Christmas is only three months away – where are you celebrating the festivities this year? What are your plans? If you still haven’t made any arrangements, then check out these places that offer the best Christmas market breaks in UK. Pick one of these, and you’ll have the best Christmas ever.
Birmingham – Nov 17 to Dec 29
The Frankfurt Christmas Market is one of the biggest in UK and the largest in Germany. Get engrossed in the magical atmosphere at Victoria Square while you enjoy German delicacies such as meat, pastries and wine.
And when you are done eating and drinking, visit the Craft Fair as well, which is right next to the Christmas market and goes on till Chamberlain Square; you’re going to come across some beautiful handmade gifts here.
Belfast – Nov 19 to Dec 22
Belfast’s Christmas market is held at the City Hall gardens which are decorated to resemble a local village. You can wander through the stalls, and try out the ever so delicious sausages, cheese, French tarts and Belgian chocolates. You can even have some continental food, and it’s really good. Many stalls offer decorative pieces, arts crafts and clothing as well, which you can search through for some last minute gifts.
Manchester – Nov 10 to Dec 20
Manchester organizes several Christmas markets throughout the city. Some of these are German styled, whereas others follow French themes. Brazennose Street sets up an international market that offers leather goods, jewellery and speciality foods from all over the world.
Glasgow – Nov 10 to Dec 29
This Christmas market is set up at St. Enoch Square, offering a huge range of international goods. Food items include hog roasts, French crepes, mulled wine, and Bavarian beers. Another market at George Square also offers rides and live entertainment.