Looking to tick everything off your Christmas shopping list in one place this year? You'll need more than a flying visit to Bath, with the city hosting a wide range of stallholders selling their wares at a range of festive fairs and markets, including the magical Bath Christmas Market, alongside a fantastic retail scene featuring everything from your favourite high-street brands to indie artisans.
Enjoy your Christmas shopping experience in the magical atmosphere of Bath's picturesque Georgian streets lit by twinkling decorations, choirs singing by candlelight, and the aroma of mulled wine filling the air!
Bath Christmas Market 2025
Thursday 27 November - Sunday 14 December
The snow-covered Christmas chalets are back lining the city centre streets for a magical, festive experience this Christmas, as the award-winning Bath Christmas Market makes a welcome return for 18 days.
Browse over 250 stalls selling a variety of treats including bespoke jewellery, homeware, food, drink and much more against the backdrop of the city's stunning World Heritage architecture, illuminated by stunning accompanying light displays.
This year, Bath Christmas Market will once again showcase smaller local businesses at six 'Christmas Carts,' allowing you to further discover the breadth of talent on display in the city and wider region.
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Image - Bath Christmas Market
Widcombe Christmas Market
Saturday 22 - Sunday 23 November
Browse stalls featuring products from 50 local artisans, with plenty of potential gifts for your friends and family.
Bear Flat Artists Christmas Market
Saturday 22 November
Buy direct from local Bath artists and makers, with stalls including ceramics, prints, paintings, photography, and much more!
Christmas Market at Macdonald Bath Spa Hotel
Sunday 23 November
Browse a selection of handmade crafts and savour delectable food and drink at one of Bath's grandest hotels, with all ticket fees going to charity. There's also a chance to meet real-life reindeer and Father Christmas himself in a magical grotto, where all children under 12 will take away a special gift. Better still, dogs are welcome too!
Christmas Makers Market at BRLSI
Thursday 27 November - Sunday 14 December
Running concurrently with Bath Christmas Market, the Bath Royal Literary & Scientific Institution will be platforming a range of independent producers ranging from artists to sustainable jewellers at their makers market. The stallholders will change every few days, so be sure to visit regularly throughout the open period to find something new. What's more, there are gifts to suit every budget, with every item costing between £5 and £200, and money raised will support the Institution's charitable aims.
As well as shopping for gifts, get hands on and try crafting your own at the market's new Christmas 'bauble bar' by The Love Makers Craft Cafe. For just £18, take your pick from stitching and beading, origami, metal embossing, or himmeli, then settle down for a restorative hour of crafting!
Image - Christmas Makers' Market at BRLSI
Christmas Tasters & Makers Market at Hartley Farm
Saturday 29 November
Discover hidden treasures from over 40 of the South West's finest makers among the Christmas trees at Hartley Farm, based in the beautiful Wiltshire countryside between Bath and Bradford-on-Avon. Whether you're looking for the perfect Christmas trees, decorations, cards, or gifts, you're sure to find what you're after.
Keynsham Winter Festival
Saturday 29 November
The town of Keynsham, nestled just a few miles north of Bath, will be hosting its beloved annual Winter Festival between 12 and 6pm. As well as the usual street performers, food vendors, indoor and outdoor market stalls, and live performances, you can also expect a range of other fun festive activities, from a tinsel trail to a window display competition. Plus, there's a chance to claim a free mini potted Christmas tree from the Baptist church, but hurry - stocks will be limited!
Image - Keynsham Winter Festival
Bruton Christmas Evening
Thursday 4 December
Easily accessible by direct train from Bath Spa railway station, the charming Somerset town of Bruton will be hosting a festive evening from 5 - 8:30pm, including a range of market stalls, food and drink vendors, and a Santa's Grotto.
The Bath Independent Christmas Market
Sunday 21 December
Searching for last-minute gifts? Head to Green Park Station between 10am and 3pm for this special edition of the city's monthly Independent Market, where you can choose from a wide range of unique gifts, from art and design to jewellery and eco-friendly products, among many others. As you wander around the station, be sure to enjoy even more treats at some of the venue's superb permanent fixtures, including award-winning food and drink from Bath Pizza Co and Green Park Brasserie.
Image - Christmas tree at Bath Abbey, credit Bath Christmas Market
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