Derbyshire is about to become a land of merriment, why not pick up a host of magical gifts at local markets, fairs and shopping events.
4th - 26th November
CHATSWORTH CHRISTMAS MARKET
What better way – or place – to kick-start the festive season than majestic Chatsworth?
Enjoy the unique festive market atmosphere of one of the county’s best-loved country houses and browse over 100 stalls – a perfect family day out.
Chatsworth House, Bakewell, DE45 1PP
www.chatsworth.org/events/christmas-market
24th -25th November
FABULOUS PLACES CHRISTMAS MARKET
Over 60 hand-selected stallholders will be selling their wares at Shottle Hall - ranging from home-made food, jewellery and gifts to accessories for the home and garden. Friday is from 4pm – 8.30pm and Saturday is 10am - 4pm
Shottle Hall, White Lane, Shottle, DE56 2EB
derbyshirechristmasmarket.co.uk
16th - 19th, 23rd - 26th November, 30th November - 3rd December and 7th - 10th December
MERCATUM CHRISTMAS ARTISAN MARKET
Local artisans will be selling a range of quality items for the home and garden, seasonal food and drink, and arts and crafts in the atmospheric surroundings of Haddon Hall - a magical and romantic location for a winter market.
Haddon Hall, Bakewell, DE45 1LA
www.haddonhall.co.uk/events
17th -19th & 24th - 26th November
THORNBRIDGE CHRISTMAS MARKET
Taking place over two weekends,this popular market will include 20 stalls of local artisan makers. Garden entry tickets allow access to the Christmas market and 12.5 acres of formal gardens. Enjoy a mulled wine and mince pie and pick up a few Christmas presents from local artisan producers.
Thornbridge Hall, Baslow Road, Ashford in the Water
https://www.facebook.com/thornbridgeestate/
18th -19th November
BAKEWELL CHRISTMAS MARKET
Explore exciting tastes of different cultures or fill your soul with comforting favourites as over 100 stalls descend in and around Bakewell. The event is jam packed with things to keep those five senses tingling, keep your eye out for James McKay and his owls of Harry Potter fame; children’s rides and face painting; a local DJ in the marquee and much more.
www.whatsonbakewell.co.uk/regular-events/bakewell-christmas-market-weekend
24th - 25th November
WINTER WONDERLAND CRAFT FAIR
A local arts and craft fair in the city showcasing unique gifts from talented artists that are available to purchase for the special gift for a loved one.
Artcore Gallery, 8 Albert Street, Derby DE1 2DS
www.facebook.com/ArtcoreUK
25th November
MAYORAL CHARITIES INDOOR DICKENSIAN MARKET
The Weekend Bazaar and Pavilion Gardens Christmas Lights Switch-On takes place on the weekend of 18th and 19th November and on the following Saturday, Dickensian Indoor Christmas Market returns to the Octagon Hall.
Pavilion Gardens St John's Road Buxton, SK17 6BE
paviliongardens.co.uk/events/
1st - 4th and 8th - 10th December
DENBY POTTERY CHRISTMAS MARKET
Local artisans will be selling a range of quality items for the home and garden, seasonal food and drink, and arts and crafts as part of a wide programme of festive events at Denby Pottery Village
Denby Pottery Village, Derby Rd, Ripley DE5 8NX
www.denbypottery.com/denby-pottery-village-christmas-events
1st - 3rd December
MATLOCK VICTORIAN CHRISTMAS MARKET
Experience the official start of the festive season in Matlock. With over 200 stalls, discover a winter wonderland with an incredible array of unique gifts, crafts, and goodies for everyone on your Christmas list. It’s also set to be a food lover’s paradise – so delight in specialist foods and culinary delights! With entertainment for the whole family, from festive performances to fun fair rides, there’s sure to be something for everyone to enjoy.
Hall Leys Park, Matlock DE4 3SX
www.facebook.com/matlockvictorianchristmasweekend
14th - 24th December
CHESTERFIELD CHRISTMAS MARKET
Nowhere quite does markets like Derbyshire’s largest town, where stalls have been present on the cobbled streets of Chesterfield for hundreds of years.
From Thursday 14th December 2023, Chesterfield Market trades every day up until Christmas Eve.
A special market day will take place on Sunday, 19th November 2023 for the return of the town’s big annual Christmas Lights Switch On and Market.
Chesterfield Open Air Market
www.chesterfield.co.uk/christmas/chesterfield-market-at-christmas
