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Winchester Cathedral Christmas Market

Winchester Cathedral Close, Winchester · 20 November to 22 December 2026

20 Nov to 22 Dec

Wooden chalets in the style of a German Christmas market fill the historic Close around Winchester Cathedral for just over a month, selling handmade gifts, local food and festive drinks. The cathedral itself runs Christmas services, music and tours alongside the market.

Highlights

  • Chalets set in the grounds of the cathedral Close
  • Handcrafted gifts and artisan food from selected traders
  • Late opening until 8pm on Fridays and Saturdays
  • Carols, lights and mulled wine around the stalls

Good to know

  • Weekends are very busy; the cathedral suggests a weekday visit if you are bringing a dog, pushchair or wheelchair
  • Three entrances: Curles Passage to the right of the cathedral, Colebrook Street (Water Gate) and St Swithun's Street
  • City centre parking is limited, so the cathedral recommends the train or Winchester's park and ride, which runs later on late opening nights
  • Groups arriving by coach must book a free drop-off slot on The Broadway

Getting there

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Winchester Cathedral Close, Winchester Cathedral, 9 The Close, Winchester, SO23 9LS

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