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As December 25 nears, it's the season of mulled wine, mince pies, tinsel, Christmas trees, Santa and elves, and Christmas Markets. Whether it's just for a mooch around or those last few presents, they are the perfect way of celebrating the festive period. We have noted down several Christmas markets that will be taking place in County Durham, Darlington, and North Yorkshire this Christmas.
County Durham, Darlington, North Yorkshire Christmas markets: Consett Christmas Market Date: November 30, 2024 Location: Consett Town Centre Highlights: Consett’s Christmas Market is back, bringing festive cheer to the heart of town. Expect a range of local stalls offering crafts, gifts, and seasonal treats. It’s a perfect way to support local artisans while getting into the holiday spirit.
Richmond Christmas Market Date: December 1, 2024 Location: Richmond Market Place Highlights: Set against the charming backdrop of Richmond Market Place, this event offers handmade goods, gourmet foods, and festive entertainment. It's a cozy day out with family-friendly activities and live music throughout the market. Magical Christmas Village on the Tyne Bridge Date: Early November 2024 Location: Tyne Bridge, Newcastle Highlights: The iconic Tyne Bridge will be transformed into a magical Christmas village, creating a picturesque setting for holiday festivities.
Attendees can look forward to artisan stalls, delicious treats, and plenty of photo opportunities. Christmas Markets Across County Durham Date: November 2024 (Various dates) Location: Various venues across County Durham Highlights: Multiple Christmas markets will be held throughout County Durham in November. These markets are designed to showcase local crafts, food, and gifts, making it easy to find unique holiday items while supporting the region's artisans.
Christmas Makers Market in Yarm Date: November 24, 2024 Location: Yarm Town Centre Highlights: The Makers Market in Yarm will bring together a range of talented creators, offering everything from handcrafted items to gourmet foods. It’s a great stop for those looking for one-of-a-kind gifts. Middleton-in-Teesdale Farmers’ Christmas Market Date: December 21, 2024 Location: Middleton-in-Teesdale Highlights: The Middleton-in-Teesdale Farmers’ Market will host a special Christmas edition, featuring fresh local produce, artisanal products, and holiday crafts.
It's an ideal event for picking up festive foods and locally sourced goods. Recommended reading: Get more content including the stories that matter to your community from The Northern Echo for just £2 for 2 months for a limited time only here . Darlington Christmas Market Date: December 6 - December 8, 2024 Location: Darlington Market Highlights: Darlington’s festive market invites traders to showcase crafts, confectionery, hot foods, and holiday gifts.
It’s a great spot to find unique presents, tasty treats, and enjoy the seasonal ambiance. If there is a Christmas Market we have missed, please do let us know in the comments or get in touch..
