We are unable to put all 2008 dates up since they are not available yet - where we don't have 2008 dates we have left the 2007 dates in just to give you general an idea of expected dates.

York:

York is a superb spot for Christmas markets and events running from mid-November right through till Christmas week. Come an enjoy the magic of Christmas in our shops, restaurants and bars.  - see our full York page on Christmas activities for York 

Bath:

The 2008 Bath Christmas Market will be running from Thursday 27th November - Sunday 7th December. It is one of England's most beautiful cities

Stay at one of our chosen hotels and make the Bath Christmas markets an occasion to relax totally:

	Harington's Hotel is set in a picturesque cobbled street right in the heart of Bath
	St Clair Hotel we offer a friendly personal service in our 18 bedroom guest house
	Rudloe Hall Hotel Bath's most romantic boutique hotel that also caters for the business people. A hotel of Romance Peace, Relaxation, Friendly Service, Wonderful Fresh Food taking you back to a time of the past.
	Express by Holiday Inn Located just 1.6 km away from the magnificent Roman centre of Bath
	For details of what Bath is offering for Christmas events see their web site.
	More hotels in Bath

Bury St Edmunds:

The Christmas Fayre in Bury St Edmunds is 28, 29 and 30 November 2008 - 10am to 7pm. Angel Hill in Bury St Edmunds is transformed into a Victorian style Christmas market with colourful local stalls and old fashioned fairground rides. There are also many stalls be hosted by people from other parts of the world adding new tastes and smells to the fayre. From the Middle Ages to the 19th Century, merchants and members of the gentry flocked to Bury for its renowned Michaelmas Fair. Web

Stay at one of our hotels are relax in style on your visit to the Bury St Edmunds Christmas Fayre:

	Angel Hotel Situated on one of the prettiest squares in the country, opposite the beautiful Abbey Gardens, is the historic Angel Hotel, first mentioned in 1452.
	Best Western Priory Hotel Historic country house hotel in private enclosed gardens. Our award-winning Garden Restaurant has a longstanding reputation for formal yet relaxed dining.
	For more hotels in Bury St Edmunds

Edinburgh:

The Scottish capital celebrates Christmas with its usual aplomb with the backdrop of Edinburgh Castle. As well as the traditional German-style stalls, the city plays host to Britain's largest open-air ice rink in Princes Street Gardens. Other highlights include children's entertainment, a Santa Extravaganza, a big wheel and carousel, food and drink specialities and performances by professional skaters, ice hockey matches and even curling competitions.

Here's a few other things happening: These dates for guidance only since the 2008 dates are not yet out but the general celebrations are from 27 November - 25 December 2008. We will update the page when we have final dates.

2007 - Thursday 23 November: The lights go on at the Light Night. Gather at 5.15pm in East Princes Street Gardens.
Carols at the Norwegian Advent Carol Concert St. Giles’ Cathedral at 7pm.

2007 Sunday 3 December: Exile Choir get us hopping with their gospel rendition of some favourite carols at the Nativity Carol Service. Gather at 4pm at the foot of the Mound, near the Floral Clock.

2007 - Sunday 10 December: Santas from all over the country run, walk or stumble around Princes Street Gardens at The Great Scottish Santa Run.
 

Hogmanay in Edinburgh

Stay for a few days, take in the events and shop till you drop at one of the many hotels in Edinburgh:

	Castle Apartments Upgrade from a hotel to a Castle Apartment! This is the best location within 200 metres of the Royal Mile. Great value that delivers more than a hotel suite for the price of a room, with freedom to relax in your own space.
	Express by Holiday Inn The listed Georgian building has been transformed into a welcoming hotel providing modern facilities and value. Centrally located in the new town, 5 minutes walk from the East end of Princes Street
	Gifford House  Centrally located for all Edinburgh's amenities where a warm welcome is assured. Refurbished to a very high standard and with your comfort in mind for a pleasant stay in relaxing surroundings
	For more hotels in Edinburgh

Stratford upon Avon:

On each Thursday in December, Bridge Street hosts the Stratford-upon-Avon Christmas Market. Many of the town centre shops will have late opening until 9pm and free parking can be found in Church Street, Arden Street, Windsor Street and Riverside car parks. Christmas in Stratford is truly magical and this year there will be late night shopping along with Traditional and Continental markets. There is something for everyone this year in Stratford-upon-Avon. Start the festivities on 22nd November 2007 with late night shopping along with continental markets.

	Thistle Hotel With all the charm, comfort and atmosphere of an English country house. The hotel enjoys a superb location in the heart of Stratford-upon-Avon directly opposite the Royal Shakespeare Theatre
	Arden Way is a family run Guest House, offering a hearty breakfast & being just 5 minutes walk from the theatres. All our rooms are en-suite and we have ample car-parking for our guests.
	More hotels in Stratford upon Avon

Lincoln:

The Lincoln Christmas Market is an event not to be missed. More a Christmas experience than anything else, a trip to Lincoln is guaranteed to melt the heart of even the most avowed anti-shopper!

