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Cornwall is a magical place to visit at any time of the year, but there’s something special about spending Christmas in Cornwall.
Sample any number of festive-themed Cornish pasties or pick up artisan gifts and products from the array of Cornish Christmas markets.
Buying from a Cornwall Christmas market is a great way to support local businesses and independent retailers.
So, read on to find out where to enjoy a Cornwall Christmas market in 2023…
Fowey Christmas Market is probably one of the most popular Christmas markets in Cornwall.
Think sparkling sights, incredible smells and independent artisans on show.
There will be almost 100 traders, offering a range of gifts, arts and crafts, as well as food and beverages, all locally produced in Cornwall.
This Cornish Christmas market is spread across Fowey’s beautiful Town Quay, Albert Quay, Webb Street and Town Hall.
While you’re in town, check out the many lovely cafés, pubs and restaurants too.
When:Friday 8th Dec 17:30 – 20:30
Saturday 9th Dec 10:00 – 17:30
Sunday 10th Dec 10:00 – 16:00
Where: Fowey Town Quay, Albert Quay, Webb Street and Town Hall venues.
More information: Fowey Christmas Market website
This wonderful Christmas market in Cornwall is hosted in Mount Edgcumbe Country Park.
The park lies on the edge of South East Cornwall, overlooking Plymouth Sound.
A ‘Cornish Yuletide’, this Cornish Christmas market offers stalls filled with local produce, local gifts and crafts, as well as plenty of festive entertainment.
Visit Santa’s Grotto or the family activity zone, making a great day out for families.
Be sure to explore the landscaped park and enjoy the selection of coastal and woodland walks.
Keep an eye out for glimpses of the park’s resident fallow deer population as you go.
When:Saturday 9th Dec 16:00 – 19:00
Sunday 10th Dec 16:00 – 19:00
Where: The Mount Edgcumbe Country Park, Cremyll, Torpoint PL10 1HZ
More information: Mount Edgecumbe Facebook Event
New for 2023, Truro Farmers Market presents The Big Christmas Market.
This open air Christmas market in Cornwall is an extended, festive version of the ever-popular Truro Farmers Market.
Held at Lemon Quay, this Cornish Christmas Market sees festive wooden cabins decorate the streets of Cornwalls only city.
There will be a host of Cornish makers with amazing products to browse. Pick up some unique Christmas presents from this Cornwall Christmas market, from jigsaws and calendars, to preserves and local ales.
There’s also street food, music, and live, family-friendly entertainment, providing an immersive winter experience.
When: Wednesday 29th Nov – Sunday 24th Dec 09:00 – 17:00
09:00 – 21:00 on Wednesdays
Where: Lemon Quay, Truro
More information: Visit Truro website.
Healey’s Cider Farm will be transformed into a sparkling Cornish Christmas market for its 7th year!
Walk through the 80-year-old cobbled courtyard with a mulled cider and feel the festive spirit.
There will be crafts, Christmas songs, and delicious food held across 6 wonderful weekends.
The best thing is that your admission ticket is automatically upgraded to a Healey’s annual membership free of charge!
Healey’s Christmas Market weekend schedule is yet to be announced, however 2022 saw the following:
Weekend Schedule:
11:00 – Family Cydermaster Experience
11.30 – Children’s juice blending in the press house
12:00 – Story time with cookies and apple juice by the animal area
12:00 – Full Healeys Experience (Adult-only)
13:30 – Exclusive Tresor tasting – in the tasting room
14:00 – Family Cydermaster Experience
14:30 – Children’s juice blending in the press house
15:00 – Story time with cookies and apple juice by the animal area
15:00 – Gin Experience (Adult-only)
15:30 – The perfect Healeys Christmas cocktail in the Healeys Distillery
When: Saturday 11th Nov – Sunday 17th Dec
Where: Healey’s, Penhallow, Truro, Cornwall, TR4 9LW
More information: Healey’s website
There will be over 50 hand-picked creative exhibitors at this Cornwall Christmas fair.
Watch artist in residence Florence Super paint stunning sea-inspired artwork.
Or try pottery glazing with Sally Tully from The Great Pottery Throw Down.
There will even be a chance to make your own Christmas wreath at the Christmas Wreath Making Workshop and a post box to send letters to Santa.
Tickets cost £3.00 and include parking and entry to the fayre.
When:Saturday 18th Nov 10:00 – 17:00
Sunday 19th Nov 10:00 – 17:00
Where: Bedruthan Hotel and Spa, Trenance, Mawgan Porth TR8 4BU
More information: Bedruthan website
Head to the wonderful harbour village of Charlestown for this Cornwall Christmas market.
The event is split between two venues; the sports hall and the village harbour.
Both offer a range of stalls, a vast selection of food and drink, as well as plenty of entertainment.
And one of the best things about this Cornwall Christmas fair; it’s all indoors so you are guaranteed to be warm and dry!
When: Saturday 25th Nov – Sunday 26th Nov 11:00 – 16:00
Where: Sports Hall, Penrice Academy, Charlestown Road, St Austell, PL25 3NR
More information: Charlestown Christmas Market website
If you are running a Christmas market in Cornwall, or know of a great one not mentioned here, we’d love to hear from you in the comments!
A trip to a Cornish Christmas market makes a great day out for you and your loved ones. It also gives you the chance to find some unique presents, and support local Cornish businesses.
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