If you are visiting the Norfolk Broads before Christmas and fancy some Christmas Shopping, then go and drop into these wonderful Norfolk Festive Fayres and Christmas Markets which are spread throughout the county. They are all within easy reach of the Norfolk Broads and well worth a visit.
All of them offer great ideas for the festive season, exquisite christmas decorations, locally produced food to enjoy and great gifts for the family
Sandringham Christmas Craft Food and Gifts
Friday – Sunday 15th – 17th November
Sandringham Estate, Kings Lynn PE35 6EN
Christmas is coming! Start the season with the traditional Sandringham Craft Food and Gift Fair
Craft, Food, Gifts and Festive Fun are all essential ingredients of a successful Christmas event, they can be found in abundance this weekend at Sandringham
Over the last few years the show has grown into one of East Anglia’s top Christmas Fairs.
You will love the diverse array of the Craftsmen and Artists bringing you a choice of unique and special gifts for all your loved ones. Watch them at work as well with regular demonstrations of glassblowing, blacksmithing, chainsaw carving, wood-turning and traditional country crafts.
The fine food halls are large and delicious and offer a taste before you buy approach on most stalls, which will make the decisions even more difficult. There is hot coffee, chocolate, mulled wine or cider to choose from too for a well-earned break. Get some Christmas cooking ideas from our wonderful Living Heritage chefs, headlined by our very own Andrea Wallace who will be demonstrating their recipes in the Country Kitchen area.
It has grown again this year and we are delighted with our new attractions that include an Ice Skating Ring (synthetic) for the more energetic visitor and the Alternative Cabaret Tent with a varied bill of Magic & Illusion, Comedy and Balloon Science Show by Balloonatic.
Craft, Food, Gifts and Festive Fun are all essential ingredients of a successful Christmas event, they can be found in abundance this weekend at Sandringham
In between your shopping be sure to slip into one of the entertainment marquees or Food Courts where there is a wide range of street food and beverages of all kinds to be enjoyed, all whilst relaxing to live music and entertainment.
With Santa Claus, Reindeer Unicorns, interactive Ice Carving, Jesters, Medieval Games and Amusements, there’s lots to keep the children happy as well.
Marquees are heated and floored and you will receive a complimentary mulled wine on arrival. Put the dates in your diary now and buy your tickets for Sandringham Craft, Food and Gifts Fair.
Christmas starts here! All in all, a great family day out at the Sandringham Estate, Kings Lynn PE35 6EN, 15th-17th November, 2019
For more information, please visit http://livingheritagecraftshows.com/tickets/ Tickets will also be available on the gate.
Join us for a relaxing and entertaining style of Christmas Shopping in the Sandringham Way!
Saturday 16th November and Sunday 17th November 2019
10am - 5pm inside the Courtyard, Elveden Estate
Join us for a festive shopping experience, come along to our Festive Fair at the Elveden Courtyard to kick start your Christmas! Browse over 20 stalls selling food, drink, arts & crafts and enjoy some delicious hot food and drink.
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The first of four weekends making up the Great Yarmouth Christmas Markets is the Christmas Fayre from 29 November to 1 December.
Visit a selection of decorated wooden chalets and gazebos in Great Yarmouth Market Square, visit Great Yarmouth Minister and The Priory Centre. All three venues will have a selection of stalls to browse including handmade crafts, baked goods, gifts and other Christmas items.
Santa's Grotto will be placed in The Priory Centre. Entertainment will be throughout the Market and in the Minster with walk about characters, music and a funfair.
Friday 29 November
10am to 8.30pm
Saturday 30 November
10am to 5pm
Sunday 1 December
10am to 4pm
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Christmas Event, Sat 23 - Sun 24 Nov 2019
Holt Hall Christmas Fair takes place is the impressive house set in 75 acres of parkland and woods just outside the village of Holt, Norfolk. A 15 foot Christmas tree and log fire will greet visitors in the entrance hall. There will be over 55 stalls showcasing an inspiring array of innovative and quality Christmas gifts ranging from local food and drink, clothing, crafts, paintings, plants, Christmas wreaths, decorations, glassware, art, prints, cushions, bunting, candles, pottery, make-up, skin care and bath products. Many of these products are locally made and can't be found on the High Street. Refreshments are available from outdoor stalls which includes a selection of delicious crepes, pizzas, cakes, sausage rolls, soup, hot and cold drinks.
Unfortunately dogs, except guide dogs are not allowed in Holt Hall grounds.
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Hockwold Christmas Fayre will be taking place on Sunday 8th December 2019, from 10am to 4pm
There will be over 100 exhibitors, featuring a wide range of food, drink and craft products for you to view and sample.
With a wide range of crafts, food, drink and other gifts on offer, come along for a visit to a quintiessential Christmas shopping experience. With exhibitors joining us from all over the country, along with live entertainment, samples to try, and vast range of activities to try, it’s definitely an event for you and the whole family to truly get into the holiday season mood.
