# The Bishop's Palace Christmas Artisan Market 2026

> The Bishop's Palace Christmas Artisan Market runs 14 to 15 November 2026 in Wells. Opening times, where it is and entry cost, checked against the venue on 11 October 2026.

Source: https://bestchristmasmarkets.co.uk/markets/wells-bishops-palace/

Wells, [Somerset](https://bestchristmasmarkets.co.uk/areas/somerset/)

Runs Saturday 14 November to Sunday 15 November 2026

| Dates | Saturday 14 November to Sunday 15 November 2026 (2 open days) |
| --- | --- |
| Days Closed | None listed: open every day of its run |
| Opening Times | Saturday and Sunday: **10am to 4pm** |
| Where | Inside the Bishop's Palace and its grounds, with a food and drink marquee BA5 2PD [Open in Maps](https://www.google.com/maps/search/?api=1&query=51.209,-2.6424) |
| Entry | Ticket needed: £9, or £7.50 for entry after 14:00 (2026) |
| Organiser | The Bishop's Palace. [Official page](https://bishopspalace.org.uk/event/christmas-artisan-market/) |

## Checked Against the Source

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

- [The Bishop's Palace, Wells](https://bishopspalace.org.uk/event/christmas-artisan-market/), checked 11 October 2026

Organisers sometimes change hours or close early in bad weather. On the day, check the [official page](https://bishopspalace.org.uk/event/christmas-artisan-market/). Spotted something out of date? [Tell us](https://bestchristmasmarkets.co.uk/contact/).

## The Bishop's Palace Christmas Artisan Market: Quick Answers

### When does The Bishop's Palace Christmas Artisan Market start in 2026?

It opens on Saturday 14 November 2026.

### When does The Bishop's Palace Christmas Artisan Market end?

The last day is Sunday 15 November 2026.

### What time does The Bishop's Palace Christmas Artisan Market open and close?

Saturday and Sunday 10am to 4pm.

### Is The Bishop's Palace Christmas Artisan Market open every day?

Yes. The organiser lists no closed days between 14 Nov and 15 Nov.

### Is The Bishop's Palace Christmas Artisan Market free to enter?

No. Ticket needed: £9, or £7.50 for entry after 14:00 (2026).

### Where is The Bishop's Palace Christmas Artisan Market?

Inside the Bishop's Palace and its grounds, with a food and drink marquee, Wells BA5 2PD.

## About The Bishop's Palace Christmas Artisan Market

Around 70 local makers and food and drink producers sell inside the medieval palace over one weekend in mid November.

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## Where Is The Bishop's Palace Christmas Artisan Market?

Inside the Bishop's Palace and its grounds, with a food and drink marquee, Wells BA5 2PD. The other dots are nearby markets.

## Where to Stay Near The Bishop's Palace Christmas Artisan Market

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