Bewdley Christmas Lights Switch-On and Festive Market 2026

One day only: Saturday 21 November 2026

Dates	Saturday 21 November 2026
Opening Times	Saturday: 11am to 7pm The market opens at 11:00; the wider event runs from midday to 19:00 and the lights are switched on at 17:30. No separate closing time is given for the stalls.
Where	Load Street in the town centre, with a funfair on Load Street car park DY12 2AF Open in Maps
Entry	Free parking at The Bewdley School and Hopley's Family Camping with a free shuttle bus into town
Organiser	Bewdley Town Council. Official page

Bewdley Christmas Lights Switch-On and Festive Market: Quick Answers

When is Bewdley Christmas Lights Switch-On and Festive Market in 2026?

It is on Saturday 21 November 2026, for one day only.

What time does Bewdley Christmas Lights Switch-On and Festive Market open and close?

Saturday 11am to 7pm. The market opens at 11:00; the wider event runs from midday to 19:00 and the lights are switched on at 17:30. No separate closing time is given for the stalls.

Is Bewdley Christmas Lights Switch-On and Festive Market free to enter?

Yes. Free parking at The Bewdley School and Hopley's Family Camping with a free shuttle bus into town.

Where is Bewdley Christmas Lights Switch-On and Festive Market?

Load Street in the town centre, with a funfair on Load Street car park, Bewdley DY12 2AF.

About Bewdley Christmas Lights Switch-On and Festive Market

The town's one-day Christmas event: a street market of food, craft and gift stalls in Load Street, a funfair, a Father Christmas grotto and live music, ending with the lights switch-on at 5.30pm.

Where Is Bewdley Christmas Lights Switch-On and Festive Market?

Load Street in the town centre, with a funfair on Load Street car park, Bewdley DY12 2AF. The other dots are nearby markets.

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Santa's Grotto at Bewdley Christmas Lights Switch-On and Festive Market

Called	Father Christmas grotto
When	21 Nov 2026. Saturday 21 November only Midday to 4.45pm
Where	Behind the Kemp Hospice shop
Price	No charge is mentioned; children are offered a toy or a festive treat on the way out

The way in is through a Narnia-themed wardrobe with fur coats to try on and a photo with Aslan the lion, and there is a sleigh and reindeer display for family photos.

Visits to Santa at the bigger markets sell out weeks ahead, and times change. Check the organiser's page before you promise anyone.

Source: Bewdley Town Council, checked 12 October 2026. All markets with a grotto.

Where to Stay Near Bewdley Christmas Lights Switch-On and Festive Market

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