Manchester's Christmas Markets
When: Fri 6 Nov – Tue 22 Dec 2026 Open now
Albert Square and Cathedral Gardens stay open until 3 January 2027 (closed Christmas Day)
Manchester, Greater Manchester
The Arley Shopping Spectacular
Friday 20 – Sunday 22 November 2026 Opens in 7 days
10am–4pm (2026)
Arley Hall & Gardens, Arley (near Northwich), Cheshire · North West England
A three-day Christmas shopping fair of artisan makers and independent food producers at Arley Hall, a Victorian country house in rural Cheshire.
Arley Hall, a Victorian country house with celebrated gardens on a large estate in the Cheshire countryside near Northwich, starts its Christmas season with a three-day shopping fair in late November. Artisan traders sell handcrafted gifts and seasonal decorations, and independent producers bring artisan food and drink.
Tickets are cheaper when booked in advance, and children aged 4 to 16 go free. A ticket also covers the gardens, Woodland Walk and Grove, the chapel, the gift shop and café, and parking. Arley Hall annual pass holders get in free.
In 2025 the event was run with The Artisan Show, with makers exhibiting through the hall and grounds, a pianist in the hall and a barrel organ outside. From late October Arley also hosts a separately ticketed evening light trail.
Dates by season
| Season | Dates | Status |
|---|---|---|
| 2026–27 | Fri 20 – Sun 22 Nov 2026 | Coming up Add to calendar (Fri 20 – Sun 22 Nov 2026) |
| 2025–26 | Fri 21 – Sun 23 Nov 2025 | Held |
Dates are taken from the market’s own website or official announcements and were last checked on 8 November 2026. Plans can change, so please check with the organiser before you travel. Spotted a change? Tell us.
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