Hosted in the Lady Elizabeth Wing in the beautiful Holkham Park, a Christmas market complete with live music awaits you. Delights are on offer from favourites such as the Dedham Fudge Company, Norton’s Dairy and The Norfolk Cookie Company and 60 fellow local and regional producers. holkham.co.uk

1-3 December, Wales

Carmarthenshire’s biggest festive event will take place in the beautiful surroundings of Aberglasney Gardens at the start of December. Cheerful festive music, exciting entertainment, artisan stall holders, and delicious food and drink are promised. A complimentary glass of Santa’s favourite tipple (mulled wine) and a tasty mince pie will welcome visitors, and families can pop into the Aberglasney grotto to say hello to Santa too. Aberglasney.org

Christmas at Holkham. Credit: Holkham

2-3 December, Kent

Water Lane have curated a vibrant and eclectic collection of stall holders this year, who will offer a dreamy selection of textiles, ceramics, jewellery, homewares, home fragrance, leather goods, cards, art prints, decorative objects and vintage pieces to browse. Some familiar faces include Thorsten Van Elten, Cambridge Imprint, and Bloom & Burn. Brands will also be hosted in Water Lane’s iconic greenhouses, making it a worthwhile trip for garden lovers too who wish to explore their working kitchen garden. Waterlane.net

24 – 25 November, Midhurst

Known for its discerning curation of vintage-inspired English and French decorative homewares, antiques and accessories, The Country Brocante will stage its Winter Gathering in the elegant surroundings of the Cowdray Walled Garden, promising stands filled with everything needed for impressive festive tablescapes and

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