Christmas Markets Near Exeter 2026
7 Christmas markets within 25 miles of Exeter city centre, nearest first, one of them in the city itself. All have 2026 dates confirmed by their organisers.
None open this weekend (17 and 18 October 2026). Next to open: Exeter Cathedral Christmas Market, on Friday 13 November 2026.
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2026 Dates, Nearest to Exeter First
| Market and Distance From Exeter | Dates | Days Closed | Entry |
|---|---|---|---|
| Exeter Cathedral Christmas Market Exeter city centre | 13 Nov to 13 Dec 2026 | Open every day of its run | Free |
| Newton Abbot Christmas Fayre Newton Abbot, 13 miles south | 28 Nov 2026 | One day only | Free |
| Bridwell Christmas Makers Festival Uffculme, 14 miles north-east | 14 to 15 Nov 2026 | Open every day of its run | Ticket |
| Torre Abbey Christmas Market (Bay of Lights) Torquay, 18 miles south | 28 Nov to 20 Dec 2026 | Open Wednesdays, Thursdays, Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays only. Closed Mondays and Tuesdays | Free |
| Buckfast Abbey Christmas Market Buckfastleigh, 19 miles south-west | 26 to 28 Nov 2026 | Open every day of its run | Ticket |
| Dartington Christmas Makers Fayre Dartington, 20 miles south | 4 to 6 Dec 2026 | Open every day of its run | Free |
| Totnes Christmas Markets and Late Night Shopping Totnes, 21 miles south | 8 to 22 Dec 2026 | Open Tuesdays only | Free |
Distances are in a straight line from the centre of Exeter, so the journey by road or rail is longer.
Further From Exeter, and Popular
The most searched Christmas markets between 25 and 60 miles away.
Cardiff Christmas Market
Cardiff
12 Nov to 23 Dec 2026
54 miles north of Exeter
Plymouth Christmas Market
Plymouth, Devon
26 Nov to 20 Dec 2026
36 miles south-west of Exeter
Wells Christmas Market
Wells, Somerset
12 to 13 Dec 2026
51 miles north-east of Exeter
Questions About Christmas Markets Near Exeter
What is the nearest Christmas market to Exeter?
Exeter Cathedral Christmas Market is in the city centre (13 Nov to 13 Dec 2026). The nearest outside the city is Newton Abbot Christmas Fayre in Newton Abbot, 13 miles south.
Which is the biggest Christmas market near Exeter?
Going by how many people in the UK search for each one, it is Exeter Cathedral Christmas Market (city centre), followed by Totnes Christmas Markets and Late Night Shopping (21 miles south).
When do Christmas markets near Exeter start in 2026?
The first to open is Exeter Cathedral Christmas Market, on Friday 13 November 2026. The last to close is Totnes Christmas Markets and Late Night Shopping, on Tuesday 22 December 2026.
Which Christmas markets near Exeter charge for entry?
Bridwell Christmas Makers Festival and Buckfast Abbey Christmas Market need a ticket or paid entry. Each market's page gives the price where the organiser has published it.
Other cities nearby: Plymouth. All of the South West. Not starting from the centre of Exeter? Find the markets nearest your postcode. How we check dates.