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The best Christmas markets in the UK to visit this winter

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The best Christmas markets in the UK to visit this winter
The best Christmas markets in the UK to visit this winter

WITH the summer heatwave over, Brits will now be looking ahead to the festive season.

And with winter comes Christmas markets - and the UK is home to some of the best in Europe.

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Here's everything you need to know about the UK's best Christmas Markets this yearCredit: Getty

We've rounded up some of the biggest and best Christmas markets in the UK returning this year.

From London to Cardiff - here is everything you need to know.

London Christmas Market

London is home to lots of Christmas markets, but the most popular is Winter Wonderland in Hyde Park.

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The huge attraction will open from November 17 until January 1, 2024.

Not only are there stalls selling food and gifts, but there are attractions including fairground rides and and the biggest open-air ice rink in the country.

You will need to book a ticket to visit although it is free during off-peak hours.

Tickets for London's Winter Wonderland are now on sale
Tickets for London's Winter Wonderland are now on saleCredit: Carolina Faruolo / Fanatic 2019

Manchester Christmas Market

Manchester's Christmas market is one of the biggest in the UK.

The market is set to return this year from November 10, and running until December 21.

However, the official location has not yet been announced, with suggestions it could be at Piccadilly Gardens or St Peter's Square.

Last year there were 220 stalls at the market, selling food, drinks and souvenirs.

Manchester's Christmas Market is free to enter.

Manchester's Christmas Market returns from November 10
Manchester's Christmas Market returns from November 10Credit: Getty - Contributor

Birmingham Christmas Market

Also one of the biggest Christmas markets in the UK is Birmingham.

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Running from November 2 to December 24, it is the largest German Christmas market outside of Germany.

This means you can enjoy classics such as schnitzels, bratwursts and steins of beer.

There are also live music performances throughout the week.

Birmingham Christmas Market is free to enter.

Birmingham's Christmas Market is the largest German-themed one outside of Germany
Birmingham's Christmas Market is the largest German-themed one outside of GermanyCredit: Verity E. Milligan

Nottingham Christmas Market

Nottingham's Christmas Market will run from November 15 until December.

The Winter Wonderland will be across Old Market Square and Trinity Square with more than 70 stalls selling souvenirs and snacks.

There are even rides too, including a Ferris Wheel, ice rink and toboggan slide.

There are lots of themed bars too, including the Ice Bar, Ski Bar and Helter Skelter bar, as well as a rooftop bar.

It's free to enter but you will need tickets for the rides.

Nottingham's Christmas Market has stalls as well as rides and themed bars
Nottingham's Christmas Market has stalls as well as rides and themed barsCredit: Getty

York Christmas Market

York's Christmas Market will run from November 16 to December 22.

There will be alpine-style chalets serving food, drink and gifts.

There will also be some rides including a Helter Skelter.

York's Christmas Market is free to visit.

The Christmas market in York will run from December 16 to December 22
The Christmas market in York will run from December 16 to December 22Credit: Alamy

Bath Christmas Market

Bath's Christmas Market will return from November 23, running until December 10.

Celebrating its 20th anniversary, there will be 170 chalets selling food, gifts and drinks across the city centre.

Bath's Christmas Market is free to enter.

Bath's Christmas Market is celebrating its 20th anniversary
Bath's Christmas Market is celebrating its 20th anniversaryCredit: Getty Images - Getty

Cardiff Christmas Market

The Christmas market in Cardiff will run from November 9 until December 23.

There will be more than 200 stalls across St John Street, Working Street, Trinity Street and the Hayes.

Cardiff Christmas Market is free to enter.

More than 200 stalls will return to Cardiff Christmas Market
More than 200 stalls will return to Cardiff Christmas MarketCredit: PA

Leeds Christmas Market

Leeds' Christmas Market is going to be a much bigger affair this year.

Running from November 24 until December 22, there will be 120 Bavarian-style markets.

The new market will also have three festive-themed outdoor bars this year.

Leeds Christmas Market is free to enter.

The Christmas Market in Leeds is going to be much bigger this year with new bars
The Christmas Market in Leeds is going to be much bigger this year with new barsCredit: Alamy

Edinburgh Christmas Market

Edinburgh's Christmas Market will also be returning this year, and running until 2024.

The markets will open on November 24 until January 3, 2024.

The stalls, selling gifts as well as food and drink, will open across Princes Street Gardens and The Mound.

Edinburgh Christmas Market is free to enter.

Edinburgh's Christmas market will run from November 24 to January 3, 2024
Edinburgh's Christmas market will run from November 24 to January 3, 2024Credit: Alamy

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