YOU can’t help but be captivated by a Christmas market – all those tastes, aromas and inspirational gift ideas, just waiting to be explored. Here’s a rundown of Devon’s best.

November 11 - 12
AFFINITY DEVON OUTLET SHOPPING CHRISTMAS MARKET
This two-day market at the Affinity Devon Outlet Shopping Centre in Bideford will host over 60 stalls, accompanied by entertainment for all the family.
missivyevents.co.uk/event/bideford-christmas-market-12th-13th-november

November 16 - 18; November 23-25 and December 2 - 3
RHS ROSEMOOR MAGIC OF CHRISTMAS CRAFT AND FOOD FAIR
This is a great opportunity to explore the lovely RHS Rosemoor and find gifts and treats in the process. During the day, entry is included with garden admission and in the evenings, admission is included with RHS Glow illumination event tickets.
www.rhs.org.uk/gardens/rosemoor/whats-on/rosemoor-at-christmas

November 17 - December 17
EXETER CATHEDRAL CHRISTMAS MARKET
The market is set in traditional wooden chalets, inspired by German markets. There will also be events and activities on in the cathedral, including carol services, concerts, events and tours. Admission to the cathedral is free throughout the Christmas Market period, you can take the opportunity to see Peter Walker's stunning Light of Hope Star installation.
www.exeter-cathedral.org.uk

November 18
FESTIVE LOVE LOCAL MARKET
Tavistock’s famous Butchers Hall building will be hosting the Festive Love Local Gift Market, featuring an array of Yuletide themed local gift and food & drink exhibitors.
missivyevents.co.uk/event/festive-local-local-market-18th-november

November 24
LOVE TOPSHAM CHRISTMAS MARKET
Love Topsham’s annual Festive Market will take place on the same evening of the Christmas Lights Switch On in the town’s St Margaret’s Church with over 20 stalls showcasing arts, crafts, food and drink from Exeter’s finest artisan producers.
lovetopsham.co.uk/christmas-2023

November 25 - 26
PAVILLION'S CHRISTMAS GIFT AND CRAFT FAIR
Head to Teignmouth’s Pavilions building for an eye-catching array of local crafts and gifts. There are 40 stalls planned to fill the space over the weekend.
www.pavilionsteignmouth.org.uk/events/christmas-craft-gift-fayre

November 25 - 26 and December 2 - 3
WINTERFEST IN THE BARN CHRISTMAS FAIR
Torre Abbey's popular event takes place across the abbey and the nearby Spanish Barn over weekends. You will also be able to meet alpacas from a local farm and buy a wide range of products from the stallholders.
www.torre-abbey.org.uk/whats-on/winter-fest-in-the-barn

November 30 - December 17
PLYMOUTH CHRISTMAS MARKET
Plymouth’s Piazza comes alive with lights and sound as hundreds of people gather to make the most of the street food, mulled wine and artisan gift stalls.
www.visitplymouth.co.uk/christmas-in-plymouth/christmas-events

December 1 - 3
THE GREAT HALL CRAFT FAIR
The Dartington Trust's inaugural event last winter was a huge success and this year's version promises to be bigger and better. You will find stalls stalls showcasing a wide selection of contemporary craft and design from makers across the south west.
www.dartington.org/event/craft-fair

December 1 -3
DAWLISH CHRISTMAS MARKETS
This event follows the town’s light switch-on on December 1st. The street market will feature over 50 stalls, with fun-filled activities taking place on the Lawn and the Strand in the centre of Dawlish.
www.facebook.com/DawlishCelebrates

This article first appeared in Devon Life magazine.

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