From quaint villages to buzzy cities, many of our Landmarks are top spots at which to indulge in many people's favourite Yuletide pastime - the Christmas market. Here are a few of our favourites.
Leeds, 22 Nov - 22 December 2024
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Leeds gets Christmassy from the 22 November, when its German-inspired Christkindelmarkt returns to the city. Featuring around 70 traditional stalls, a special weekend artisan market, festi ve treats, pop-up performances and an ice skating rink, the markets run unti la few days before Christmas.
Just half an hour from Leeds city centre by bus, or 20 minutes in the car, Calverley Old Hall has availability throughout December for group festive breaks. Slightly further afield, Beamsley Hospital is under an hour from Leeds. Close to Harewood House and the historic spa town of Harrogate, it has good availability throughout November and December.
Richmond, North Yorkshire – 3 December
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Food, craft s and Christmas gift s will be sold throughout this prett y North Yorkshire market town, and its eponymous castle, theatreand museum are all well worth a visit too.
Survey the Christmas market from the top of Richmond’s Culloden Tower, available 29 November - 2 December for £864.
Chipping Campden, Gloucestershire - 7 December 2024
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Experience a Cotswolds Christmas in the picture-perfect Chipping Campden. Sample woodfired pizza, curry, beer and mulled wine from 40 stalls stretching from the town square to the high street. The event also includes the lighting of the Chipping Campden Christmas tree.
The West Banqueting House in Chipping Campden is available 6-9 December for £879.
Bath, 28 November - 15 December 2024
The historic streets of Bath are transformed in the lead-up to Christmas as the Bath Christmas Market springs up in and around the city’s most iconic monuments. Featuring more than 200 festive chalet stalls selling gifts, mulled wine, hot food and more, as well as enchanting light displays and live music, it’s a magical time to visit the city.
At the twinkling heart of Bath, Marshal Wade's House has availability this December (4 nights from £980).
York, 14 November - 22 December 2024
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York is a special place to visit at any time of year, but the enchantment ramps up around Christmas when the city’s narrow medieval streets are decked in all things twinkly. More than 70 alpine chalets will be selling an array of local crafts, artisan products, and delicious seasonal treats, while the majestic York Minster also has a programme of festive-themed events.
Medieval Cawood Castle is around 30 minutes' from York and has availability in November and December.