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Essex County Christmas Fair

November 13, 2026

Discover the Essex County Christmas Fair, at the magnificent Boreham House from 13–15 November 2026. Across three festive days, more than 150 carefully selected independent businesses will showcase gifts, handcrafted products, Christmas decorations, fashion, homeware and artisan food and drink.

This event runs across 3 days in November on the following dates:

  • Friday 13th - 2pm – 8pm (last entry 7pm)
  • Saturday 14th - 10am - 6pm (last entry is 5pm)
  • Sunday 15th - 10am - 5pm (last entry 4pm)

Explore heated, shopping marquees and outdoor stalls filled with unique products. Enjoy seasonal food and warming drinks alongside live music, Father Christmas, the Ferris wheel and spectacular festive performers. Join us for atmospheric late-night shopping on Friday or make a full festive day of it over the weekend at the best Christmas market in Essex.

This event will also be attended by:

Robert Fuller;

Tinsmithing & Coppersmithing,

on each day.

What to Expect

Artisan Marketplace

Browse and purchase unique handmade artwork, crafts, and one-of-a-kind pieces directly from creators.

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13
November
Time
10:00 am
Venue
Boreham House, Chelmsford, Essex, CM3 3HY

Discover the Essex County Christmas Fair, at the magnificent Boreham House from 13–15 November 2026. Across three festive days, more than 150 carefully selected independent businesses will showcase gifts, handcrafted products, Christmas decorations, fashion, homeware ...

14
November
Time
10:00 am
Venue
Blackthorpe Barn, Rougham Estate

Come and buy directly from some of the best designer-makers in the UK at Blackthorpe Barn, Rougham Bury St. Edmunds.