With Christmas almost upon us once again, we’ve hand picked some of the best Christmas markets in Suffolk.
From wonderful artisan gifts to beautiful traditional music in unique venues, something for everyone and a great day out for the family to get into the festive spirit.
1. Stonham Barns Christmas Craft Market
Start your Christmas shopping early at Stonham Barns Park Annual Christmas Craft Market and see what special gifts you can find for your family and friends. Stalls with hand-made locally produced gifts that you will not find on the High Street. Mulled Wine, Minced Pies and other Christmas goodies available to purchase. Santa’s Grotto and other entertainment for the children.
Address: Stonham Barns, Stonham IP14 6AT
Dates: Saturday and Sunday 23 – 24 November and 30 November – 1 December 2024.
Entry: FREE (charge for Santa’s Grotto.)
2. Bury St. Edmunds Christmas Market
St Edmundsbury Cathedral opens its doors for its annual Christmas Market.
60-plus stallholders from Suffolk and beyond will showcase their products – a perfect place to find your Christmas gifts and to shop local. With everything from books and jewellery to gin and clothing, there will be something of interest for everyone, including stalls offering customisation of items there and then!
You’ll get the chance to browse stalls while also taking in the beautiful setting of the 16th century Cathedral. In addition to the shopping experience, there will be daily entertainment for visitors including carols and live music.
Address: Bury St. Edmunds Cathedral and the square that surrounds it
Date: 28 – 30 November 2024, 10am – 4.30pm
3. Suffolk Farmer’s Christmas Market, Trinity Park
Festive food is the centrepiece to this annual event. Local producers and suppliers of bread and bakery items, locally reared meats, and local sourced pantry goodies. And a wide selection of gifts and presents from local businesses. Plenty to eat and drink to keep you fortified as you shop.
Address: Trinity Park, Felixstowe Road, Ipswich
Date: Saturday 30 November 2024. 10am – 2pm
Entry free
Dogs welcome!
4. Suffolk County Christmas Fair, Hintlesham Hall, Ipswich
Your Christmas shopping all wrapped up at the Suffolk County Christmas Fair in the beautiful grounds of Hintlesham Hall, Ipswich. Over 3 days, over 120 stalls to choose festive produce or gifts and presents, live entertainment throughout, and food and drink.
Address: Hintlesham Hall, Hintlesham
Dates: Friday 22 November, 2pm – 8pm, Saturday 23 November – 10am – 6pm, Sunday 24 November – 10am – 5pm
Advance booking advised.
5. Lavenham Christmas Market
In the beautiful, historic market town of Lavenham, the annual Christmas Market takes place over two days in the Village Hall. Over 40 stalls showcasing the best of Suffolk produce and gifts. Lavenham Farmers Market joins in on the Saturday for the best festive food shopping.
Address: Lavenham Village Hall, CO10 9QT
Dates: 23 – 24 November 2023, 9am-3pm.
Entry: FREE
6. Newmarket Christmas Makers Market
Embrace the magic of Christmas!
Find one-of-a-kind gifts for your loved ones at the Christmas makers market located in the heart of this famous West Suffolk town, from cards and candles to personalised goods and sweet treats, there will be plenty to help with those last minute stocking filler dilemmas!
Support local businesses and speak to talented traders about your favourite products.
Address: Market Square Car Park in Newmarket
Date: 14th December
Time: 9am to 3pm
7. Clare Christmas Fair
The Christmas Fair has become a successful and much-loved local event over the last few years, growing in size and reputation and bringing in visitors from far and wide.
With around 70 exhibitors in the Parish Church and the Town Hall, you will find a wealth of ideas for your Christmas shopping. These range from decorative ceramics, glass, artworks, floristry and children’s books and games to festive fare and drinks, natural soaps, jewellery and accessories, plus many lovely crafted items from our talented and creative stall holders.
Address: St Peter and St Paul’s Church, Clare CO10 8NY.
Dates: 29th and 30th November
We are local through and through, and can recommend many fantastic Festive events near all of our properties in our portfolio. Do get in touch with the team to discuss where you would like to stay in Suffolk, and we can tailor your stay with a perfect Holiday Season itinerary!
Image credits: © Suffolk Farmers Markets | © Prestige Events Santa at Hintlesham Hall | All other images are our own.
