Earthly TasteIf you’re vegan, veggie, or just trying to eat a bit more plant‑based, Christmas markets can be a mixed bag. They look magical… until you realise every other stall is selling bratwurst, cheesy raclette or milk‑heavy hot chocolate.
The good news is that more and more UK markets are either fully vegan or genuinely vegan‑friendly, with proper food options and brilliant cruelty‑free gifts. Whether you’re planning a festive day out with the kids, a cosy date night, or a weekend away, there are loads of places where you can soak up the Christmas atmosphere and still eat well.
In this guide, I’ve pulled together a big list of vegan and vegan‑friendly Christmas markets across the UK, grouped by region. Some are dedicated vegan events, others are traditional markets with decent plant‑based options – but all are worth a look if you’re trying to have a more animal‑friendly festive season.
Always check each event’s Official website before you travel, as dates, venues and line‑ups can change from year to year.
ENGLAND
South West
Bristol Vegan Christmas Market – Bristol
Dedicated vegan Christmas market with food, gifts and family‑friendly vibes.
Official website: https://veganchristmasmarket.co.uk/bristol/
Bristol Christmas Market – Bristol city centre
Traditional chalets, mulled drinks and some vegan food options.
Official website: https://www.bristolchristmasmarket.com/
Frome Winter Vegan Fair – Frome, Somerset
Cosy vegan fair with winter/Christmas editions, ideal for families.
Official website: https://www.veganfairs.co.uk/
Bath Vegan Winter / Christmas Fairs (Vegan Fairs) – Bath
Indoor vegan events with food, gifts and eco‑friendly brands.
Official website: https://www.veganfairs.co.uk/
Bath Christmas Market – Bath city centre
Iconic Christmas market with chalets and festive lights.
Official website: https://bathchristmasmarket.co.uk/
Swindon Vegan Winter / Christmas Fairs (Vegan Fairs) – Swindon
Vegan fairs with festive editions, great for local plant‑based shopping.
Official website: https://www.veganfairs.co.uk/
Totnes Vegan Winter / Christmas Fairs (Vegan Fairs) – Totnes
Laid‑back vegan fairs in a very eco‑friendly town.
Official website: https://www.veganfairs.co.uk/
Totnes Christmas Market & Late Night Shopping – Totnes
Evening markets with food, music and indie traders.
Official website: https://www.visittotnes.co.uk/whats-on/
Cheltenham Vegan Winter / Christmas Fairs (Vegan Fairs) – Cheltenham
Vegan fairs with hot food, cakes and ethical gifts.
Official website: https://www.veganfairs.co.uk/
Cheltenham Christmas Market – Cheltenham
Town‑centre market with seasonal stalls.
Official website: https://www.visitcheltenham.com/whats-on
Newbury Vegan & Eco‑Living Market (Christmas edition) – Newbury
Vegan and eco‑focused market with festive twists.
Official website: https://www.veganfairs.co.uk/
Newbury Christmas Market / festive events – Newbury
Seasonal markets and events in the town centre.
Official website: https://visitnewbury.org.uk/
Exeter Vegan Market (Christmas – Vegan Market Co) – Exeter
Vegan market with local traders and festive food.
Official website: https://www.veganmarket.co.uk/
Exeter Cathedral Christmas Market – Exeter
Beautiful cathedral‑side market with food and gifts.
Official website: https://www.exetercathedral.org.uk/whats-on/
Plymouth Vegan Market (Christmas – Vegan Market Co) – Plymouth
Vegan market with hot food, bakes and gifts.
Official website: https://www.veganmarket.co.uk/
Plymouth Christmas Market – Plymouth city centre
Seasonal market with food, drink and crafts.
Official website: https://www.visitplymouth.co.uk/whats-on/christmas
Bournemouth Vegan Market (Christmas – Vegan Market Co) – Bournemouth
Vegan market near the seafront with a relaxed vibe.
