Illustration of a family sharing roasted chestnuts and warm mugs at a Christmas market table in falling snow (Newcastle's Christmas Village at Old Eldon Square)

Newcastle's Christmas Village at Old Eldon Square

Visitors can wander through stalls run by regional traders across Grey Street, Grainger Street, Nelson Street, and around the Monument. Attractions include a Christmas Village at Old Eldon Square with a Ferris wheel, Marshmallow Land, and Festive Flix, alongside igloos at the North Pole Terrace and the Moosenwirt alpine bar. Families can also enjoy live shows on the Rockin’ Reindeer stage and Santa Stories.

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Plan Your Visit

When

Tickets

£0.00.

Hours

12:00 am–12:00 am.

Ages

All ages

Food & Drink

Visitors can enjoy seasonal food, grab a mulled wine and visit the Moosenwirt alpine bar.

Going?

Location

Grey's Monument, Grainger Street, Newcastle upon Tyne, UK Get Directions

Local Insight & Ratings

Family Friendly

🎄 🎄 🎄 🎄 🎄 (5/5)

Best For

Families with children and christmas shoppers

Vibe

Festive and lively

Energy Level

Moderate

Photo Friendly

High

Weather Sensitivity

High

Tips & Advice

  • Come by train, Metro or local bus, or walk from a city-centre hotel, since the market is spread through central Newcastle.
  • Keep a close eye on children around the stalls, as the market areas can get busy and crowded.
  • Pop into the Grainger Market too, which has extended openings and events, and where some of the market's traders have their usual stalls.
  • Walk over to Old Eldon Square for the Christmas Village, which now has Marshmallow Land, Festive Flix and the Ferris wheel.
  • Warm up in an igloo at the North Pole Terrace or at the Moosenwirt alpine bar between browsing the stalls.

Special Events & Promotions

  • New at the Christmas Village at Old Eldon Square this year: Marshmallow Land, Festive Flix and the Ferris wheel.
  • The market is extended this year, with over 70 traders on Grey Street, Grainger Street, Nelson Street and around the Monument.
  • The Moosenwirt alpine bar returns.
  • Grainger Market has extended openings and events over the season.

Links & Contact

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is it suitable for young children?

Yes. Little ones can enjoy Santa Stories and live shows on the Rockin' Reindeer stage. The stall areas get busy, so keep children supervised in the crowds.

What's at the Christmas Village?

The Christmas Village at Old Eldon Square now has Marshmallow Land, Festive Flix and the Ferris wheel.

What's the best way to get there?

The market is in central Newcastle, which is well served by train, Metro and local buses. Many visitors come by public transport or walk from nearby hotels.

What food and drink is there?

Seasonal food and mulled wine at the stalls, igloos at the North Pole Terrace, and the Moosenwirt alpine bar.

Who runs the stalls?

Over 70 traders, mostly from the region, including some Grainger Market vendors.

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