Winchcombe’s Christmas Festival is back for two days this December. There is a traditional market on Thursday and a new shopping trail on Friday.
Thursday 3 December: market day
The market runs from midday to 8pm, with more than 50 stalls selling gifts and festive food. Over 70 real Christmas trees will line the town centre streets.
- Carol singing and live music
- Street entertainers and Morris dancers
- Choirs, bands and community groups
- Late-night shopping in the town centre
Friday 4 December: shopping trail
Friday has a new format. Instead of an outdoor market, around 20 festive pop-ups will be set up inside independent shops and venues across the town, from 10am to 4pm.
It is a chance to find local makers and independent traders, and to buy presents while supporting the businesses that keep the town busy.
Getting there and questions
Winchcombe is a short bus ride from Cheltenham on the Stagecoach W service, which does not run on Sundays. Check the timetable before you travel, as times can change in December.
Stallholder and entertainment updates are posted on the festival’s Facebook page. For other questions, email winchcombechristmasfestival@gmail.com.