Official website: https://www.veganmarket.co.uk/
Bournemouth Christmas Tree Wonderland & Market – Bournemouth
Light trail and festive market with food stalls.
Official website: https://christmastreewonderland.co.uk/
South East (incl. London)
London Southbank Centre Winter Market – London
Riverside winter market with multiple vegan food stalls.
Official website: https://www.southbankcentre.co.uk/whats-on/festivals-series/winter
Leicester Square Christmas Market – London
Central London Christmas market with entertainment and food.
Official website: https://www.christmasinleicestersquare.com/
Winter Wonderland (Hyde Park) – London
Huge festive event with rides, shows and food.
Official website: https://hydeparkwinterwonderland.com/
Borough Market at Christmas – London
Foodie market with loads of vegan street food and produce.
Official website: https://boroughmarket.org.uk/
Kingston Christmas Market – Kingston upon Thames
Riverside market with chalets, rides and vegan options.
Official website: https://www.inkingston.co.uk/christmas
Brighton Vegan Christmas / Winter Markets – Brighton
Various vegan events and fairs through the season.
(Usually listed on) Official website: https://www.veganmarket.co.uk/ and https://www.brighton-vegan.org/
Brighton Christmas Festival / Market – Brighton
Festive market with rides, food and entertainment.
Official website: https://www.visitbrighton.com/whats-on/christmas
Portsmouth Vegan Market (Christmas – Vegan Market Co) – Portsmouth
Vegan market by the sea with food and gifts.
Official website: https://www.veganmarket.co.uk/
Portsmouth Christmas Market / Victorian Festival of Christmas – Portsmouth
Historic Dockyard event with a big nostalgic feel.
Official website: https://www.historicdockyard.co.uk/christmas
Southampton Vegan Market (Christmas – Vegan Market Co) – Southampton
Vegan market with lots of hot food and sweet treats.
Official website: https://www.veganmarket.co.uk/
Southampton Christmas Market – Above Bar Street, Southampton
German‑style market with food, drink and rides.
Official website: https://visitsouthampton.co.uk/christmas
Winchester Christmas Market – Winchester
Famous cathedral‑side market with a lovely atmosphere.
Official website: https://www.winchester-cathedral.org.uk/christmas-market/
Reading Vegan Market (Christmas – Vegan Market Co) – Reading
Vegan market ideal for stocking up on festive treats.
Official website: https://www.veganmarket.co.uk/
Reading Winter Wonderland / Christmas events – Reading
Seasonal attractions and markets.
Official website: https://readingwinterwonderland.co.uk/
Milton Keynes Vegan Market (Christmas – Vegan Market Co) – Milton Keynes
Vegan market with food and lifestyle products.
Official website: https://www.veganmarket.co.uk/
Milton Keynes Christmas Market / winter events – Milton Keynes
Pop‑up markets and festive activities.
Official website: https://www.milton-keynes.gov.uk/leisure-tourism-and-culture/whats-on
South Central / Thames Valley & Midlands
Oxford Vegan Market (Christmas/Winter – Vegan Market Co) – Oxford
Fully vegan market with food and gifts.
Official website: https://www.veganmarket.co.uk/
Oxford Christmas Market – Broad Street, Oxford
Traditional Christmas market with chalets and music.
Official website: https://www.oxfordchristmasmarket.co.uk/
St Albans Vegan Market (Christmas – Vegan Market Co) – St Albans
Vegan market in a pretty cathedral city.
Official website: https://www.veganmarket.co.uk/
St Albans Christmas Market / festive events – St Albans
Smaller Christmas events and markets.
Official website: https://www.enjoystalbans.com/whats-on/
Reading / Newbury / Cheltenham / Swindon / Newbury Vegan Fairs
All run by Vegan Fairs with winter/Christmas editions.
Official website: https://www.veganfairs.co.uk/
East Anglia
Norwich Vegans Christmas Market – Norwich
Grassroots vegan market with food, crafts and charities.
