As winter approaches Cornwall, it brings a host of charming Christmas markets that transform historic towns and quaint villages into festive wonderlands. From traditional festive crafts and delectable seasonal treats to the warm glow of twinkling lights, local Christmas markets offer a unique and heartwarming experience during your stay in our luxury holiday cottages near Truro.
We’ll guide you to the best Christmas markets in Cornwall this year, providing the perfect way to immerse yourself in the season’s spirit.
1. Truro Christmas Market
Location: Lemon Quay, Truro
Dates: 21st November – 24th December
Opening Times: Daily, 9 AM – 5 PM (open until 9 PM on Wednesdays), 10 AM – 4 PM on Sundays.
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Co-hosted by the hugely popular Truro Farmers Market, this is one of Cornwall’s most popular Christmas markets in the heart of the city!
Truro’s Lemon Quay is filled with bespoke wooden cabins where you’ll find some of the county’s top artisans and traders. As you immerse yourself in this festive wonderland, you’ll find delicious locally-farmed food, arts and crafts, music, and excellent entertainment.
You’ll be able to support local Cornish producers while having a fantastic time!
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2. Healeys Christmas Market
Location: Healeys Cornish Cyder Farm, Penhallow, TR4 9LW
Dates: every weekend from 14th November – 20th December
Opening Times: Weekends
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If you want to get a taste of Cornish produce, Healeys Cyder Farm is a fantastic place to visit, and as the months get darker, the farm gets a festive makeover.
A true fairytale world, the Healeys Christmas Market is a must-visit for family and friends to enjoy all the festivities. The usual farm tours and experiences are still open, while local artisans have stalls to sell their unique Christmas gifts. With twinkling lights and plentiful amounts of mulled cyder brewed right there on the farm, this market offers plenty to keep you in the Christmas spirit!
3. Charlestown Christmas Market
Location: Penrice Academy, St Austell, PL25 3NR
Dates: 21st – 22nd November
Opening Times: 11 AM – 4 PM
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Charleston is a renowned location in Cornwall, having been used for various movies and TV shows. The annual Christmas market brings festive magic to the town with lights, decorations and an enticing atmosphere.
Here, you’ll find a range of festivities going on, such as food, entertainment, and an excellent array of gifts to get your Christmas shopping done.
One of the great things about this particular market is that it’s totally indoors, so you can stay dry and keep those fingers from freezing up. When you’re done, you can go out and enjoy the sights of this magnificent location – the best of both worlds!
4. Bedruthan Christmas Fayre
Location: Bedruthan Hotel, Mawgan Porth, TR8 4BU
Dates: 21st – 22nd November
Opening Times: 10 AM – 5 PM
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Explore the incredible array of talented craftsmanship from all over the South West, with stalls of precious gifts, food and drinks. Alongside over 60 stalls, there is also a children’s soft play area and creche, so you can let the children burn off some energy while you shop for presents.
Note that this Christmas market is ticketed – the £2 ticket includes parking and a shuttle bus from Mawgan Porth.
5. Padstow Christmas Fayre
Location: Padstow
Dates: 3rd – 6th December
Opening Times: Thursday 10am – 6pm, Friday 10am-8pm, Saturday 10am-8pm, Sunday 10am-4pm
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Padstow’s Christmas Fayre is a true celebration of the festive season. Instead of just being a Christmas market (although there’s that, too), the whole town comes alive with different places hosting various events and celebrations.
Famous for its incredible restaurants, one of the main attractions is the daily chef demos. Free to attend, this is a chance to see some of the country’s finest cooks produce stunning dishes live.
With plenty of incredible food, intimate musical performances and showstopping lantern and fireworks displays, it’s a magical time to visit this coastal town.
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6. Eden Project Christmas Fair
Location: Eden Project, PL24 2SG
Dates: 18th – 19th November
Opening Times: 18 Nov: 5pm – 9pm, 19 Nov: 10am – 4pm
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One of Cornwall’s top attractions hosts its very own annual Christmas market! This event raises money for charity and features 50 stalls selling artisan gifts, trinkets and stocking fillers.
Note that the Cornwall Christmas Fair is ticketed separately from the Eden Project itself, and tickets tend to sell out, so get them fast! 18 Nov: £34 includes supper and glass of wine, 19 Nov: £22 includes Eden entry, lunch and a glass of wine
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7. Fowey Christmas Market
Location: Fowey
Dates: Cancelled for 2026
Opening Times: Cancelled for 2026
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Fowey Christmas Markey has been cancelled for 2026.
8. Jubilee Wharf Christmas Fair Penryn
Location: Jubilee Wharf, Penryn, TR10 8FG
Dates: 12th – 13th December
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Jubilee Wharf is a creative and community hub in Penryn, making it the perfect place to find something unique and local for Christmas.
The Wharf comes alive with various stalls selling all manner of gifts during this festive weekend. There’s also a cafe on site offering wonderful festive treats.
9. Falmouth’s Festive Weekend
Location: Falmouth
Dates: 12th – 13th December
Opening Times: 11 AM – 5 PM
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One of Cornwall’s biggest and most artistic towns is transformed into a winter wonderland for this magical weekend.
There are plenty of events happening across Falmouth on the festive weekend. Adults and children alike can enjoy ice skating, live music, an incredible Christmas market, vintage rides for kids, Santa’s grotto, and so much more!
10. Cornwall Christmas Market, Wadebridge
Location: Royal Cornwall Showground, Wadebridge
Dates: 11th – 13th December
Opening Times: Friday 11th 5pm – 8.30pm, Saturday 12th 10am – 7.30pm, Sunday 13th 10am – 4pm
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Head to the Royal Cornwall Showground for one of the biggest Christmas events in the county. Discover 135 independent traders selling a huge range of handcrafted products, as well as festive food, entertainment, and a chance to visit Santa’s Grotto and meet some reindeer.
11. The Makers Cornwall Christmas Fair
Location: Falmouth University Penryn Campus
Dates: 6th – 8th November
Opening Times: Friday 6th 6pm-9pm – cocktails and live music. Saturday 7th 10am-4pm – shopping day with street food and cafe. Sunday 8th 10am-3pm – another brilliant day for shopping.
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The Makers Cornwall Christmas Fair at Penryn Campus will be showcasing 75 creative stallholders. The goods are crafted by local talented makers and producers, so head here to find some truly unique and exciting gifts.
This is just a snapshot of the markets happening this year – so keep an eye out for any other dates and festive pop-ups, as there are plenty more local treasures to discover!
If you’re considering taking a trip to Cornwall, why not make The Valley your base? Our Truro holiday cottages are in the perfect spot for you to see all that Cornwall has to offer.
