Halloween is out of the way, and this week brings another annual night of bonfires and explosions in the sky as Bonfire Night is nigh upon us. Which can only mean one thing - we are fast approaching the Christmas period for 2025!
Those cold snaps we are about to experience across the North West could be enough to keep even the most intrepid festival explorer indoors, but they also add to the perfect climate for one of the many Christmas markets and events taking place across the region - with some occurring as early as today!
We’ve scoured Facebook and a couple of community events websites to bring you our 15 best Christmas markets and events taking place in the North West so far this year; we’ve also included a number of events that comprise of Christmas Switch Lights-On events that also happen to encompass the market elements of this time of year - bespoke items, fantastic food and in many cases, all for a good community cause.
So what’s caught our eye so far in the North West? Read on to find out and start your Christmas planning a little earlier this year.
13. Worden Hall Christmas Craft Market (December 6 and 7)
Come along for a festive Christmas Craft Market at the beautiful Worden Hall. It's an ideal event for your Christmas shopping needs, with a great selection of local creative craft stalls to browse. 📍Worden Hall, Worden Park, Leyland, Lancashire, PR25 1DJ | Google
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14. Duxbury Christmas Market (December 7)
Held for one day only alongside Santa's Magical Grotto at Duxbury Park Golf Club, this market will be packed with stalls and festive ideas, making it a perfect family day out to find a perfect Christmas gift. 📍Duxbury Park Golf Club, Duxbury Hall Road, Chorley, Lancashire, PR7 4AT | Canva
15. Farmers Market at Hoghton Tower (Dec 21)
Explore the finest produce Lancashire has to offer in the grounds of the historic, iconic Hoghton Tower. This special Christmas farmers market is set against the spectacular backdrop of the Lancashire countryside and is a fantastic way to shop for last-minute local festive food. 📍Hoghton Tower, Near Preston, Preston, Lancashire, PR5 0SH | Kelvin Lister-Stuttard