How do you get to Birmingham Christmas Market?

Taking the train is one of the easiest ways to travel into Birmingham in the busy lead up to Christmas. Coming into either Birmingham New Street or Moor Street train stations and you'll be just a couple of minutes' walk from the start of the markets.

How far is Birmingham New Street from Christmas Market?

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if you are travelling from Birmingham New Street, the market is only 5 minutes away. Travel there with Chiltern on one of our great value Advance Fares from just £6.40 one-way.

What street is the Birmingham Christmas market on?

Where and when. Location: Victoria Square and New Street.

Where is the best place to park for the Christmas market in Birmingham?

You'll want to make sure you have somewhere clean, secure and safe to park your vehicle while you're out enjoying yourself. B4 Car Park is located on Weaman street with easy access and egress to A38(M) the best place to park to avoid the city centre congestion. We are just a 9 minute stroll to the German Markets!

Where is the Christmas market in Birmingham 2023?

The Birmingham Frankfurt Christmas Market is open from November 2nd to December 24th, 2023. It is located on Victoria Square and New Street in Birmingham, England.

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Where does Birmingham Christmas market start?

WHERE CAN I FIND THE CHRISTMAS MARKETS? The markets run from right outside our front door at Rotunda (part of the Bullring), all the way to the top of New Street and into Victoria Square outside the Town Hall and Birmingham Museum and Art Gallery. They are over a kilometre long.

How many stalls are there at Birmingham Christmas market?

With over 120 stalls available, it's no surprise that the Christmas market draws in crowds from far and wide. It's estimated that more than 5 million people visit the attraction each year and it is considered to be the largest and most authentic Christmas market outside of Central Europe.

Can you pay cash at Birmingham Christmas Market?

Cashpoints. The best way of spending money on the Birmingham German Christmas Market is to use cash. But note that the prices of the sausages are up to 12.5 per cent higher this year. While the market is free to enter, a £5 pint of beer and a £4.50 bratwurst will leave you with just 50p change from a tenner.

What time does Birmingham Christmas market finish?

There's a big change with the opening hours for the 2023 Birmingham German Christmas Market - as it won't be standard opening hours every day, compared to last year's daily 10am to 9pm hours. The opening times are as follows: Mondays to Thursdays - 11am to 9pm. Fridays - 11am to 9.30pm.

What stalls do you have at a Christmas market?

What can you buy at Birmingham Christmas Market?

And whilst you're here why not pick up some presents for your family and friends with everything from handcrafted wooden decorations and delicate glass baubles to in the form of the ever-favourite crystal lamps, Sounds of Nature, hand-crafted leatherwork, toys, jewellery and much more besides!

Which is the best Christmas market in the UK?

What days are Birmingham market on?

The market is open from Monday to Saturday, 9am to 5:30pm.

What time does Birmingham New Street close?

Birmingham New Street is not open 24 hours a day, it is open Monday – Friday: 04:15 – 02:00, Saturday: 04:15 – 00:15, and Sunday: 08:00 – 02:00.

How far of a walk is Birmingham Moor Street to Birmingham New Street?

Birmingham Moor Street is approximately a five-minute level walk from Birmingham New Street. Birmingham Snow Hill is approximately 10 minutes' walk and has some steep gradients along the route.

Why is Birmingham Christmas Market German?

Birmingham's German Market is a Christmas shopping event held in the city centre in November and December each year. Referred to by the council as Frankfurt Christmas Market Birmingham, because it was originally brought to the city from Frankfurt in 1997, it is the the largest of its kind outside Germany and Austria.

Is Birmingham Christmas market big?

Running every November and December, the market attracts around 4 million people to the city each year. Birmingham is one of the best shopping destinations in the country and home to fantastic theatres, fascinating museums and attractions and the UK's most exciting food and drink scene.

When should I go to the Christmas market?

Those who want to create a New Year mood for themselves, I advise you to visit the European Christmas markets. They are held annually throughout Europe from the end of November-beginning of December to the end of December – beginning of January.

What time does the Birmingham market open?

What do they do at Christmas markets?

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The Christmas Market features a range of traders selling local sourced and handmade crafts, Christmas shopping staples and delicious food and beverage.

How much is a pint at German market Birmingham?

If mulled wine is more your jam, they'll set you back £8 a pop this year. Large steins of beer start from £4.50 for half a pint, £6.50 for a pint and £12.50 for a double pint.

Is York Christmas market worth it?

The sights and sounds, of the festival, as well as the smells were enjoyed by both of us! Well worth a visit. This is the latest craze for the Christmas market, and we enjoyed our visit. Creating your own crumble is great.

Where is the biggest Christmas market in the UK?

Perhaps the biggest in Britain, boasting over 300 traders, Manchester is home to a jolly gigantic Christmas market. The city centre has multiple streets packed with stalls offering a multitude of tantalising food and drink, as well as an extensive range of gifts to buy for loved ones.

How to get a stall at Birmingham market?

All traders need to register with us before they can rent a stall. To register you will need to provide the following things by email: your British or EU passport, or an approved Right to Work document, which shows you are allowed to work in the UK.

Who has the biggest Christmas market?

The largest Christmas market and one of the most well known is the Vienna Christmas World on Rathausplatz, near the Rathaus, Vienna's historic city hall.