Wells Christmas Markets
Historic streets across the city centre fill with over 200 artisan stalls offering a wide range of gifts, food, drink, and festive treats. Visitors can explore local displays, take in seasonal lights, and enjoy live musical entertainment. The Wells City Band also performs festive music and Christmas carols in the Town Hall.
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Plan Your Visit
Website / Tickets
When
Hours
Saturday 9am-3pm; Sunday 10am-3pm.
Food & Drink
Stalls offer food and drink as well as festive treats.
Parking
The page directs visitors to the Wells parking information page. It says Wells Bus Station is about a five-minute walk from the Market Place and mentions regular bus services connecting Wells with Bath, Bristol and other places.
Going?
Location
Tips & Advice
- Take the bus to Wells Bus Station, about a five-minute walk from the Market Place; services connect Wells with Bath, Bristol, and other towns.
- If driving, consult the Wells parking information and note the individual car park arrangements, especially at supermarket car parks.
- Plan around the different market opening hours: Saturday opens earlier than Sunday.
- Allow time to browse the more than 200 artisan stalls and visit the Town Hall for the band’s Saturday performances.
- Traders interested in a stall can register their interest using the online application form.
Special Events & Promotions
- The market has different opening hours on Saturday and Sunday.
- Wells City Band performs Christmas carols and festive music at the Town Hall on Saturday, 12 December.
- The 2026 Sunday market programme is a pilot; the Christmas Market is a special two-day event.
Links & Contact
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Frequently Asked Questions
What can visitors find at Wells Christmas Markets?
More than 200 artisan stalls sell gifts, food, drink, and festive treats, with additional stalls, festive displays, and family-friendly activities across the town centre.
Is there live music during the market weekend?
Wells City Band performs Christmas carols and festive music in the Town Hall on Saturday.
Where can I park, and is public transport available?
Wells has off-street car parks within walking distance of the centre. The bus station is about a five-minute walk from the Market Place, with services connecting Wells to Bath, Bristol, and other towns.
How can traders apply for a stall?
Traders can register their interest by completing the online application form for the 2026 Christmas Market.
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