Official website: https://www.norwichvegans.co.uk/
Norwich Christmas Market / festive events – Norwich city centre
Various festive markets and events.
Official website: https://www.visitnorwich.co.uk/whats-on/
Cambridge Vegan Market (Christmas/Winter – Vegan Market Co) – Cambridge
Vegan market with hot food, bakes and gifts.
Official website: https://www.veganmarket.co.uk/
Cambridge Christmas Market / North Pole Cambridge – Cambridge
Festive attractions and stalls.
Official website: https://www.thenorthpolecambridge.co.uk/
Lincoln Christmas Market / winter events – Lincoln
Historic market and seasonal events.
Official website: https://www.visitlincoln.com/christmas
North West
Manchester Christmas Markets – Manchester city centre
Huge, multi‑site market with increasing vegan options.
Official website: https://www.manchristmasmarkets.com/
Chester Christmas Market – Chester
Cosy market around the town hall with food and gifts.
Official website: https://www.visitcheshire.com/chester-christmas-market
Liverpool / other North‑West Vegan Market Co events
Vegan markets in various towns and cities.
Official website: https://www.veganmarket.co.uk/
Yorkshire & North East
Leeds Christmas Market / winter events – Leeds
Seasonal markets and events around the city.
Official website: https://www.visitleeds.co.uk/christmas/
York Christmas Market (St Nicholas Fair) – York
Picture‑perfect market with chalets and cobbled streets.
Official website: https://www.visityork.org/christmas
Nottingham Vegan Market (Christmas – Vegan Market Co) – Nottingham
Vegan market with street food and gifts.
Official website: https://www.veganmarket.co.uk/
Nottingham Winter Wonderland – Old Market Square, Nottingham
Big central market with rides and food stalls.
Official website: https://www.nottinghamwinterwonderland.co.uk/
Sheffield Vegan Market (Christmas – Vegan Market Co) – Sheffield
Vegan market with comfort food and bakes.
Official website: https://www.veganmarket.co.uk/
Sheffield Christmas Market – Sheffield city centre
Traditional market with chalets.
Official website: https://www.welcometosheffield.co.uk/christmas
Leicester Vegan Market (Christmas – Vegan Market Co) – Leicester
Vegan market with hot food and ethical gifts.
Official website: https://www.veganmarket.co.uk/
Leicester Christmas Market – Leicester
City‑centre market with seasonal stalls.
Official website: https://www.visitleicester.info/see-and-do/events/christmas
Durham Vegan Market (Christmas – Vegan Market Co) – Durham
Vegan market in a beautiful cathedral city.
Official website: https://www.veganmarket.co.uk/
Durham Christmas Festival & Markets – Durham
Festive markets and events across the city.
Official website: https://durhamchristmasfestival.com/
Newcastle Vegan Market (Christmas – Vegan Market Co) – Newcastle upon Tyne
Vegan market with hearty food and sweet treats.
Official website: https://www.veganmarket.co.uk/
Newcastle Christmas Market – Newcastle city centre
Central market with food and gift stalls.
Official website: https://www.newcastlegateshead.com/christmas
WALES
Cardiff Vegan Christmas Market – Cardiff
Dedicated vegan Christmas market with food and gifts.
Official website: https://veganchristmasmarket.co.uk/cardiff/
Cardiff Christmas Market – Cardiff city centre
Central market with crafts and food.
Official website: https://www.cardiffchristmasmarket.com/
Swansea Vegan Christmas Market – Swansea
Vegan Christmas market, often at the National Waterfront Museum.
Official website: https://www.veganfairs.co.uk/ or local listings via https://www.visitswanseabay.com/
Swansea Christmas Market – Swansea city centre
Traditional Christmas market with food and gifts.
Official website: https://www.swansea.gov.uk/christmas
Newport Vegan Market (Christmas – Vegan Market Co) – Newport
Vegan market with festive editions.
