Wander the stalls at the Cambridge Christmas Market to find handmade crafts, delicious treats, and unique gifts, or visit the traditional Winter Fairs for family-friendly fun. With twinkling lights decorating the cobbled streets and plenty of mulled wine to go around, it’s the perfect place to soak up some festive cheer.
Knights Hill Christmas pop-up – Turing Locke
Saturday 30th November 12-4pm
Wrap up cosy and get into the Christmas spirit at the annual pop-up festive market. In partnership with Hill, there will be live music from The Rockabellas, spiced mulled wine, handcrafted mince pies, specialty hot chocolates, and street food stalls. Located in the courtyard of Turing Locke spend the day browsing for unique crafts and gifts, Christmas decorations and supporting local business.
Eddington Winter Warmer – Eddington
29th November – 1st December
A weekend of festive fun in the local community of Eddington. Located in the market square, there will be choirs, singers, bands and quizzes. An array of festive market stalls and food.
Cambridge Botanical Gardens Christmas – Central Cambridge
29th November – 21st December
Immersive in Cambridge University Botanical gardens Christmas lights experience and artistic installations. Advanced ticket purchases are required.
Christmas at Parkers Piece – Central Cambridge
14th November – 5th January
Christmas market with ice skating, fair rides, street food, heated domes and maze.
National Trust – Christmas at Wimpole Estate - Royston
Wimpole Light Walk 22nd November – 1st Jan
Estate and Anglesey Abbey Winter Lights: These National Trust winter light trails offer enchanting experiences (tickets required).
National Trust – Anglsey Abbey – Meet Father Christmas Reindeers
Father Christmas will visit Anglesey Abbey with his reindeer from 21 to 23 December, meet some real reindeer and learn some fascinating facts about them.
Punting on the River Cam
Wrap up cosy and go winter punting on the river Cam, Traditional Punting Company offer shared and private tours. The Cambridge Christmas punt and treasure hunt runs from November 30th – 31st December 2024. Advanced ticket purchases are required.
Ely Cathedral Christmas Gift and Food Fair
21st – 23rd November
Located in the cathedral grounds a three day event with over 100 stalls including festive gifts and crafts, food and drinks.
Ben’s Yard Christmas Fair
6th – 8th December
A short distance from Cambridge at Stuntney estate in Ely, Ben’s Yard will hold their annual christmas fair, perfect for families with over 50 stalls.
And finally - a spot to settle for your winter getaway.
Turing Locke, Eddington.
At Turing Locke you'll find sleek, avant-garde style beautifully designed apartments, and much more. On the cusp on the city and surrounded by countryside, it's the ideal place to settle and explore winter in Cambridge - for a few days, weeks or the whole season. Eat, drink, work and work-out in the social spaces, all the while being just a 10 minute cycle from the historic centre.
Turing Locke, Eddington
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