Canterbury Christmas Market
When: Thu 12 Nov – Thu 24 Dec 2026 Opens in 33 days
Daily for 43 days; closes 4pm on Christmas Eve
Canterbury, Kent
Winchester Cathedral Christmas Market
Friday 20 November – Tuesday 22 December 2026 Opens in 41 days
Open daily for 33 days
Fri–Sat 10am–8pm; Sun–Thu 10am–6pm (2026)
Inner and Outer Close, Winchester Cathedral, Winchester, Hampshire · South East England
A large German-inspired market of wooden chalets in the grounds of Winchester Cathedral, running for about five weeks before Christmas.
Winchester Cathedral's Christmas market fills the cathedral's Inner and Outer Close with wooden chalets in the style of a traditional German Christmas market. For 2026 the cathedral plans 128 chalets, including a Makers' Market for skilled local craftspeople, a food court, a nativity scene and an interactive area, and it says the market draws more than 110,000 visitors a year.
Traders are selected for quality gifts not found on the high street, with a focus on local, sustainable and artisan products. Entry is free with no booking needed, and visitors can combine the market with Advent services, concerts and visits inside the cathedral.
The cathedral advises that weekends get very busy, so if you are bringing a dog, pushchair or wheelchair, a weekday visit is more comfortable. Coach groups must book a free arrival slot, and park and ride is available south of the city.
Dates by season
| Season | Dates | Status |
|---|---|---|
| 2026–27 | Fri 20 Nov – Tue 22 Dec 2026Open daily for 33 days | Coming up Add to calendar (Fri 20 Nov – Tue 22 Dec 2026) |
| 2025–26 | Fri 21 Nov – Mon 22 Dec 2025 | Held |
Dates are taken from the market’s own website or official announcements and were last checked on 6 October 2026. Plans can change, so please check with the organiser before you travel. Spotted a change? Tell us.
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