Newcastle Christmas Market 2024 Dates at Grey’s Monument

The Newcastle Christmas Market is once again expanding, becoming the city’s key winter attraction. Based around Grey’s Monument, stalls will line Grainger Street and Grey Street, extending up Percy Street towards Old Eldon Square.

Read on for confirmed dates, all locations and what to expect.

Newcastle Christmas Market 2024

Dates – Confirmed

Newcastle Christmas Market dates: 16th November to 22nd December 2024 (confirmed).

Update: Dates were announced in April. Sign up for our newsletter for future updates.

Source: Dates are obtained directly from the council, available here.

Plan Your Visit

Location and Times

Location: Grey’s Monument, Grainger Street, Grey Street and Old Eldon Square.
Opening times: 9am to 5pm.
Christmas Day: Closed.

Travel and Accommodation

Recommended tour: Grainger Town street food tour.
Public transport: Metro: Monument.
Parking: Please take public transport to help limit congestion. Eldon Square Multi-Storey is nearby.
Where to stay: The Maldron Hotel is a popular hotel near Grainger Street.

Amenities and Attractions

Admission: Free.
Christmas lights: Bergen tree lights and switch-on. Normally at Grey Street. Date yet to be announced.
Santa: Yes. Santa’s Grotto is at Grainger Street.
Ice skating: No.
Reason to visit: The focus on local traders and eco-friendly products.

Dietary Options

Vegetarian: Yes, plenty of options.
Vegan: Yes, plenty of options.
Gluten-free: Limited. Ask individual vendors, but beware of cross-contamination.
Specialities: International street food stalls including German, Caribbean, Spanish and Greek food.

Accessibility

Accessible: Yes.
Pet-friendly: Yes, but not recommended during busy periods.

Convenient Hotels

An ideal accommodation choice in the city centre is the eco-friendly Maldron Hotel near Grainger Street and less than 5 minutes to Grey’s Monument.

Read our UK Christmas Markets List to find more places to visit this winter.

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Christmas in Newcastle

Newcastle’s market features a mix of local businesses and independent retailers, promoting a strong ‘shop local’ ethos.

Alongside the local vendors, the International Market showcases global cuisines and crafts. The market also includes live entertainment with local musicians and choirs, adding to the atmosphere.

While it may be smaller than some other markets, it has a unique variety of food, gifts, tree decorations and stocking fillers. Full details on the stalls are provided below.

At the Food Stalls

• Brown Ale: It’s hard to visit Newcastle without encountering its renowned Brown Ale, even in meat and dessert dishes.
• Stotties: A traditional Geordie bread roll filled with hot roasted meats.
• Singin’ Hinny: A Northumberland classic griddle cake.
• Geordie Bangers: Specialty sausages with creative flavours cooked on open-air grills.
• Hot Spiced Cider: A lighter alternative to mulled wine.
• Gingerbread Cookies: Festive biscuits.
• Crow Events: Authentic German sausages and currywurst.
• Dipple Tripple & Co: Spirits and handcrafted liqueurs.
• Acropolis Street Food: Greek street food.
• Deli Churros: Hot churros with chocolate dipping sauce.
• Divine Caribbean Cuisine: Jerk chicken wraps and street food.
• Geordie Banger Co: Based in North Shields, it sells sausages and burgers.
• Greens Hot Chocolate: Range of hot chocolate flavours, like Baileys and brandy.
• Lewis Stokes: Classic roast chestnuts and mulled wine.
• Petite Creperie: A touch of France in Newcastle.
• Meat Stack: The well-loved burger bar.
• Redheads Mac ‘n’ Cheese: Comfort food with a cheesy twist.
• Tel und Gins: German market food and drinks.
• Moosenwirt Bar: Pop-up Alpine bar.
• Black Storm Brewery: For craft beer enthusiasts.
• The Brownie Bar: Chocolate brownies and blondies.

Gifts and Stocking Fillers

• Brown Ale: Drinks and gift sets.
• Roasted Coffee: Artisanal coffee roasters from the city.
• Northumbrian Cheese: Great for foodies and gift hampers.
• Decorations: Classic baubles, stars, lights, wreaths and gift packaging.
• B Crafty: Slate signs and box-painted glass.
• Baliwood Workshop: Wooden and metal ornaments and gifts.
• Bcreative: Interesting gifts, homewares and kitchen items.
• Calorie Balance: Sports clothing and accessories.
• The Eco Stall: Plastic-free products, including toiletries, home products, and eco-friendly gifts.
• Little Crumbs: Children’s toys and fun stocking fillers for kids.
• No 11 Home Interiors: Home accessories and ornaments.
• Feel Pretty: Dried flowers and nature-inspired gifts and accessories.
• From the Olive Tree: Handmade carvings and homewares.
• Julian Scott: Cushions, metal signs and unique homewares.
• Loose Thread: Vintage clothing at Old Eldon Square.
• Minimalist Accessories: Streamlined aesthetic gifts and toys.

Responsible Travel Tips

• Shop mindfully. Only purchase what you 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.

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