Official website: https://www.veganmarket.co.uk/
Wrexham Vegan Market (Christmas – Vegan Market Co) – Wrexham
Vegan market in North Wales with food and gifts.
Official website: https://www.veganmarket.co.uk/
SCOTLAND
Glasgow Vegan Christmas Market – Glasgow
Busy vegan Christmas market with food and charities.
Official website: https://www.glasgowveganevents.com/ (or via Facebook “Glasgow Vegan Christmas Market”)
Glasgow Vegan Market (Christmas – Vegan Market Co) – Glasgow
Vegan market with festive editions.
Official website: https://www.veganmarket.co.uk/
Glasgow Christmas Markets – George Square & St Enoch Square
Big city markets with rides and food stalls.
Official website: https://www.glasgowlife.org.uk/whats-on/christmas
Edinburgh Vegan Market (Christmas – Vegan Market Co) – Edinburgh
Vegan market with food and gifts.
Official website: https://www.veganmarket.co.uk/
Edinburgh Christmas Market – Princes Street Gardens, Edinburgh
Huge, iconic Christmas market.
Official website: https://www.edinburgh-christmas.com/
Inverness Vegan Christmas Market – Inverness
Growing vegan event in the Highlands.
(Usually listed on) Official website: https://www.veganfairs.co.uk/ or local listings via https://www.invernessfestivals.com/
Inverness Christmas Market / winter events – Inverness
Festive markets and events.
Official website: https://www.invernessfestivals.com/
Aberdeen Vegan Market (Christmas – Vegan Market Co) – Aberdeen
Vegan market with hot food and gifts.
Official website: https://www.veganmarket.co.uk/
Aberdeen Christmas Village & Market – Aberdeen
Festive village with rides and stalls.
Official website: https://www.aberdeeninspired.com/festive
Dundee Vegan Market (Christmas – Vegan Market Co) – Dundee
Vegan market with a friendly, local feel.
Official website: https://www.veganmarket.co.uk/
Dundee Christmas events / markets – Dundee
Seasonal markets and events.
Official website: https://www.dundeecity.gov.uk/events
NORTHERN IRELAND
Belfast Vegan Market (Christmas – Vegan Market Co) – Belfast
Vegan market with food and ethical gifts.
Official website: https://www.veganmarket.co.uk/
Belfast Christmas Market – Belfast City Hall
Well‑known Christmas market with stalls from around the world.
Official website: https://visitbelfast.com/whats-on/belfast-christmas-market/
Derry/Londonderry Vegan Market (Christmas – Vegan Market Co) – Derry
Vegan market with local traders.
Official website: https://www.veganmarket.co.uk/
Derry Christmas events / markets – Derry
Festive events and markets across the city.
Official website: https://www.visitderry.com/whats-on/christmas
Quick Tips for Visiting Christmas Markets as a Vegan Family
- Check ahead: Look at event websites or social media for up‑to‑date info and to see if they highlight vegan traders.
- Go early: Quieter, easier with kids and better chance of your favourite stall not selling out.
- Take containers and bags: Great for leftovers and helps cut down on packaging.
- Plan for crowds: Some of the big city markets get very busy in the evenings and at weekends, so daytime visits are usually more family‑friendly.
However you like to “do” Christmas – full‑on sparkle, low‑key and cosy, or somewhere in between – there are now plenty of places in the UK where you can enjoy the festive magic without compromising your values.
Use this list as a starting point:
- Pick a couple of local markets you can easily get to with the kids.
- Choose one bigger city market to make a special day or weekend of it.
- And don’t forget to support the smaller vegan fairs – they’re often where you’ll find the most creative food and independent makers.
If you visit any of these markets, I’d love to know what you thought and which vegan stalls you’d recommend. And if I’ve missed a brilliant vegan‑friendly Christmas market near you, let me know so I can add it to the list and help other families find it too.
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