Fair dos: our guide to North Norfolk’s Christmas markets
11th November 2026
Holkham Christmas Market © Holkham Estate
This year, Christmas market- and fair-goers really are spoilt for choice in North Norfolk, with old favourites and new additions aplenty
21 November: Creake Abbey Christmas Gift Fair
Twinkling decorations, seasonal food, soaps and scent; ceramics, antiques and more. With around 90 stalls, this fair will have gifts ideas for everyone on your list, including jewellery by Fakenham-based Claire Howard, and hand-sewn felt animals and seasonal ornaments by Naomi Peeling of Approved by Nibbler. Street food, barista coffee and The Barn Café will keep you fuelled. In other news, The Urban Ranch x Rock and Stones pop up at Creake Abbey runs from early November to mid-December.
21 November: The King’s Trust Christmas Fair
The local committees of The King’s Trust and the Sandringham Royal Warrant Holders Association present their inaugural festive fair at Knights Hill Hotel, King’s Lynn, with a wide range of gifts on sale. Think stocking fillers, wreaths, flowers, Cobble Hill wines, Brancaster Gin, and more. Free entry and parking; 10am to 4pm.
25 and 26 November: The Norfolk Christmas Fair
A local favourite for over 30 years, The Norfolk Christmas Fair in aid of Thornage Hall will be back in the Adrian Flux Bar at Fakenham Racecourse with around 40 stalls showcasing artisan pieces including jewellery, children’s clothing, pottery, candles and prints. Personal shoppers will be available.
www.norfolkchristmasfair.co.uk
28 November: North Wootton Christmas Fair
Now celebrating its 10th year, this popular event in the village hall and its surrounds makes for a fun festive day out, offering Christmas trees, stalls with gifts, decorations and local food and drink, plus live entertainment and Santa’s real reindeer.
www.northwoottonvillagehall.org.uk
28 and 29 November: Godwick Christmas Market
Godwick’s historic Great Barn will be the venue for an array of stalls from independent makers and local businesses, from gifts to homewares and Christmas decorations, alongside festive food and drink.
29 November: Pensthorpe Christmas Market
Expect more than 80 stalls, a combination of indoor and outdoor stands, selling artisan gifts and seasonal treats, plus food trucks. Dogs are welcome at the market.
3 December: Christmas Market, Music and Feasting
Wrap up and spend the evening at Happy Valley, Grimston, with its glowing festive woodland and barn setting. Browse stalls from independent makers, enjoy music, drinks and soak up the atmosphere. Bring cash and reuseable bags.
5 December: Thornham Winter Gift Fair
Thornham Village Hall will play host to local stall holders selling original art, prints, ceramics, photography, willow sculpture, gilded pieces, turned and sculpted wood, stationery, skincare and more. Refreshments served throughout the day, including bacon sandwiches and soup for lunch.
5 and 6 December: Christmas Merchants Market
Local makers, crafters and producers will gather in the Tuesday Market Place, King’s Lynn, with a variety of handmade gifts, stocking fillers and treats, for a weekend of Christmas shopping, feasting and street entertainment.
6 December: Barsham Christmas Market
Head to Barsham StackYard and discover local makers, choose your Christmas tree, create a wreath with Amy from the Flower Hut (a ticketed event), and tuck into seasonal street food whilst the children write to Santa!
11 to 13 December: Holkham Christmas Market
More than 60 of Norfolk’s finest independent makers, producers and artisans will take up residence in Holkham’s Lady Elizabeth Wing and outside in festive chalets for this three-day event. Browse handcrafted gifts, food, drink and seasonal treats whilst enjoying live music and a side of street food!
Check websites for timings, any entry prices and booking requirements
