# Calke Abbey Christmas Market 2026

> Curly Magpie Christmas Markets at Calke runs 27 November to 23 December 2026 in Ticknall. Opening times, where it is and entry cost, checked against the venue on 15 October 2026.

Source: https://bestchristmasmarkets.co.uk/markets/calke-abbey/

Ticknall, [Derbyshire](https://bestchristmasmarkets.co.uk/areas/derbyshire/)

Official name: Curly Magpie Christmas Markets at Calke

Runs Friday 27 November to Wednesday 23 December 2026

| Dates | Friday 27 November to Wednesday 23 December 2026 (27 open days) |
| --- | --- |
| Days Closed | None listed: open every day of its run |
| Opening Times | Daily: **10am to 4pm** |
| Where | The Riding School at Calke Abbey, a National Trust house near Ticknall DE73 7JF [Open in Maps](https://www.google.com/maps/search/?api=1&query=52.7997,-1.4559) |
| Entry | Ticket needed. The market is free but normal admission to Calke applies |
| Organiser | Curly Magpie, at Calke Abbey (National Trust). [Official page](https://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/visit/peak-district-derbyshire/calke-abbey/events/ea6777f1-ebb3-40ec-9a7c-9524977584c7) |

## Checked Against the Source

These dates and times come from the venue's own page, not from another guide.

- [National Trust (Calke Abbey)](https://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/visit/peak-district-derbyshire/calke-abbey/events/ea6777f1-ebb3-40ec-9a7c-9524977584c7), checked 15 October 2026

Organisers sometimes change hours or close early in bad weather. On the day, check the [official page](https://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/visit/peak-district-derbyshire/calke-abbey/events/ea6777f1-ebb3-40ec-9a7c-9524977584c7). Spotted something out of date? [Tell us](https://bestchristmasmarkets.co.uk/contact/).

## Curly Magpie Christmas Markets at Calke: Quick Answers

### When does Curly Magpie Christmas Markets at Calke start in 2026?

It opens on Friday 27 November 2026.

### When does Curly Magpie Christmas Markets at Calke end?

The last day is Wednesday 23 December 2026.

### What time does Curly Magpie Christmas Markets at Calke open and close?

Daily 10am to 4pm.

### Is Curly Magpie Christmas Markets at Calke open every day?

Yes. The organiser lists no closed days between 27 Nov and 23 Dec.

### Is Curly Magpie Christmas Markets at Calke free to enter?

No. Ticket needed. The market is free but normal admission to Calke applies.

### Where is Curly Magpie Christmas Markets at Calke?

The Riding School at Calke Abbey, a National Trust house near Ticknall, Ticknall DE73 7JF.

## About Curly Magpie Christmas Markets at Calke

A market of handmade artisan gifts and local food and drink in Calke Abbey's Riding School, open every day from late November to just before Christmas, with makers changing through the month.

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## Where Is Curly Magpie Christmas Markets at Calke?

The Riding School at Calke Abbey, a National Trust house near Ticknall, Ticknall DE73 7JF. The other dots are nearby markets.

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