Christmas markets · Bakewell
Christmas markets in Bakewell 2026
The 2026 dates are confirmed: Mercatum — Haddon Hall Christmas Artisan Market, Wed–Sun over six weekends from 11 Nov 2026; Bakewell Winter Wonderland Christmas Market, 14–15 Nov 2026, in the town centre (Showground). 2 Christmas markets in Bakewell: Bakewell Winter Wonderland Christmas Market and Mercatum — Haddon Hall Christmas Artisan Market.
2 markets · checked October 2026
Christmas markets in the East Midlands →Christmas markets in the Midlands →
- Mercatum — Haddon Hall Christmas Artisan Market2026: Wed–Sun over six weekends from 11 Nov 2026Adult ticket £13.60 incl. parking; cheaper Green Travel ticket if you arrive by bus, bike or on foot.
- Bakewell Winter Wonderland Christmas Market2026: 14–15 Nov 2026, in the town centreFree entry; parking around £5 in a field.
🧒 With kids
- Chatsworth Christmas Market · Chatsworth
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- Barnsley Bright Nights · Barnsley
- Nottingham Winter Wonderland · Nottingham
✨ Date night
🎉 With friends
- Bakewell Winter Wonderland Christmas Market · Bakewell
- Sheffield Christmas Market · Sheffield
- Festive Derby Christmas Night Market · Derby
- Barnsley Christmas Market · Barnsley
- Knutsford Christmas Market · Knutsford
- Piccadilly, Christmas Market · Manchester
Christmas market
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Mercatum — Haddon Hall Christmas Artisan Market
Hundreds of makers set up through the Tudor hall, its gardens and grounds. Morning or afternoon sessions must be booked in advance; there are no tickets on the day.
✨ Date night🎉 With friendsWhat's there
- Hundreds of makers through the Tudor hall, gardens and grounds
- Hall and gardens included in the ticket
- New twilight admission in 2026
The most atmospheric artisan market in Derbyshire — book early, sessions sell out.
- 2026
- Wed–Sun over six weekends from 11 Nov 2026
- Cost
- Adult ticket £13.60 incl. parking; cheaper Green Travel ticket if you arrive by bus, bike or on foot.
Getting there and parking
- Car park on the A6 opposite the hall (included in car tickets).
- Green Travel tickets require proof of travel by bus, bike or on foot.
Worth knowing
- No tickets on the day.
- The site is cleared between morning and afternoon sessions.
Winter festival
IllustrationWinter festival · Bakewell
Bakewell Winter Wonderland Christmas Market
Popular Peak District market in mid-November; parking at the Agricultural Centre (field, paid) and long queues.
🎉 With friendsWhat's there
- Peak District market town in mid-November
- Market in the town-centre car park
- Parking at the Agricultural Centre
What visitors say
Some regulars still love the day out, but recent reviews are dominated by the crowds: an hour to park, long queues for food and toilets, little seating and fewer craft stalls than before.
Only for early risers — arrive before 10 am or visit Bakewell another weekend.
- 2026
- 14–15 Nov 2026, in the town centre
- Cost
- Free entry; parking around £5 in a field.
Getting there and parking
- Drive and park at the Agricultural Centre (field, paid).
- Buses from Sheffield, Matlock and Buxton.
Worth knowing
- Bring cash for toilets and parking.
- Eat before you arrive.