Imagine a cobbled square overlooked by a floodlit 12th Century cathedral, a Norman Castle and black and white timber-framed buildings. Brightly coloured stalls decorated with lights, selling every conceivable Christmas gift and the traders in Victorian costume.

The smell of chestnuts roasting, mince pies and a particularly potent hot mulled wine. The delicate sound of hand bell ringers or local choirs singing carols by lantern light, street theatre and beautiful services in the majestic Cathedral. These are just some of the reasons people flock to our beautiful City at this special time of the year.....
Ciity of Lincoln web site

Stay at one of the many Lincoln hotels for your Christmas market experience:

	The Lincoln Hotel is situated in the heart of historic Lincoln, directly opposite the magnificent triple towered Lincoln Cathedral.72 bedrooms, restaurant, brasserie, lounge, bar and 6 conference rooms (smoking only allowed in designated bedrooms)
	The White Hart dates back to the 14th century, and lies in the heart of the medieval city of Lincoln. A charming hotel with a rich vein of history.
	Holiday Inn Overlooking the waterfront with views of Lincoln Cathedral and Castle from the back. Modern hotel is within easy reach of shopping and  entertainment.

Manchester

Opening Times 2008
18 November to 21 December:

Manchester Christmas Market
in New Cathedral Street
from 10:00am to 7:30pm

Manchester Christmas Arts & Crafts Market
in Exchange Street
from 10:00am to 7:30pm

Manchester World Christmas Market
in Brazennose Street from 10:00am to 7:00pm
(beer garden open until 9:00pm)

Manchester German Christmas Market
in St Ann's Square from 10:00am to 8:00pm

Manchester European Christmas Markets
in Albert Square from 10:00am to 9:00pm

Locations
The Christmas Markets are located in Albert Square, St Ann's Square, Exchange Street, New Cathedral Street and Brazennose Street within the City Centre

Leave your car at home and relax:

Buses - Most buses travelling to Manchester city centre stop at Piccadilly Gardens, St Peter's Square, Cross Street or Shudehill Interchange. From all of these locations the market is within walking distance.

Metrolink - There are Metrolink Stations in St Peter's Square or Piccadilly Gardens, both a short walk away from the markets. ·

Stay the night in one of Manchester's hotels

Norwich

Norwich the city’s festive fayre - 3rd - 14th December 2008. Come and join in the fun and get your Christmas underway.

Open daily - Christmas markets and circus performances take place from 10am to 7pm, with late night opening on Thursday until 9pm and from 11am to 5pm on Sunday.

Venue: in front of City Hall and in and around The Forum with more than 80 stalls offering the perfect gifts for Christmas.  Wide selection of high quality Norfolk crafts from handmade jewellery, soaps and stained glass to Christmas decorations, textiles, cards and unusual household items. Also French, Italian, Polish and German food, wine and yummy  home-made sweets. Don't forget the ice rink too!

Hotels in Norwich

Winchester

Winchester Cathedral Christmas Market
This year’s Christmas Market will take place from Thursday 27 November to Sunday 14 December 2008

Opening times:
Sunday - Wednesday: 10 am - 6 pm
Thursday - Saturday: 10 am - 8 pm
There is no entry charge to the Christmas Market

Following the huge success of our first Christmas Market in 2006, with over 126,000 visitors in 10 days, we have decided to increase the duration and the size of the Market. It will now last for 17 days and have approximately 75 chalets, including many serving food and drink.

Winchester Cathedral, in partnership with Winchester City Council and Cousins Entertainment is pleased to announce that planning permission has been granted for a seasonal outdoor ice skating rink that will operate in the Cathedral grounds from 27 November 2008 to 4 January 2009. The ice rink will be located in the Inner Close with the Cathedral providing a stunning backdrop. There will be a café immediately behind the ice rink that will sell seasonal refreshments.

Why not make a break of this fun time and stay in a hotel in Winchester overnight, see the sights, have lots of fun and relax.

Worcester

Worcester Christmas Fayre 2008

Thursday 27th November 12.00 pm - 9.30 pm
Friday 28th November 11.00 pm - 9.30 pm
Saturday 29th November 11.00 am - 9.30 pm
Sunday 30th November 11.00 am - 4.00 pm
 

Victorian Street Fayre held in the heart of the City with the finest Christmas crafts, gifts, food and entertainment in the heart of historic Worcester together with funfair rides.

Why not make a break of this fun time and stay in a hotel in Worcester  overnight, see the sights, have lots of fun and relax.