Illustration of a christmas market scene (Chipping Campden Christmas Market)
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Chipping Campden Christmas Market

Chipping Campden transforms into a festive wonderland for its annual Christmas Market, held on the first Saturday of December. The High Street closes to traffic, bustling with over 34 outdoor stalls and 6 food wagons offering a magical array of arts, crafts, decorations, toys, and unique Christmas gifts. Inside the historic Town Hall, two floors are dedicated to an indoor market, featuring local artisans, crafters, and charities. Visitors can savor festive food and warm drinks while enjoying the enchanting atmosphere as the town's Christmas lights are switched on at dusk, often with an appearance by Father Christmas.

What to Expect

Historic High Street transformed into a festive market

Event Details

Duration

All day Saturday, with indoor market continuing Sunday

Ages

All ages

Timed Entry

No

Organizer

Campden Market

Food & Drink

Food stalls with festive food and drinks available.

Local Insight & Ratings

Family Friendly

🎄 🎄 🎄 🎄 🎄 (5/5)

Best For

Christmas shopping, family outings, local crafts

Vibe

Festive, traditional, community-focused

Energy Level

Moderate

Budget

$$

Photo Friendly

📷 📷 📷 📷 📷 (4/5)

Weather Sensitivity

Moderate

Location

Chipping Campden Town Hall
Chipping Campden, Gloucestershire

Know Before You Go

  • Tickets: $$
  • Parking: The High Street is closed to traffic all day for the market.
  • Pets: No pets allowed

Tips & Advice

  • Arrive early on Saturday to experience the market before it gets too crowded, especially if you want to see Father Christmas.
  • Explore both the outdoor stalls on the High Street and the indoor market within the Town Hall for the full range of offerings.
  • Check the market's Facebook or Instagram pages for updates on specific stallholders or any last-minute changes.
  • Be prepared for the High Street to be closed to traffic; consider parking slightly further away and walking in.
  • Bring cash, as some smaller artisan stalls may not accept card payments.

Special Events & Promotions

  • Appearance by Father Christmas
  • Switch-on of the Town's Christmas Lights at dusk

Quick Actions

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the dates and times for the Christmas Market?

The Chipping Campden Christmas Market is held on the first Saturday of December. It opens at midday and runs until 5:00 pm. The indoor market within the Town Hall continues on Sunday.

What kind of items can I expect to find at the market?

You can find a wide variety of arts and crafts, Christmas decorations, festive food, cards, toys, and original Christmas gifts from local crafters and independent traders.

Is there parking available?

The High Street is closed to traffic for the market. Visitors may need to park in designated areas nearby and walk to the market.

Are there food and drink options available?

Yes, food stalls are set up in the Market Square offering festive food and drinks.

When can I apply to be a stallholder?

Enquiries for the waiting list for outside stalls open at the beginning of September, with bookings opening on September 15th. Regular stallholders have priority until the second week of October.

Tags

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Contributors & Updates

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