Christmas Markets in Bristol
Posted on: 13 Nov 2015Bristol is very lucky to play host to some great Christmas markets. There is always a huge array of food and produce available alongside arts and crafts. If you’re looking for a Christmas gift to top off that stocking, or if you’re struggling with what to pick up for someone, browsing one of the markets that pop up at this time of year is perfect.
The stalls themselves range from hand-crafted trinkets, through expertly produced foods and produce, and on to oddities that might just make the perfect gift this Yuletide. As we all know though, the biggest selling point of a Christmas market is the physical act of visiting it itself! Pick up some great hot food, a cold beer, warming mulled wine or some roasted chestnuts and enjoy browsing…bobble hats and scarves are very much encouraged to add to the experience!
Here’s what Bristol has lined up for you…
The Harbourside Christmas Markets
Finding its way around Bristol’s historic and iconic Harbourside, The Harbourside Christmas Markets bring together an eclectic mix of stall-holders and provides a great one-off trip or simply a good way to spend an hour or two during your day out in Bristol. It’s also definitely worth noting…there’s an ice rink situated on Millennium Square, the heart of the market!
Open from 11am-5pm, the markets run each weekend from 28 & 29 November until 19 & 20 December.
More info at: www.theharboursidemarket.co.uk/christmas-markets
Bristol German Christmas Market
2015 will see the 7th incarnation of the German Christmas Market in Bristol. Ope 10am-8pm every day until 22 December; the beer garden keeps on going until 10pm. There are close to 40 ornate chalet style stalls, all expertly decorated, selling hand-crafted food and gifts.
The stalls are just one part of the whole experience though – there’s excellent hot food, drinks of all kinds, and traditional entertainment. It’s simply a must for anybody living in or visiting Bristol!
More info at: www.bristolgermanchristmasmarket.co.uk
Local Bristol Christmas Market
Both figuratively and literally, there will be a local Westcountry market running alongside the German Market from December 4 to 23 in the Broadmad shopping quarter. It features local, handmade goods, fairtrade products and gifts with a Bristol twist.
Etsy Christmas Market and Pop-Up Shop
Held at The Island – effectively what people in Bristol would refer to as ‘The Old Police Station” – a pop-up shop will be held inside the building itself from 5-11 December, featuring talented makers, designers and vintage curators. The outdoor Christmas market will run on 5 & 6 December and play host to food and drink, music, decorations and more. Expect some of the best handcrafted items around thanks to the Etsy link!
More info at: www.theislandbristol.com
There are so many opportunities to visit other local community events around our great city. We’ve simply covered the long-running events here. Check back soon for a run-down of the best one-off Christmas fairs taking place around Bristol!