The Bowes Museum Winter Market

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The Bowes Museum is delighted to announce the return of its much-loved Winter Market, taking place from Friday 12 to Sunday 14 December 2025. Each year, this festive highlight transforms the museum and its grounds into a seasonal wonderland, with over 100 artists, designers, makers and food and drink stall holders.

This event encourages visitors to support both local and regional stallholders selling a wide variety of unique products, perfect for festive gifts. Artists, designers and makers showcase everything from fine jewellery, handmade decorations and ceramics to textiles, original artwork, candles and skincare. Food and drink stalls offer delicious street food, sweet treats, locally brewed beers and soothing hot drinks. With such a wide choice, there’s sure to be a special gift for everyone.

Alongside the market, visitors can enjoy free entry to the museum’s galleries and exhibitions, making it the perfect festive day out for families, friends and shoppers alike. The event also offers a lively programme of activities, including artist-led workshops inspired by the season and performances by carollers. Bisque pottery workshops in association with Mud & More are taking place across the weekend in the Pippa Hale: Pet Project exhibition space.