Ely Cathedral Christmas Gift & Food Fair
Set inside the cathedral and an outdoor Festive Village marquee, the fair showcases artisan foods, crafts, and gifts from 160 exhibitors. Guests can ride a vintage carousel, board an Observation Wheel for city views, and listen to live entertainment inside the cathedral. Refreshments, including warm mulled wine and seasonal bakes, are available to enjoy in the Lady Chapel.
Nov 19 – Nov 21, 2026
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Plan Your Visit
Tickets
Thursday all-day ticket £15 (sold out); session ticket £10, or £5 for ages 3–15 with an adult. A Saturday session ticket is listed at £10, or £5 for ages 3–15 with an adult. The Stained Glass Museum is an optional extra at £4 per person; under-16s are free with a paying adult. Fair Park & Ride bus fare is £3 per person (£1 for a child aged 3–15). No ticket price is stated under Friday.
Hours
Thursday: all-day ticket 9.15am-4.30pm; session tickets 9.30am-1pm, 1pm-4.30pm, 6.30pm-8.30pm. Saturday: session ticket 9.30am-1pm, 1pm-4.30pm. No ticket times are stated under Friday.
Ages
All ages (children 3-15 have reduced price for session tickets)
Neighborhood
Palace Green
Food & Drink
The Fair features artisan foods, while the Lady Chapel serves warming mulled wine and seasonal bakes, and the Festive Village offers a place to enjoy something to eat.
Parking
Fair Park & Ride can be pre-booked at Ben’s Yard (CB7 5TR), with a regular shuttle bus to and from the Cathedral. Bus fare is £3 per person or £1 for a child aged 3–15.
Accessibility
The optional Stained Glass Museum is reached by 45 spiral stone stairs.
Tips & Advice
- Book a timed session in advance, as tickets are session-based and Thursday’s all-day ticket is sold out.
- Choose a Thursday evening session if you want to attend during the fair’s evening option.
- Pre-book Fair Park & Ride at Ben’s Yard and use the regular shuttle to reach the cathedral.
- If adding the Stained Glass Museum, plan to visit within your fair session and be prepared for 45 spiral stone stairs.
- Leave time to explore the Festive Village’s covered seating and the Lady Chapel’s seasonal refreshments during your visit.
Special Events & Promotions
- Children aged 3–15 have a child ticket option when accompanied by an adult.
- Thursday includes an evening session.
- The Stained Glass Museum is an optional extra; under-16s enter free with a paying adult.
- More than a third of the 160 exhibitors are new to the fair this year.
- The Festive Village has an enhanced marquee area and exterior covered seating this year.
Links & Contact
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Frequently Asked Questions
What can visitors see and do at the fair?
Browse 160 exhibitors offering artisan foods, crafts and gifts, ride the vintage carousel, take the Observation Wheel, and enjoy live entertainment inside the cathedral.
What food and drink is available?
The fair features festive food and drink, with covered seating in the Festive Village. Mulled wine and seasonal bakes are available in the Lady Chapel.
Are there ticket options for children?
Children aged 3–15 can use a child session ticket when accompanied by an adult. Under-16s can visit the Stained Glass Museum free with a paying adult.
Can I visit the Stained Glass Museum during the fair?
Yes, as an optional extra. Museum entry must fall within your fair session, and access involves 45 spiral stone stairs.
How do I get to the fair by bus, and can I book parking?
Fair Park & Ride can be pre-booked at Ben’s Yard, with a regular shuttle bus to and from the cathedral.
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