Annual Christmas Markets in Norwich
Norwich hosts
several Christmas Markets that will enthral and delight every member of the family. If you want to get into the
Christmas spirit then these markets will deliver
merriment, festivity and
celebration by the bucket load, each in its own
unique way.
Norwich University College of the Arts - Student Christmas Show
NEW for 2009 - dates 2010 TBC
Students will be displaying 250 works of art which will all be for sale, priced under £50. Items include paintings (framed and unframed), drawings, textiles, photos, printed material such as T-shirts, and jewellery. Cash only and you can take your purchase away with you there and then
To begin your seasonal journey visit NORWICHRISTMAS - The City’s Festive Fayre at the Forum, December 2010 dates TBC (usually early December).
Enjoy up to
50 spectacular craft stalls presented by Norfolk Craft Fair. Celebrating the talent and craftsmanship of Norfolk artists, designers and producers, the fair is an ideal hunting ground for unique, handmade and individual gifts for friends and family. The
Christmas market is located in and around the impressive
Forum one of Norwich’s newest buildings built for the millennium by Sir Norman Foster and flanked by
St Peter Mancroft a 15th century church. The centre–piece of Christmas celebrations at The Forum and across Norwich, is a
magnificent 60ft Christmas Tree. On a par with the famous Trafalagar Square tree in London and as tall as the building itself, the magnificent spruce is a fantastical sight, casting a magical glow over
Millennium Plain and beyond. A compelling line-up of supporting activity will also take place all around.
Dragon Hall, Norwich more details
Early December weekend 2010 dates TBC entry approx £2.50 per person under 16's free
Fun for the whole family is firmly on the agenda at
Dragon Hall, an outstanding example of a
medieval merchant's trading hall, and so presents an authentic location for the annual
Medieval Christmas Market held (usually) on the first weekend of December. Engage with
stallholders in costume and appreciate
Dragon Hall traditionally decorated for the season. With a tempting mixture of stalls from all over the UK and northern Europe selling a wide variety of medieval themed goods and original crafts.
Free Christmas activities for children, this event is a shopping experience not to be missed. And if the market isn’t enough to get you nicely into the
Christmas spirit savour some
mulled wine and refreshments on the theme of
German Christmas markets.
Norwich Cathedral, Norwich more details
2010 dates in December TBC, entry approx £3 per person under 12's free if accompanied by an adult
Norwich Cathedral throws its popular annual 3 day
Historic Christmas Fayre (usually) the second weekend in December . This celebration is firmly ensconced in the
Norwich Christmas calendar with people travelling from afar to experience it. This amazing 900 year old structure with the
largest cloisters in England is a breathtaking backdrop to an event that includes;
The Guild of Historical Interpreters with costumed characters selling holy relics and interesting potions, stalls offering historical items and replica artefacts from the last 2000 years - everything from Roman mosaics to rope,
frankincense to fudge, pottery to pewter and a programme of events including Minstrels and entertainers from across the two millennia performing and demonstrating a fabulous selection of instruments and tunes, as well as dances and tales from the past.
Relish the smell of the
hog roast, indulge in some mulled wine,
shop at the market stalls selling perfect gifts and presents and
soak up the atmosphere which you will delight in!
St John's Roman Catholic Cathedral, Norwich more details
December dates 2010 TBC
The
Polish community will present some of the features of
Christmas in Poland with their
Polish Christmas Market. The celebration will include Christmas decorations, and Christmas fare. This is then followed by Polish Mass at 4pm.
Dragon Hall Christmas Market more details
Eastern Artisans Christmas Market
December 2010 dates TBC
Adults £2.50 under 16s free
A new Christmas market at Dragon Hall celebrating the best contemporary art, craft and design from the eastern region. All the makers have been hand picked for the quality and style of their products and range from established names to new talent. Also includes SMALL ART, postcard sized art works created by artists from across the world (organised by TROIKA).
Christmas Shopping in Norwich
Set inside the old city wall of Norwich dating back to the
14th century you will find a
unique Christmas shopping destination - Norwich. Its pretty
medieval streets adorned with seasonal decorations create a truly magical atmosphere that adds something very special to the
Christmas shopping experience.
Medieval alleys and winding back streets link the heart of Norwich from the
Norwich Lanes including Upper St Giles, Pottergate, St. Benedicts, Bedford Street, and London Street to The Royal Arcade (one of the finest in the country designed in 1899), The Mall, Timberhill, Gentleman’s Walk, Rampant Horse Street, St Stephen’s, and Chapelfield. You will find the oldest street in Norwich – the beautiful cobblestoned
Elm Hill located in the
Cathedral Quarter, nestled quietly between
The Norwich Halls and
Norwich Cathedral.
Norwich proudly sits on the
top 10 UK shopping destinations list – you will find independent small businesses mixed with
high street names and designer brands. Original gifts, specialist and lifestyle shops, or that something extra special, books, antiques, vintage clothes and even collectable teddy bears. Imagine a shopping experience where round one corner you might find grazing
reindeer yet round another you could hear the magical sounds of a harpist. The
rich heritage surroundings of this shopping destination also adds to the
Christmas atmosphere. Scattered through the city you will stumble upon
32 medieval churches, 2 cathedrals and 1 castle each with it’s own unique take on Christmas. You will not be disappointed with this cultural and sophisticated city.
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