Christmas Events in North Devon – Markets, Barnstaple Light Switch On, and More!
Celebrate the Season: Christmas Events in North Devon
If you’re celebrating the festive season with us in North Devon, you’ll be thrilled to know that the local area is bursting with holiday magic for all ages! From dazzling light switch-ons to magical Christmas markets, here’s your guide to North Devon’s Christmas events.
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🌟 Barnstaple Christmas Light Switch-On
📅 Date: Saturday 28th November, 2024
🕒 Time: 5:00pm – 8:00pm
📍 Location: The Square, The Guildhall, Cross Street, The Strand, The Pannier Market, The Shambles
Kick off the festive season with Barnstaple’s Christmas light switch-on! Key timings and events:
5:00 PM – Stagecoach Performing Arts
5:30 PM – North Devon Gang Show
6:00 PM – Christmas Light Switch-On with a special guest
6:05 PM – DJ BUNNYNOTBONNIE is back, spinning hits until 8 PM
🎅 Santa’s Grotto at the Guildhall
Meet Santa in his enchanting grotto, with a £2 entry donation supporting the Mayor’s chosen charities.
🚂 Children’s Charity Christmas Train
Hop on this festive train for a jolly ride down Cross Street.
🔗 More Info: Barnstaple Light Switch On
🎅 Braunton Christmas Craft Market
📅 Date: Saturday 16th November, 2024
🕒 Time: 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM
📍 Location: Caen Street Car Park
Experience the magic of the Braunton Christmas Craft Market with stalls full of handmade crafts and seasonal treats.
🔗 More Info: Braunton Christmas Craft Market
🛍️ Affinity Devon Christmas Market
📅 Dates: Saturday and Sunday, 16th & 17th November 2024
🕒 Time: Saturday and Sunday, 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM
📍 Location: Affinity Devon Shopping Village, Bideford
The Affinity Devon Shopping Village will be hosting their annual Christmas market featuring over 70 festive stalls, live music, food and drink stands and entertainment for all of the family, including circus and bubble shows, a festive trail, and children’s workshops. Perfect for holiday shopping and festive fun! Free parking on site.
🔗 More Info: Affinity Devon
🎄 Christmas at Arlington Court
📅 Dates: 16th Nov – 15th Dec: Sat, Sun & Mon 10:00AM – 4:00PM // 16th Dec – 5th Jan: Open daily, 10:00AM – 3:00PM (But closed 24th, 25th, 26th)
📍 Location: Arlington Court, near Barnstaple
Step back in time to a Victorian Christmas at Arlington Court! This beautiful Devon National Trust estate will be transformed with stunning holiday decorations to host its famous annual Christmas events. Take part in a festive family activity trail around the gardens and grounds, see the return of the vegetable nativity, snap a photo on the sleigh, visit the garden for the ’12 days of Christmas’ or explore the wider estate on a winter walk.
🎅 Father Christmas will be visiting Arlington for 3 days on the 21st, 22nd and 23rd of December, in the lead-up to Christmas Day.
🎵 On Sunday 8 December, Barnstaple ladies choir will be putting on a special Christmas carol performance in the staircase hall at 3.30pm.
🔗 More Info: National Trust – Arlington Court
✨ RHS Rosemoor Glow
📅 Dates: November 15th to December 28, 2024
🕒 Time: Selected evenings from 4:30 PM (last entry 6:45PM)
📍 Location: RHS Garden Rosemoor, Torrington
Step into a world of light at RHS Rosemoor’s Glow event! Walk through illuminated gardens, enjoy festive music, and indulge in holiday shopping and dining options.
🔗 More Info: RHS Rosemoor
🎄 North Devon Christmas Market – Braunton
📅 Date: TBC
🕒 Time: TBC
📍 Location: Braunton Village, Caen Street Car Park
Braunton’s North Devon Christmas Market returns with over 150 stalls, including food, gifts, crafts, and live performances. This community event also includes Santa’s Grotto, making it a wonderful family outing.
🔗 More Info: North Devon Christmas Market
🎄 Woodpecker Christmas Market
📅 Date: December 15, 2024
🕒 Time: 12:00 PM – 6:00 PM
📍 Location: The Woodpecker, Ilfracombe
Bring the family, have fun and enjoy the amazing local Christmas stalls! The Woodpecker will be serving up fresh pigs in blankets, roasties and hot chocolates all day, and their famous pizza and cocktails will also be available – what’s not to love?!
🔗 More Info: Woodpecker Christmas Market
🎄 Mullacott Indoor Christmas Market
📅 Date: December 15, 2024
🕒 Time: 1:00 PM
📍 Location: Mullacott Event Centre, Honeycleave Farm
Join the team at Mullacott for a delightful Indoor Christmas Market this holiday season! Free parking and free entry. Bring the whole family along to browse a charming selection of festive stalls, visit Santa’s Grotto, and let the kids enjoy a magical pony ride! As you explore the market, warm up with a glass of mulled wine or cider, the perfect accompaniment to the festive atmosphere.
🔗 More Info: Mullacott Indoor Christmas Market
From beautiful Devon Christmas lights to magical markets, North Devon offers something special for everyone. Enjoy the festive season and create holiday memories to cherish! Not booked yet? Use the buttons below or click here to search all availability.
