With Christmas fast approaching, over the coming few weeks there are numerous markets and events taking place across South Devon, making this Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty the perfect holiday destination for a last minute Christmas shopping break! Best England Christmas Markets
Planning a getaway with friends or your loved one over the coming weeks? Here are just some of the best Christmas markets in the area that are well worth visiting this December. Best Christmas Markets in England
Kingsbridge Celebrates Christmas
Taking place in the traditional market town of Kingsbridge on Saturday 5th December, this annual event is now in its 8th year and includes a host of street stalls selling everything from edible festive themed treats to keepsakes and unusual gifts. Best Christmas Markets in the UK
There will also be musical performances throughout the day, family friendly street entertainment and an appearance from Santa on his sleigh! Come along and buy some presents for family or friends, or simply soak up the atmosphere whilst sampling a mince pie and some mulled wine… surely one of the best Christmas markets in the region, ideal for getting you in to the festive spirit!
St Nicks Fair is also taking place that day at Kingsbridge Community College – one of the best Christmas markets for picking up extra special handmade gifts. Make the most of your trip to Kingsbridge and visit both events.
Stay: in one of the fabulous self catering holiday properties nearby, perfect for a pre-Christmas shopping break. Available with Coast and Country, Blackbird Barn is a delightful base sleeping up to four people, in a picturesque rural hamlet within easy reach of Salcombe, Dartmouth and Kingsbridge, as well as Dartmoor National Park.
Intersperse your shopping trips with long walks along the nearby riverside or on rugged Dartmoor. Prices start from £304 for a three night Coast and Country short break.
Christmas Barrow Market, Near Bigbury
On Saturday 12th December visit the charity Christmas Barrow Market at The Oyster Shack, near Bigbury! Expect wheel barrows full of festive, handmade gifts from local artists and craftsmen. Best UK Christmas Markets
One of the best Christmas markets for those looking to pick up everything in one place, you can also buy your Christmas trees, enjoy a glass of mulled wine, and for foodies, there will be the opportunity to watch live cookery demonstrations from The Oyster Shack head chef.
Stay: with Coast and Country at the nearby dog friendly property Martin Cottage. Situated a short five minute drive from The Oyster Shack, and within easy reach of the beaches at Bigbury and Bantham, this is a wonderful bolthole for a getaway near the sea, before the busy festive season.
Spend exhilarating days exploring the coast and country, before returning to Martin Cottage for a relaxing evening beside the wood burner. Prices for a three night short break start from £447 (sleeps 6).
Totnes Night Market
Capturing the true spirit of Christmas, throughout December there are three night markets in the fascinating town of Totnes. Taking place on Tuesday 8th, 15th and 22th December, these fabulous 3 events offer a diverse and eclectic mix of Christmas stalls. Markets in England at Christmas
One of the best Christmas markets in the region, people travel from miles around to find unique presents, enjoy the performances from local schools, musical recitals, and beautiful lantern parades. UK Christmas markets
There will also be a Santa’s Grotto, and numerous food stalls – don’t worry about eating dinner before you come! Christmas markets UK
Stay: at the luxury holiday property Jack’s Cottage. This is just a 10 minute drive from Totnes, and is within easy reach of both the South Devon coast and country – a fabulous VisitEngland Five Star awarded holiday cottage for exploring this Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. Boasting a wood burner, guests can relax in the warmth, after enjoying the delights on the Totnes Christmas market. Coast and Country short break prices at Jack’s Cottage start from £377 this December (sleeps 4).
Kingsbridge Farmers Market
Looking for locally grown and reared produce to make the ultimate Christmas dinner this year? One of the best Christmas markets for picking up all the food for your festive feast, the Kingsbridge Farmers Market takes place on 19th December. When are the Christmas Markets in England?
Buy all your vegetables, sausages, eggs and various other produce required, as well as a Christmas wreath or table decoration, to make your house look extra festive this year! When are the Christmas markets in Devon?
Stay: at 13 Crabshell Heights, a short walk along the quayside from the Kingsbridge market square. With views over both the South Devon coast and country, best enjoyed from the balcony, this is a wonderful apartment for those looking to relax in beautiful surroundings before the Christmas week. Coast and Country short break prices start from £403 this December (sleeps 6).
For more of an insight into the South Devon coast and country, and for ideas on activities you can enjoy when holidaying in the region, watch this excellent video #7daysinSouthDevon. Are there Christmas markets in Devon?
Interested in visiting the best Christmas markets in South Devon this December? Coast and Country have a fabulous range of self catering holiday properties, perfect for a pre-Christmas getaway this winter!
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Photo credits: Featured photo by Kevin Dooley. Handmade gifts courtesy of Coast and Country. Girl drinking at Christmas Market by Mike Kniec.
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Thank you for this informative post. I especially like the Kingsbridge Farmers Market since I love organic and fresh produce!
Kingsbridge is a great one for organic, fresh produce. Can pick up all the ingredients you need for a fabulous Christmas lunch! Happy holidays :)
I have always thought of Devon as a summer destination, it never occurred to me it would be so nice this time of the year! I’d love to visit the night market in Totnes: too late for me to go this year, but maybe next: it’s a short hop from here,now that I know about it :-) Thank you for sharing!
Never too early to start making plans for next year! Glad we could inspire you to want to visit during winter also – Christmas markets are so much fun!
Devon is an area we missed in our tour of the UK in 2014 and 2015. And our timeshare has a property there so we are sure to go back. And Christmas time sounds like as good as summertime!
Sounds like the perfect excuse for a return trip – especially if you have a timeshare there. Merry Christmas Carol!
Great Christmas markets, I used to love visiting Christmas markets when I lived in Europe, now I live in Australia I really miss them. I didn’t realise there were so many around England, maybe it’s time to start planning a Christmas back in England….
Christmas markets across Europe are an amazing way to spend the holidays – and they truly put on some of the best! But England puts on some pretty great markets too.
Enjoy a wonderful summer Christmas in Aus this year and then maybe next year you can swap it for a white one :D! Happy holidays :)
I’m a west country girl so this post is really useful! I like the sound of the Bigbury market the best as its got a more christmassy local feel with arts and crafts – I love my arts and crafts!
For arts and crafts Bigbury is definitely your scene! It’s coming up on the 12th if you’re able to make the trip :)
Merry Christmas!