Illustration of a Christmas market sweets stall with hanging heart cookies and a baker offering a sample (Southern Maltings Winterfest Christmas Market)

Southern Maltings Winterfest Christmas Market

Southern Maltings hosts approximately 45 curated stalls across two indoor floors and the Malt Garden, featuring local art, handmade gifts, crafts, decorations, wreaths, and handcrafted homeware. Visitors can enjoy refreshments such as mince pies and mulled wine while exploring independent local makers. Public pianos are also set out on each floor for anyone to play festive music.

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Plan Your Visit

When

Tickets

Entry is FREE; donations are welcome.

Hours

10:00 am–3:00 pm.

Ages

All ages

Food & Drink

Mince pies and mulled wine are available.

Going?

Location

Southern Maltings · Kibes Lane, Ware, Hertfordshire SG12 7BS Get Directions

Local Insight & Ratings

Family Friendly

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Best For

Early christmas shoppers and handmade-gift seekers

Vibe

Festive and community-focused

Energy Level

Moderate

Photo Friendly

Moderate

Weather Sensitivity

Moderate

Tips & Advice

  • Leave time to explore both floors and the Malt Garden, because the roughly 45 stalls are spread across all three spaces.
  • No ticket is needed, so you can simply turn up and browse the stalls whenever suits you over the weekend.
  • Sit down at one of the public pianos if you play, as there is one on each floor and everyone is welcome.
  • Bring something for a donation, since Southern Maltings is a volunteer-run local charity and proceeds go towards developing the arts centre.
  • Makers hoping to trade should use the apply-to-exhibit form and have public liability insurance in place, which every stall requires.

Links & Contact

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Frequently Asked Questions

What can I buy?

About 45 stallholders sell local art, produce and crafts, Christmas decorations and wreaths, toys, books, jewellery and handcrafted homeware. All are local makers and small independent businesses.

Where are the stalls set out?

The market fills two floors of Southern Maltings and the Malt Garden.

Is there food and drink?

Yes. There's mulled wine and mince pies, and the SMart Cafe serves food and refreshments.

Can anyone play the pianos?

Yes. Public pianos are out all weekend, one on each floor. Everyone is welcome to play a Christmas tune, from beginners to regular performers.

How do I get a stall?

Fill in the apply-to-exhibit form to join the database and hear about future markets. Every stallholder must have public liability insurance.

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