Hertford Castle Christmas Market 2026

Runs Friday 27 November to Sunday 29 November 2026

Dates	Friday 27 November to Sunday 29 November 2026 (3 open days)
Days Closed	None listed: open every day of its run
Opening Times	Friday 27 November: 3.30pm to 8pm Saturday 28 November: 11am to 6pm Sunday 29 November: 11am to 5pm On the Friday the Hertford Town Christmas Gala also fills the town centre streets with stalls from 15:00, with the lights switched on at 18:00
Where	The grounds of Hertford Castle, reached on foot from Castle Street, The Wash or St Andrew Street car park SG14 1HR Open in Maps
Entry	No ticket is mentioned on the official page
Organiser	Hertford Town Council. Official page

Hertford Castle Christmas Market: Quick Answers

When does Hertford Castle Christmas Market start in 2026?

It opens on Friday 27 November 2026.

When does Hertford Castle Christmas Market end?

The last day is Sunday 29 November 2026.

What time does Hertford Castle Christmas Market open and close?

Friday 27 November 3.30pm to 8pm; Saturday 28 November 11am to 6pm; Sunday 29 November 11am to 5pm. On the Friday the Hertford Town Christmas Gala also fills the town centre streets with stalls from 15:00, with the lights switched on at 18:00.

Is Hertford Castle Christmas Market open every day?

Yes. The organiser lists no closed days between 27 Nov and 29 Nov.

Where is Hertford Castle Christmas Market?

The grounds of Hertford Castle, reached on foot from Castle Street, The Wash or St Andrew Street car park, Hertford SG14 1HR.

About Hertford Castle Christmas Market

A three-day market of craft, gift, homeware and jewellery stalls in the castle grounds. It opens on the same Friday as the town's Christmas Gala, a street event with more stalls and the lights switch-on.

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Where Is Hertford Castle Christmas Market?

The grounds of Hertford Castle, reached on foot from Castle Street, The Wash or St Andrew Street car park, Hertford SG14 1HR. The other dots are nearby markets.

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Where to Stay Near Hertford Castle Christmas Market

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