Nottingham Winter Wonderland : Tuesday 15th November - Saturday 31st December
Open: 11am - 8pm
Well, that's all the Christmas Markets we could find in the surrounding areas. We hope you were able to find the perfect one for you to visit this year! Please always make sure to check the official event websites for accurate dates & times.
As always we'd be delighted to help you spread the Christmas cheer, so if you fancy organising a coach trip out to one of these festive markets then please do get in touch for a free quote!
Warm wishes,
Black & White Coaches
