Christmas Markets Near London 2026

50 Christmas markets near London, 45 with 2026 dates confirmed by their organisers. The first to open is Craft in Focus at RHS Garden Wisley, on Wednesday 4 November; the last to close is Reading's Christmas Market on Broad Street, on Sunday 3 January 2027.

Markets outside London but within 50 miles of Charing Cross in a straight line, nearest first. For markets in the capital itself, see the London page.

None open this weekend (17 and 18 October 2026). Next to open: Craft in Focus at RHS Garden Wisley, on Wednesday 4 November 2026.

2026 Dates, Nearest First

Dates Not Yet Announced

• Chelmsford Christmas Market
• Henley Christmas Market
• Leeds Castle Christmas Market
• Brighton Christmas Market
• Arundel by Candlelight

Questions About Christmas Markets Near London

Which is the biggest Christmas market near London?

Going by how many people in the UK search for each one, it is Rochester Christmas Market (27 Nov to 13 Dec 2026), followed by Christmas in Cambridge.

When do Christmas markets near London start in 2026?

The first is Craft in Focus at RHS Garden Wisley, which opens on Wednesday 4 November 2026. The last to close is Reading's Christmas Market on Broad Street, on Sunday 3 January 2027.

Which Christmas markets near London charge for entry?

Craft in Focus at RHS Garden Wisley, Hever Christmas Fair, Knebworth Christmas Fair, Guildford Cathedral Christmas Fair, Essex County Christmas Fair at Boreham House, Kent Festive Gift and Food Show, Farnham Maltings Christmas Fair, Ramster Christmas Market, Artists & Makers Fair at The Dairy, Waddesdon Manor and Weald & Downland Living Museum Christmas Market need a ticket or paid entry. Each market's page gives the price where the organiser has published it.

More in South East: Berkshire, Buckinghamshire, East Sussex, Hampshire, Isle of Wight, Kent, Oxfordshire, Surrey, West Sussex, Sussex. Or find the markets nearest your postcode. How we check dates.