Illustration of a christmas market scene (Trunkwell House Christmas Gift Fair)
Christmas Markets

Trunkwell House Christmas Gift Fair

Visitors can browse more than 80 stalls featuring independent makers and local businesses offering handmade treats, food, homeware, jewellery, and crafts. Families can visit a free children's craft and activity area to make seasonal crafts and write a letter to Santa. Children can also visit Santa in his grotto to meet him and receive a present.

What to Expect

Over 80 curated stalls plus Santa's grotto and free children's crafts.

Event Details

Ages

All ages

Neighborhood

Beech Hill

Timed Entry

No

Organizer

Trunkwell House

Food & Drink

Fair stalls offer food products.

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Local Insight & Ratings

Family Friendly

🎄 🎄 🎄 🎄 🎄 (5/5)

Best For

Families with young children and christmas shoppers

Vibe

Festive and welcoming

Energy Level

Moderate

Budget

£

Photo Friendly

Moderate

Weather Sensitivity

Moderate

Location

Trunkwell House
Beech Hill, Reading, Berkshire
Reading
RG7 2AT

Know Before You Go

  • Tickets: Entry from £3.00. Adult Entry: £4.00; Child Entry (Under 16): £3.00; OAP Entry: £3.00; Family Ticket (2 Adults + 2 Children): £9.50. The children’s area and kids’ craft area are free to enter; no Santa’s Grotto price is stated. – Get tickets
  • Hours: 10am – 4pm.

Tips & Advice

  • Head to the free kids' craft area first so children can write a letter to Santa and take it with them into the Grotto.
  • Pick up a family ticket if you're coming as two adults and two children, since one ticket covers the whole group.
  • Let little ones enjoy the free children's area with its Christmas activities and crafts while you browse more than 80 stalls.
  • Bring your Christmas list, because stall numbers are limited in each category, so you'll find a wide mix of independent makers and local brands.
  • Makers who want to sell should email trunkwellfair@gmail.com to ask about stall availability and how to apply for a place at the fair.

Special Events & Promotions

  • A family ticket covers two adults and two children.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What can I buy at the fair?

There are more than 80 stalls from independent makers, local businesses and exhibitors. They sell Christmas gifts, handmade products, food, homeware, jewellery and crafts. The number of stalls in each category is limited, so you get a varied mix rather than lots of similar products.

Is there anything for children?

Yes. The children's area is free to enter and has Christmas activities and crafts. Little ones can stay busy there while you browse.

How does Santa's Grotto work?

Children can visit Santa in his Grotto, and every grotto visit includes a present. Before going in, they can write a letter to Santa at the free kids' craft area and bring it with them.

How can I get a stall at the fair?

Small businesses, independent makers, artisans and local brands are welcome. That includes gifts, handmade products, food, homeware and jewellery. Email trunkwellfair@gmail.com to ask about stall availability and how to apply.

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Last Updated: Oct 20, 2026
Original Submitter: Sep 17, 2025 The Christmas Events Near Me editorial team