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Which? Names Nine Best UK Christmas Market Cities for 2025

The annual consumer list omits Wales, the West Midlands, the East Midlands and London.

Overview

  • The selected cities are Bath, Chester, Durham, Winchester, Wells, Liverpool, Edinburgh, York and Belfast.
  • Bath celebrates its 25th anniversary with more than 200 wooden chalets set around the Abbey and Roman Baths.
  • York’s St Nicholas Fair prioritizes accessibility with initiatives for visitors with limited mobility and quiet shopping from 10am to 12pm.
  • Wells operates for one day only on Saturday 6 December, bringing more than 100 stalls to Bishops Palace Green and Market Place.
  • Belfast’s City Hall market marks its 21st year with over 100 traders and global food options, while Edinburgh features chalets and family rides on East Princes Street.