Bristol's Best Christmas Markets

Christmas at Bristol’s National Trust sites

Bristol has a number of spectacular National Trust sites in the local area, each of which offers a range of fun activities. We’ve chosen our two favourites, but for details on the others, the Visit Bristol site has curated the details here. 

Tyntesfield Christmas

Close to Bristol, Tyntesfield is an ornate Victorian Gothic Revival house with extensive garden and parkland.

Christmas at Tyntesfield is celebrated across the entire estate from the 3 December. Decorations and Christmas trees will be everywhere, while the Gibbs family will be back in the house along with their friends, maids and staff, to greet you as they prepare for Christmas festivities. 

Lacock Christmas

Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays 18^th November – 18^th December

For a special Christmas treat a little further afield, Lacock could be exactly what you’re looking for. A day out to Lacock in North Wiltshire encompasses the Abbey; a country house with monastic roots, an exploration of the invention of photography in the Fox Talbot Museum, and a lived-in historic village. This National Trust site has been the filming location for many favourites, including Harry Potter and they have a packed calendar of family friendly activities this holiday season. There’s even a pop-up Christmas shop in the Manger Barn for unique gifts.

Made in Bristol Gift Fair at Bristol Beacon

• Saturday 26 & Sunday 27 November
• Saturday 3 & Sunday 4 December
• Saturday 10 & Sunday 11 December

If you’re looking for a unique, hand-crafted Bristol gift, you’re sure to find it at the Made in Bristol Gift Fair. This year the Bristol Beacon is home to 200 stalls showcasing the finest designers, ceramists, illustrators, knitters, wood-workers, jewellers and artists from across the region.

Grab yourself a coffee, take a friend, meet the artists and pick up unique gifts for someone you love. Find out more about opening times and stallholders on the Made in Bristol site.

Bearpit Festive Market

Selected Sundays across November and December

With up to 50 stalls, music and live music, the Bearpit is hosting its very own festive market. Taking place over 6 weeks through November and December, it’s the perfect spot for some feel-good shopping. Come along and support local businesses and makers by picking up a special gift you won’t get anywhere else.

If you are lucky, you may even catch a glimpse of Bear wandering around - their very own Bearpit mascot! Find out more on their facebook page.