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 family holiday park in Cornwall.
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 most Wednesdays)
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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: 8th November – 14th 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: 22nd – 23rd 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: 22nd – 23rd 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: 4th – 7th December
Opening Times: All Day
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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: 19th – 20th November
Opening Times: 19 Nov, 5 PM – 9 PM; 20 Nov, 10 AM – 4 PM
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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 over 70 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! A ticket for the 20th November opening also allows you to explore the Eden Project, however, so there’s plenty here for a magical day out.
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7. Fowey Christmas Market
Location: Fowey
Dates: 14th – 16th November
Opening Times: 14th, 5:30 PM – 8:30 PM; 15th, 10 AM – 5:30 PM; 16th, 10 AM – 4 PM
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Head to the harbour town of Fowey this year for a truly magical experience. Holiday shopping at its best, you’ll find plenty of handcrafted gifts, local fare and glittering excitement.
The streets of Fowey also become packed with live music and performers for a lively, fun-filled atmosphere.
8. Jubilee Wharf Christmas Fair Penryn
Location: Jubilee Wharf, Penryn, TR10 8FG
Dates: 13th – 14th December
Opening Times: 13th, 10 AM – 5 PM; 14th, 11 AM – 4 PM
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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: 6th – 7th 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’s specially snow-lined streets on the festive weekend. Adults and children alike can enjoy ice skating, curling, live music, an incredible Christmas market, vintage rides for kids, Santa’s grotto, and so much more!
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.
