There’s something especially magical about craft fairs during the winter months. Cozy venues, twinkling lights, steaming cups of mulled wine or hot chocolate, and the chance to pick up handmade gifts that feel personal and meaningful. Rather than shopping at big chain stores, you’re supporting independent artisans — often meeting the makers themselves — and discovering unique pieces you simply won’t find anywhere else.

Here are some of the standout craft fairs and festive markets across the UK this season — covering different regions and styles, from large well-known markets to intimate local makers’ fairs.

• Winchester Cathedral Christmas Market, Winchester, Hampshire — 21 November to 22 December 2025. A beautiful market set in the grounds of the historic cathedral, known for its atmosphere, variety of handmade goods, and holiday spirit.

• Canterbury Christmas Market, Caterbury, Kent - 12 November - 24 December 2025. A large festive market with many huts/stalls across the city centre and cathedral precincts, seasonal food, handmade gifts - ideal for a cost festive day out.
• Bath Christmas Market, Bath, Somerset - 27 November - 14 December 2025. Over 170 chalets with artisan goods, decorations, handmade gifts and festive treats. Great mix of local crafts, food and a charming setting near Bath Abbey.
• Birmingham Frankfurt Christmas Market, Birmingham, West Midlands - 1 November - 24 December 2025. The UK's largest 'German-Style' Chirstmas market, with a huge festive atmosphere, handcrafted decor, seasonal food, and a lively city-centre vibe.
• Winter Market at Southbank Centre, London (Southbank of the Thames) - Early November - late December. Gift shopping, handmade crafts, seasonal treats and a stroll along the Thames, especially in the early evening with the lights refelecting on the water.

• Bowes Museum Winter Market, Barnard Castle, County Durham — 12 to 14 December 2025. Over 100 stalls inside a museum setting — a great indoor (and weather-proof) option for a cold December weekend. 

• Cardiff Christmas Market, Cardiff, Wales - 13 November - 23 December 2025. Over 200 artists and craftspeople selling handmade gifts, decorations, ceramics, jewellery and more - plus festive and seasonal cheer.
• Aberdeen Christmas Village, Aberdeen, Scotland - 13 November - 31 December 2025. Something for all the family including a spectacular outdoor ice rink, local Christmas Market, food and drinks and a festive fairground.
• St Nicholas Fair, York, North Yorkshire - 13 November - 21 December 2025. Alpine chalets line the streets with an array of local crafts, artisan products and Delicious seasonal treats.

Why not support your local crafters this winter, with a visit to your local craft fair or Christmas Market.

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