It’s that time of year when markets and charity fayres start to pop up all around the island, giving us the opportunity to support local makers and small businesses. It’s a great way to meet some of the many local artisans here in Guernsey while you make a start on your Christmas shopping… and it's also an excuse to treat yourself!
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Sunday 9th November at The Peninsula Hotel, 11.00am - 5.00pm
The winter fayre at the Peninsula is back and once again a wide variety of local small businesses will be sharing lots of gift ideas for the festive season. The restaurant and bar will be open throughout the event. Details here.
Sunday 9th November at Les Cotils, 11.00am - 4.00pm
This annual market promises to deliver a great selection of local artisans & small businesses bringing you stalls filled with Christmas Cheer. Details here.
From Friday 14th November at 26 Cornet Street, open Mon-Sat 11.00am to 5.00pm
Step through the historic green doors where you’ll find glowing grates in the fireplace, an overflowing sweet counter and festive tables stocked with vintage gift ideas. In December, the shop is open on Thursdays until 8pm, with mince pies and mulled wine. Details here.
Saturday 15th November at Oatlands, 1.00pm - 5.00pm
Pop along to the Courtyard Christmas market at Oatlands. Set in the beautiful outdoor courtyard, you’ll find local stallholders plus the regular courtyard businesses will be open, including The Kiln for lunch and Oaty and Joey’s playbarn. Details here.
Sunday 16th November at Les Caches Farm, 11.00am to 4.00pm
Pop along to the first festive market at this beautiful National Trust of Guernsey venue. Alongside stall holders offering all sorts of festive gifts, there will be children’s workshops and activities. Food and drink available too. Details here.
Sunday 16th November at Beau Sejour, 10.00am - 4.00pm
The annual Round Table Christmas Fayre supports local charities,with over 50 charity stalls selling a variety of gifts and baked goods, with fun and activities for kids of all ages, including Santa's Grotto.
Friday 21st November at St Sampsons High School, 6.00pm to 7.45pm
With a great mix of different local stallholders, raffle prizes, music, food and drinks, the Baubingy Schools PTA has pulled out all the stops for this evening market event. Details here.
Sunday 23 November at St Pierre Park Hotel, 11.00am to 5.00pm
Promising festive fun for the whole family, look forward to exploring over 100 local stalls selling gifts, decorations and more at one of the bigger Christmas fayres of the season. You’ll also find a selection of festive food and drinks to choose from. Details here.
Monday 8th December at Saumarez Park, from 5.00pm to 8.00pm
The National Trust is hosting its annual Christmas market, set in the cobbled courtyard surrounded by heritage buildings in the park. It promises to be a festive evening, with Christmas carols, artisan stallholders and winter warming food. Details here.
Thursday evenings in December
Late night shopping will be back on Thursday evenings in December, with businesses staying open until 9pm so you can shop ‘til you drop - mulled wine and dinner with friends optional.
Saturdays in December
Market Square will be filled with stallholders on Saturdays in the lead up to Christmas, enhancing the 'shop local' experience in town throughout December.
Various dates throughout November and December
Ok, so we know this isn't technically a market, but it is a bit of a Christmas tradition! Head over to Herm to browse the Herm gift shop, take in a walk and savour a mulled wine at the Mermaid. The Puffin post box will be open for letters to Santa. Details here.
Various late night shopping events
Spend an evening feeling festive in Alderney, browsing the boutique shops in Victoria Street and rounding off your night with a mulled wine or dinner in one of the island’s cosy pubs. There’s also a selection of festive events running throughout November and December. Details here.
Are there more markets taking place? Get in touch and we'll add them to the list.