Newcastle Christmas Market is expanding in 2022. Based around Grey’s Monument, stalls will line Grainger Street and Grey Street and continue up Percy Street towards Old Eldon Square. Covering a larger area makes for a more relaxed experience where you can take your time with Christmas shopping, snacking and drinking Christmas specialties. Dates for 2022 have been confirmed, so now is the time to start planning your visit.
Although the Christmas market in Newcastle is one of the smaller festive events in the UK, it covers all your bases. Great food is on offer from local traders, and you can buy Christmas gifts, tree decorations and stocking fillers from a variety of stalls.
Newcastle Christmas Market 2022
The Christmas market in Newcastle supports local businesses and artisan craft makers. Some of Newcastle’s most well-known street food providers are hosting Christmas chalets with locally produced cheese, beer, gin and chocolate. Handmade jewellery, clothing, homewares and unique gifts give you plenty of options for stocking fillers.
Newcastle Christmas Market dates: 19th November to 23rd December 2022.
Opening times: 9am to the evening.
Location: Grey’s Monument, Grainger Street, Grey Street and Old Eldon Square.
Reason to visit: The focus on local traders and some eco-friendly products.
Recommended tour: If Christmas market food isn’t enough, take this food tour to experience the best flavours of Newcastle.
Specialities: International food stalls including Caribbean and Greek food.
Where to stay: The Maldron Hotel is ideal for a central stay given its location around the corner from Grainger Street.
Christmas Lights
Newcastle’s Christmas lights switch on takes place on 15th November 2022 at Grey Street.
Hotels near Newcastle Christmas Market
Newcastle has the historic Grainger Market at its centre. From here, you can reach many of the city’s sights, attractions and eateries, as well as the Christmas markets.
Staying in this area will place most places of interest within walking distance.
I suggest staying at the Maldron Hotel as it’s only 1-minute to Grainger Street and less than 5 minutes to Grey’s Monument.
Location of Newcastle Christmas Market
Visit some of the UK’s larger Christmas markets with the help of this guide. Discover where to go, things to do and the best ways to experience local food, history and culture.
Newcastle Gateshead is a great local resource for visitors if you need more trip-planning information. It’s especially useful for finding events and what’s on during your specific trip dates.
Sustainable Travel Tips
The choices we make have an environmental and social impact on the places we visit. Try to implement these responsible travel measures when visiting the Christmas markets.
- Shop mindfully. Only purchase what you really need.
- Walk, cycle and use public transport to get around.
- Stay in a sustainable hotel powered by renewable energy.
- Avoid using plastic or buying items made or packaged with plastic.
- Try to eat locally sourced organic food where possible.
- Limit your consumption of meat and dairy.
- Explore more than just the main tourist areas.
- Support the arts and attend local events.
FAQ
Newcastle Christmas Market is from 19th November to 23rd December 2022.
This year the Christmas markets are located throughout the city centre, at Grey’s Monument, Grainger Street, Grey Street and Old Eldon Square.
When do Newcastle Christmas lights get switched on 2022?
Newcastle’s Christmas lights switch on takes place on 15th November 2022 at Grey Street.
The Christmas markets open at 9am daily.
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