Top 8 Christmas Shopping Venues

Christmas shopping can be fun when towns and cities have special Christmas events, bursting with festive cheer!

- Susie Kearley

1 York Christmas Festival

York Christmas Festival is on until December 22, with a Christmas market, twinkling lights, mulled wine, and an enchanting fairytale atmosphere. Buy seasonal food and drink at the Shambles Market and Food Court, visit the Made in Yorkshire Yuletide Village for festive gifts, and admire the hand-crafted items in the Small Business Market. When you’ve finished shopping, visit Thor’s Tipi for a rest beside a log fire, and enjoy a mug of hot chocolate or a seasonal brew. It’s a magical experience!

2 Hatton World Shopping Village

Hatton World Shopping Village, near Warwick, has a fabulous Christmas market. At the weekends you can enjoy roast chestnuts, singing, mulled punch and mince pies. Immerse yourself in the festive atmosphere on December 9-10, or between December 16-22 when the Christmas market is open from 10am to 5pm daily – perfect for those last minute Christmas gift purchases!

3 Bicester Village