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Christmas Markets

Hereford Christmas Markets

Shoppers can browse around 30 to 40 stalls set up in the heart of Hereford city centre, situated within sight of the giant Christmas tree. Independent traders offer local and regional crafts, clothing, accessories, jewellery, festive decorations, and stocking fillers. Visitors can also warm up with a selection of hot street food and drinks.

What to Expect

City-centre street market featuring festive stalls, crafts, and hot food

Event Details

Ages

All ages

Neighborhood

High Town

Timed Entry

No

Organizer

Herefordshire Council

Food & Drink

Independent traders serve hot street food and drinks.

Local Insight & Ratings

Family Friendly

🎄 🎄 🎄 ⚪ ⚪ (3/5)

Best For

Christmas shoppers and gift hunters

Vibe

Festive and bustling

Energy Level

Moderate

Photo Friendly

Moderate

Weather Sensitivity

Moderate

Location

High Town and Commercial Street
High Town and Commercial Street, Hereford
Hereford

Know Before You Go

  • Hours: Fridays 9am to 4pm; Sundays 10am to 4pm.
  • Parking: Public car parks and drop-off points are close to the market in the city centre, and the bus and train stations are nearby.

Tips & Advice

  • Follow @hfdsmarkets on X or @herefordmarkets on Instagram for current market news before setting out.
  • Use nearby public car parks, bus or train stations, or drop-off points to reach the city-centre market.
  • Check the listed market days before travelling, as the markets run on selected Fridays and Sundays rather than daily.
  • Wear warm layers for browsing the outdoor street stalls, and consider hot food or a drink to warm up.
  • Bring a reusable shopping bag for gifts and stocking fillers as you browse the stalls.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What can I buy at the markets?

Local and regional products, crafts, clothing, accessories, jewellery, unique gifts, decorations and stocking fillers. The usual traditional market stalls from independent traders are there too.

Is there food and drink?

Yes, there is hot street food and drinks to keep you warm while you shop.

How big are the markets?

There are around 30 to 40 stalls each day, in sight of the giant Christmas tree in the city centre.

How do I book a stall?

Book a Christmas market stall online. Gazebo pitches are charged per day, and the daily rate drops the more days you book. Electricity is available for lighting or for cooking.

How do I get to the market?

The market is in the city centre, with public car parks, bus and train stations, and drop-off points nearby.

Tags

Christmas marketholiday marketartisanal productsfestive foodholiday shoppinglocal artisanscommunity celebrationseasonal activitieshandmade craftsholiday tradition

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