Chrismas Markets in the UK!
Having told you about the Christmas markets in Germany in my last post, I thought I would find out about some of the markets taking place in the UK this Christmas season...Should you not be able to make it to Germany this year, this might be an attractive alternative!
I will definitely be found in Southampton next weekend (details below) - since the Christmas season is upon us, I really feel the need to have some roasted chestnuts and, most important, a mug of Glühwein (or two.... or three....).HAPPY CHRISTMAS SHOPPING!!
Here is a selection of some of the best of the UK's festive markets:
BATH CHRISTMAS MARKET
Bath Abbey and Roman baths provide the backdrop for 123 stalls with independent retailers, handcrafted goods, decorations, cards and toys.
Dates: Open from Thursday November 30 until Sunday December 10.
Times: Nov 30, Dec 1, Dec 2, 10am to 9pm. Dec 3, Dec 4, Dec 5, Dec 6, 11am to 7pm. Dec 7, Dec 8, Dec 9, 10am to 9pm. Dec 10, 11am to 7pm.
Cost: Free to enter.
Website: www.bathcristmasmarket.co.uk Event Address: York Street, Bath, Avon.
SOUTHAMPTON GERMAN MARKET
Traditional German market offering German food, drink and hand-made goods.
Dates: Open until Saturday December 23.
Time: Open until 6pm in November and until 8pm in December. Cost: Free to enter.
Website: www.visit-southampton.co.uk
Event Address: Above Bar Precinct, Southampton town centre, SO14.
CARDIFF CASTLE VICTORIAN CHRISTMAS TOUR
A candlelight tour of the castle and the opportunity to meet Father Christmas for photographs and gifts for children. Carol singers, mulled wine and mince pies available. Dates: Saturday December 9 to Tuesday December 12 and then Sunday December 17 to Tuesday December 19.
Time: Days listed above from 4.45pm.
Cost: Tickets must be purchased in advance: Adults £9, under 18s £6.
Website: www.cardiffcastle.com
Event Address: Cardiff Castle, Cardiff city centre, Cardiff.
LUDLOW MEDIEVAL FAYRE
Set in Ludlow Castle, jugglers, jesters and entertainers in medieval costumes in addition to archery displays sit alongside many market stalls selling Christmas goodies.
Date: Saturday November 25 and Sunday November 26.
Time: 10am to 4pm and 6pm to 9pm. Sunday 10am to 4pm only.
Cost: Free to enter.
Website: www.ludlowcastle.com
Event Address: Ludlow Castle, Castle Square, Ludlow, Shropshire, SY8 1AY.
LINCOLN CHRISTMAS MARKET
Handmade confectionery, jewellery and decorations in a market overlooked by the city cathedral. Stall holders wear traditional Victorian clothes and battle to win the Best Stall Prize.
Date: Thursday December 7 until Sunday December 10.
Time: Thursday: 4pm to 9pm. Friday, Saturday: 10am to 9.30pm. Sunday: 10am to 7pm. Cost: Free to enter. 
Website: www.lincoln.gov.uk
Event Address: Set in the grounds of the Castle and the Lawn, Castle Hill along Westgate, Lincoln city centre.
MANCHESTER CHRISTMAS MARKETS
A traditional, exciting blend of German, European, and arts and crafts markets.
Date: Up until Wednesday December 20.
Time: 10am to 8pm (9pm in the Albert Square market).
Cost: Free to enter.
Website: www.manchester.gov.uk
Event Address: Manchester city centre - Albert Square, St. Anne's Square and Exchange Street.
ST. NICHOLAS FAYRE, YORK
York's biggest Christmas market stretches across the city centre including arts, crafts, gifts and regional food and drink.
Dates: Thursday November 23 to Sunday November 26.
Time: 10am to 6pm.
Cost: Free to enter.
Website: www.yuletideyork.com
Event Address: York city centre, Parliament Street, St Sampson's Square, King's Square and Coppergate Square.
ABERDEEN'S TRADITIONAL GERMAN CHRISTMAS MARKET 
Featuring more than 30 wooden chalets transported from Hamburg, the market includes German music, food, crafts and traditional gifts.
Date: Friday December 1 to Monday December 18.
Time: 10am to the early evening.
Cost: Free to enter.
Website: www.aberdeencity.gov.uk
Event Address: Castlegate, Aberdeen.
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