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Christmas Markets

Treat yourself or pick up that special gift at one of the county's many Christmas markets and fayres.

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  1. Four friends enjoying festive drinks at The Bowes Museum Winter Market. ©TheBowesMuseum

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    The Bowes Museum Winter Market

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    Christmas and New Year

    Barnard Castle

    The galleries and grounds of the French styled Museum in Barnard Castle are once again set to come alive with the sights, sounds and smells of the season as the highly anticipated annual Winter Market returns from Friday 12th  December until Sunday…

    Dates

    From:
    12 Dec 2025to14 Dec 2025Open 10:00 - 16:00
    More info for The Bowes Museum Winter Market
  2. Christmas Town at Bishop Auckland photo by Liam Dobinson

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    Bishop Auckland's Christmas Town

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    Type:

    Christmas and New Year

    Bishop Auckland

    Step into a world of festive wonder at Bishop Auckland’s Christmas Town, 4-7 December 2025! Join us for four unforgettable days filled with twinkling lights, enchanting markets, live entertainment, and the magic of Santa’s Grotto.

    Dates

    From:
    4 Dec 2025to7 Dec 2025
    More info for Bishop Auckland's Christmas Town
  3. Brancepeth Castle Christmas Craft Fair 2025.  Crowds of people attending a craft fair at Brancepeth Castle.

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    Brancepeth Castle Christmas Craft Fair 2025

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    Type:

    Christmas and New Year

    Brancepeth, Durham

    Over 70 separate stalls of different and amazing crafts will be displayed for sale in Brancepeth Castle from all over the North.

    Dates

    From:
    28 Nov 2025to30 Nov 2025Various Opening Times
    More info for Brancepeth Castle Christmas Craft Fair 2025
  4. Winter Artisan Market at Dalton Park

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    Winter Artisan Market at Dalton Park

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    Type:

    Christmas Markets

    Murton

    Join us for our much-anticipated Winter Artisan Market on Sunday 9th November. Embrace the spirit of change as we welcome the colder months, celebrating the warmth and creativity of our independent North East traders.

    Dates

    From:
    9 Nov 2025Open 10:30 -
    More info for Winter Artisan Market at Dalton Park
  5. Visitors enjoying browsing stalls at South Causey Inn's Christmas market.

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    Christmas Markets at South Causey Inn

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    Type:

    Christmas and New Year

    Stanley

    Get ready to step into a festive wonderland at South Causey Inn's FREE Christmas Markets! This December, skip the crowded high streets and shop local for unique, handcrafted gifts, festive treats, and beautiful treasures — all in the cosy, twinkling…

    Dates

    From:
    25 Nov 2025to16 Dec 2025Various Opening Times
    More info for Christmas Markets at South Causey Inn
  6. Christmas Special Fayre - Snowy image of Redworth Hall.

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    Christmas Wellbeing Fayre - Redworth Hall Hotel

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    Type:

    Christmas Markets

    Newton Aycliffe

    Christmas Wellbeing Fayre & Local Makers Market.

    Dates

    From:
    16 Nov 2025Open 12:00 - 18:00
    More info for Christmas Wellbeing Fayre - Redworth Hall Hotel
  7. Lanchester Christmas Market - 6th December, 11am - 3pm. Poster decorated with Christmas decorations.

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    Lanchester Christmas Market at The King's Head

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    Type:

    Christmas Markets

    Lanchester, Durham

    The Lanchester Christmas Market is back!

    Dates

    From:
    6 Dec 2025Open 11:00 - 15:00
    More info for Lanchester Christmas Market at The King's Head
  8. Bowburn Hall Hotel Christmas Market - poster bordered with fairy lights and festive decorations.

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    Bowburn Hall Twilight Christmas

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    Type:

    Christmas and New Year

    Durham

    Come and join for an evening of festive shopping at the beautiful Bowburn Hall Hotel. With plenty of stalls food and drinks.

    Dates

    From:
    20 Nov 2025Open 17:00 - 21:00
    More info for Bowburn Hall Twilight Christmas
  9. The Craft & Producers' Marquee at Durham Christmas Festival

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    Durham Christmas Festival

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    Type:

    Christmas and New Year

    Durham Market Place, Durham City

    Durham Christmas Festival returns – the perfect combination of Christmas shopping and seasonal entertainment in the unique and stunning setting that is Durham City Centre.

    Dates

    From:
    5 Dec 2025to7 Dec 2025Various Opening Times
    More info for Durham Christmas Festival
  10. Mother and baby looking at baubles at the Christmas Market, Lumley Castle.

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    Christmas Market - Lumley Castle Hotel

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    Type:

    Christmas Markets

    Chester le Street

    Celebrate the season with festive stalls, live music, and the cosy aroma of delicious food and drinks. Enjoy mulled wine, sweet treats, and holiday cheer as local musicians bring the magic of Christmas to life!

    Dates

    From:
    7 Dec 2025Open 11:00 - 15:00
    From:
    17 Dec 2025Open 18:00 - 21:00
    More info for Christmas Market - Lumley Castle Hotel
  11. Black Horse Beamish Market

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    Christmas Market

    Type

    Type:

    Christmas Markets

    Beamish

    Browse a charming selection of unique gifts and seasonal delights - perfect for ticking off your Christmas list in style.

    Dates

    From:
    6 Dec 2025Open 12:00 - 16:00
    More info for Christmas Market
  12. Crowds of people attending the Christmas Gift Fair at Ushaw

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    Christmas Gift Fair

    Type

    Type:

    Christmas and New Year

    Durham

    We’re excited to welcome you to Ushaw for a two-day celebration of beautiful festive gift inspiration from 10am to 4pm on Saturday 8 & Sunday 9 November – the perfect way to start your Christmas season!

    Dates

    From:
    8 Nov 2025to9 Nov 2025Open 10:00 - 16:00
    More info for Christmas Gift Fair
  13. images of the lord crewe, dusted in snow, 3 beeswax candes and a christmas wreath in burgundy and green

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    Blanchland Artisan Christmas Makers Market

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    Type:

    Christmas Markets

    Blanchland, Consett

    Discover the magic of the holiday season at the enchanting Christmas Artisan Market in Blanchland.

    Dates

    From:
    22 Nov 2025to23 Nov 2025Open 11:00 - 16:00
    More info for Blanchland Artisan Christmas Makers Market
  14. Market stalls at Raby Castle.

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    Christmas Market 2025

    Type

    Type:

    Christmas Markets

    Staindrop

    Three Magical Days of Festive Shopping, Eating and Cheer.

    Dates

    From:
    28 Nov 2025to30 Nov 2025
    More info for Christmas Market 2025
  15. Wynyard Hall on a snowy day.

    Wynyard Hall Christmas Fayre

    Type

    Type:

    Christmas Markets

    Wynyard

    Wynyard Hall's famous Christmas Fair is back this November! 

    Dates

    From:
    21 Nov 2025to23 Nov 2025Open 10:00 -
    More info for Wynyard Hall Christmas Fayre
  16. Ramside Hall Christmas Market Sunday 30th November 11am - 4pm. £2 per person. Poster decorated with red baubles.

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    Ramside Hall Christmas Market

    Type

    Type:

    Christmas Markets

    Durham

    GNB Christmas Market Ramside Hall. We welcome you again for a second year running at the amazing venue Ramside Hall.

    Dates

    From:
    30 Nov 2025Open 11:00 - 16:00
    More info for Ramside Hall Christmas Market
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