Rayleigh Christmas Markets 2026

The handmade market features local makers offering festive gifts and goods. The event is open to visitors of all ages.

The community gathers for South Woodham Ferrers' annual Christmas Fayre. Visitors can enjoy the festive fayre and witness the annual Christmas light switch-on.

The fayre brings together local small businesses offering handmade items, holiday gifts, and stalls tailored for parents, babies, and children. Visitors can browse festive pop-up shops alongside seasonal food and sweet treats.

Set in the historic Rochester Castle Gardens, this festive market showcases more than 120 stalls offering locally produced and sustainable gifts, clothing, homeware, and artisan foods. Visitors can sample a variety of seasonal food and drink in the Bavarian Village....

Set around the aerodrome's 1916 Airmen's Mess, the event features craft stalls offering items such as woodcraft, metalwork, glass, and crochet, alongside traditional blacksmith demonstrations at the forge. Live entertainment runs throughout the day with sets by Sabre Saxes, the...

Hosted at The Jolly Sailor, this market features over 20 stalls offering handmade gifts, holiday decor, and festive treats. The event welcomes dogs and provides free entry to visitors.

Local small businesses and vintage traders fill both halls at the venue with curated items. Shoppers can browse a selection of retro clothing, homewares, handmade jewellery, accessories, and gifts.

Step into a fairytale at View Garden Centre's Nordic Christmas Market, Essex's most enchanting winter wonderland. From late September to Christmas Eve, immerse yourself in the warmth and traditions of a Scandinavian Christmas. Discover over 30 festive stalls brimming with...

Step into a secret world at The Historic Dockyard Chatham for Mission Christmas. Families are invited to help ingenious elves fix Father Christmas's inventions, inspired by maritime history. This interactive adventure culminates in a magical meeting with Father Christmas himself,...

Discover the ultimate Christmas shopping experience at the Essex County Christmas Fair, held at the picturesque Braxted Park Estate. Browse over 150 stalls brimming with handcrafted items, unique gifts, artisan food and drink, and festive decorations. Enjoy live music daily,...

Experience the magic of the Rochford Christmas Festival on December 7, 2025. This festive event in Back Lane Car Park features a bustling market with 24 covered stalls, offering a chance to discover unique products and services. The festival culminates...

The Christmas Gift Fair at RHS Garden Hyde Hall offers gifts from independent makers and artisans, including jewelry, accessories, photography, crafts, and artwork. Food and drink are available while exploring the garden.

Discover unique, handcrafted gifts and seasonal decorations at the Chelmsford Cathedral Christmas Market. Browse artisanal stalls featuring jewelry, textiles, and gourmet food items, all set against the backdrop of the Cathedral's stunning architecture and a twinkling Christmas tree. Enjoy a...

Step into the Christmas spirit at the outdoor Christmas Market at Creeksea Place. Discover unique handmade gifts, sip on warm mulled wine or hot chocolate, and soak in the festive ambiance with twinkling lights. A charming way to find unique...

A free-entry Christmas Tree Festival & Christmas Fair features stalls with gifts and crafts, a festive tree display, and children's craft activities. A free Santa grotto is available for photos, and refreshments are offered.

Local artisans will display handmade gifts and festive treats at the Christmas Market / Craft Fair. The event provides a cozy atmosphere for holiday shopping.