Nestled in the heart of the Peak District, Chatsworth House is hosting its annual Christmas Market until December 14, offering visitors a winter wonderland with over 100 exhibitors. The market features festive-themed gifts, food, and drink, with the estate's Orangery and Stables shops open throughout the season. Entry to the markets is free, but tickets for the broader 'Christmas at Chatsworth' experience, which includes a trail with visual and audio displays themed 'The Enchanted Garden', cost from £12 (with donation) for children and £40 (with donation) for adults, and must be booked in advance.
Chatsworth's market is part of a wider festive offering in the area. Nearby Bakewell, recently named one of the UK's most Christmassy destinations, boasts picturesque cottages, independent shops, and a Christmas Tree Festival at Bakewell Parish Church from December 12 to 21. The town's own market has already taken place in mid-November, but visitors can still enjoy the festive atmosphere in its bustling centre.
Just a six-minute drive from Bakewell, Haddon Hall hosts its own Mercatum Christmas Artisan Market, set inside the 900-year-old manor. The market runs on selected dates from November 26 to December 14, featuring over 250 artisans selling ceramics, jewellery, chocolate, and more. The Tudor and Elizabethan rooms are decorated with festive finery, and the Lower Courtyard transforms into a twinkling Alpine Village with wooden chalets and live music. Tickets cost £12.30 for adults, £4 for children aged five to 15, and are free for under-4s.
