What time does Chester Christmas market start?

The Chester Christmas Market will be open seven days a week; Sunday to Wednesday 10.30am to 6.30pm Thursday, Friday and Saturday 10.30am to 8pm.

Is Chester Christmas Market any good?

Lots of food stalls, and unique gifts. “Absolutely loved it.” Very festive indeed,lots of stalls selling mulled wine ,all manner of fast food outlets and lots of twinkling lights...

How big is Chester Christmas market?

A handmade, historical, magical experience awaits you with 70 traders situated in the square around the town hall, the new arcade and the forum surrounding the iconic sparkling tree in the heart of the city centre.

Where to park for Chester Christmas Market?

The city's vibrant mix of national and indepedent retail stores, bars and restaurants will be easily accessible thanks to 4,000 parking spaces funded by the Business Improvement District and available every weekend in the run-up to Christmas at Chester Racecourse.

What is the route for the Chester 12 Days of Christmas Parade?

Starting at 7 pm, from Town Hall Square this parade continues around the City centre including St Werburgh Street, Northgate Street and Bridge Street. There are performances including dance, fire breathing and sword fights in Eastgate Street and in the Town Hall Square.

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What date is Chester Christmas Market 2023?

November 17, 2023 - December 21, 2023

Don't forget to experience around the Christmas Markets too, such as Northgates Bar, Francis Thomas, My Funny Valentine and more…

What time is the Chester light switch on?

Chester's Christmas lights switch ons illuminate the city

Saturday 18 November – The suburb of Hoole will up bring the whole community together with Christmas Lights at 6 pm.

Is Chester Christmas market free?

The Chester Christmas Market is back from 17 November – 21 December. There's 70 stalls filled with local, independent and artisan wares including craft spirits, hand-crafted homewares, fragrances, jewellery, local produce and more. It's a great place to enjoy the festive atmosphere and there's no entry charge.

Is there park and ride to Chester Christmas Market?

More information, timetables and routes are available on the Council's website, including where to park. Chester Park and Ride will operate extended services for the late night shopping in Chester. A special Christmas period fare £1 Day Return is in operation until 9 January 2022.

Where is Chester Xmas market 2023?

Chester Christmas Market is open seven days a week and is located in the city's beautiful Town Hall Square opposite Chester Cathedral.

How many stalls does Chester Christmas Market have?

The 2021 Christmas market had 25 chalets and was also voted one of the best Christmas markets in the UK. Then in 2022 there were 42 stalls and this year there are 57 traders and food and drink stalls.

What is the biggest Christmas market in UK?

Birmingham and Manchester Christmas markets are among the largest Christmas markets in the UK.

Is Chester good for Christmas shopping?

CHESTER has been recommended as one of the top UK towns for Christmas shopping by readers of The Times. The newspaper revealed the UK destinations which were most frequently commented by readers below a recent article on the country's prettiest towns at Christmas, with Chester coming out on top.

Can you haggle at Christmas markets?

Be prepared to haggle

If you're looking for presents, decorations or even a cheeky mulled wine or cider, then do a little browsing first. One stall at the beginning of your visit may be double the price of one nearer the end. If you're feeling brave, then you could always try a festive haggle. Vienna Christmas market.

What time do Chester markets shut?

OPEN. Tuesday-Saturday : 8am-6pm. Sunday : 10am-6pm. Monday : Closed.

Is Chester Market closing down?

It's the end of an era for Chester Market as it prepares to close its doors for the last time ahead of a move to the new market at the Northgate development. The market has been based in the Forum Shopping Centre since the 1960s, when the development was built to replace the Victorian market hall demolished in 1967.

Is there a winter wonderland in Chester?

All of these brilliant attractions in the winter wonderland can be found on Chester racecourse in the winter season. There will be plenty for the children with Santa Land, meeting Father Christmas and Santa's letter writing workshop.

Is Chester Christmas market on every day?

The Chester Christmas Market will be open seven days a week; Sunday to Wednesday 10.30am to 6.30pm Thursday, Friday and Saturday 10.30am to 8pm.

Is park and ride free in Chester?

"Travelling on the Park & Ride is so easy and now free. Just drive and park at one of our sites, there are plenty of spaces available, hop on board a bus and take your free ticket from the driver. Then relax on your way into the City. Buses run at regular intervals until 7pm (5.30pm Sundays).

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Is Chester good for shopping?

Come rain or shine Chester is the perfect place to shop with undercover shopping centres and an abundance of fashion boutiques, independent shops and high street favourites - there's something for every age group, style and budget.

What time is the Christmas light switch on in Chester 2023?

Chester's Christmas lights switch on event takes place on Thursday 23rd November 2023 at 7pm. The Town Hall Square Christmas tree will herald the light up of the entire city.

Is the light switch up or down in the UK?

In the US, Canada, European countries, Russia, etc., it is usual for the "on" position of a toggle switch to be "up", whereas in many other countries such as the UK, India, Australia, New Zealand (Commonwealth countries), Ireland and China, it is "down".