Featuring a spectrum of colourful stands, it promises to be one of the Christmas shopping events of the year, ideal for visitors looking for unusual gifts and exciting additions to their enhance their festive experience.
With themed tents and stands, the event will offer a wide range of tasty and enticing items for purchase, an impressive experience is sure to await you.
Some of the exhibitors are from Norfolk and Suffolk, whilst others will have travelled from across the UK to showcase their offerings, but with Christmas just around the corner, it’s a great early shopping opportunity.
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We're back at The Forum, Norwich for our three-day Global Village Christmas Market!
Thursday 5th December: Indoor market
Friday 6th December: Indoor market
Saturday 7th December: Indoor and outdoor market (with hot food, mulled wine and festive music!)
The place to find amazing Christmas gifts from around the world! Our Global Village Christmas Market will feature our finest traders, illustrators and makers selling beautiful gifts from around the world with a focus on fairly-traded and eco-conscious products.
Plus on the Saturday, outside, we will have some super Christmas carol
On Sunday 24th November, our popular Christmas Market returns for it’s 3rd year, providing shoppers with a welcome change of scenery from the high street with its pop-up food, drink and craft stalls. Discover bespoke creations, creative gift ideas and delicious treats made from boutique producers, many of whom are from the local area.
There will be live music, plus complimentary mulled wine and mince pies for members.
10am – 4pm. FREE ENTRY
The Christmas Market is held in our courtyard hub area so you do not need to pay to visit our Christmas Market. We are, however, offering reduced admission for entry into our park on the day of our Christmas Market at £8pp (under 3’s free)*
Christmas Market at The Forum
Fri 7 Dec - Sun 23 Dec | Open Daily | Varying hours
FESTIVE FOOD FAIR
Saturday 14th and Sunday 15th December, 10am-4pm
This truly magical Christmas food event will be back again for 2019! The best local and regional producers will be showcasing their seasonal food and drink for you to try, and buy. From homemade jams, chutneys and cheeses, to Norfolk gins, wine and beers, there is something for everyone. Plus, there will be a whole host of concession stalls for you to enjoy a warm mulled wine or hot chocolate plus a tasty treat or two whilst you’re here. This is a great opportunity to stock up on ingredients for your own Christmas feast, whilst ticking off your gift list for the food lovers in your family!
Our live cookery theatre in The Lady Elizabeth Wing will once again keep our visitors entertained throughout the day. Hosted by Charlie Hodson of Charlie’s Norfolk Food Heroes, and with a theme of ‘Game On’, local chefs will be cooking up a storm, demonstrating new and exciting ways to really make your Christmas dinner or Boxing Day feasts pop this year!
The 11th annual Deepdale Christmas Market takes place on Friday 29th, Saturday 30th November and Sunday 1st December in the lovely village of Burnham Deepdale. Visitors to the market can enjoy ‘Not on the high street’ presents, decorations, food and drink in three large marquees around the Dalegate Market site, in the barn of Deepdale Backpackers & Camping, and amongst the pews in St Mary's Church.
FREE Entry
FREE Car Parking (in the farm yard & a stubble field)
There can’t be a better reason to visit the North Norfolk Coast in the Winter, when over 120 local artisans and producers gather for one of East Anglia’s best seasonal markets.
As always, entrance is FREE to the event, so no emptying your pockets before the shopping begins. And as usual, there is FREE car parking in the farm yard of Deepdale Farm and in a grass field on Dalegate Lane. The Coasthopper bus also drops off right outside the door.
Deepdale Christmas Market is open from 10am to 5pm on all three days - Friday 29th November, Saturday 30th and Sunday 1st December.
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When: 8th – 10th November 2019
Where: Norfolk Showground, New Costessey, Norwich, NR5 0TT
Doors: 10am – 5pm (Friday and Saturday); 10am – 4pm (Sunday)
Parking: FREE
Please Note: There is no cash point available at the Norfolk Showground. Please bring cash with you to purchase tickets on the gate. The nearest cash point is approximately a two minute drive away at the Sainsbury’s roundabout near the Showground.
Enjoy a weekend of festive fun at The Norfolk Festive Gift and Food Show
Packed with Christmas gifts, presents for all the family and delicious festive food & drink. This really is a festive event that all the family can enjoy. See our visitor info page for ticket prices, opening times, directions and more.
Come along with your friends and family and enjoy this festive feast of fun and entertainment.
Shop at over 250 trade stalls… With over 250 trade stands at the show you are sure to pick up some wonderful Christmas presents from a vast selection, including jewellery, children’s gifts and much more…!
Sample the wonderful food & drink available… Sample the finest foods and drinks from across the UK in the festive food & drink section. From cheeses to sausages there is something for all tastes…
Enjoy a day out with your friends… Come along with friends and family and enjoy a day packed full with festive shopping. With gifts for all ages there really is something for everyone. Even your pet!