10 local Christmas markets to shop
12th November 2025
© Holkham Estate
Enjoy the fun of the festive fair!
HOLT SUNDAY MARKET
16 November and 7 December, 10am to 3pm
Holt’s monthly Sunday market showcases the wares and work of local independent craftspeople, designers, makers, food producers and street food traders, with an extra market scheduled in mid-November.
NORFOLK CHRISTMAS FAIR
19 (4pm to 8pm) and 20 November (9am to 3pm)
Help raise funds for Thornage Hall, which supports adults with learning disabilities, at this ever-popular fair. It has changed venues this year and is now at the Adrian Flux Bar at Fakenham Racecourse.
www.norfolkchristmasfair.co.uk
CREAKE ABBEY CHRISTMAS GIFT FAIR
22 November, 10am to 3pm
Grab a glass of mulled cider and browse the 70 or so colourful stalls. With further shopping in the Courtyard, and The Barn Café and street food vendors offering drinks and delicious bites, why not make a day of it?
PENSTHORPE CHRISTMAS MARKET
23 November, 10am to 3pm
Pensthorpe nature reserve embraces the festive spirit at its outdoor market, with Norfolk food and drink producers, craft makers and artisans selling unique wares. Do check out Pensthorpe’s gift shop and the new Courtyard Cafe, too.
NORFOLK CREATIVE ARTS CHRISTMAS POP UP
25 November to 1 December, 10am to 4pm daily
See arts and crafts by local artists and makers, including paintings and prints, jewellery, homeware, food, ceramics and more at this Grimston pop up. Tick off some items on your Christmas list and refuel at the onsite cafe. There’s a late-night opening 27 November from 6pm to 8pm, too.
HAPPY VALLEY CHRISTMAS MARKET
4 December, 5pm to 10.30pm
This forever fun market at the woodland glamping retreat in Grimston returns with an evening of shopping (until 9.30pm) and feasting. It couldn’t be more magical, with crackling fire pits, mulled wine and live music.
CLEY CHRISTMAS FAIR
6 December, 10am to 4pm
Around 24 stalls in Cley Village Hall will sell handmade products, from stocking fillers to giftable goodies. Plus there’s a raffle and pop-up cafe with profits from these going towards the upkeep of the village hall.
THE BAGLADIES OF THORNHAM WINTER GIFT FAIR
6 December, 10am to 4pm
Join the BagLadies of Thornham at their annual gift fair at the Village Hall to raise money for the village. Soak up the festive bonhomie and browse stalls of seasonal wares, stylish accessories and homemade refreshments.
CREAKE ABBEY FARMERS’ MARKETS
6 and 20 December, 9.30am to 1pm
These markets always offer the very best of Norfolk’s local produce; it’s the chance to buy foodie gifts for the lucky people in your life and treat yourself to some delicious cheese, chocolate or gin! Expect stalls as diverse as Norfolk Doggy Deli, Mayu Retreats (juices, shots and healthier cakes), Hunters Chocolates, Fen Farm Venison and Currylicious. There are also options to buy plants, Christmas trees and beautiful flowers.
CHRISTMAS MARKET AT HOLKHAM
12 to 14 December, 10am to 4pm
There’ll be over 60 independent artisan stalls in the Lady Elizabeth Wing and outside in festive chalets selling chutneys and cookies to decorations and dog treats. Street food vendors and live music add to the atmosphere.
