11 winter markets you can go to in Liverpool to get you feeling Christmassy

Liverpool winter markets are a perfect place to find one-off gifts and they’re not just a place to shop, they’re a real festive experience.

If you’re looking to buy local and independent this year, here are 11 Liverpool winter markets you can go to get you feeling Christmassy …

Sefton Park Palm House – November 15-17

One of the most beautiful settings in the city, the popular Pop-Up Winter Market returns to the Palm House over three days with makers, bakers, ceramicists, artists and live music. There’s also a food market selling artisan pies, preserves, cakes and gin as well as hot food. Friday 2pm to 7pm, and Saturday & Sunday 10.30am to 5pm. 

Find out more here.

Bombed Out Church – November 16 & 17

Saturday and Sunday at the Bombed Out Church will be all about local creators when the Makers Market returns for two days of festive shopping, live music and free crafting for kids. On from 10am to 4pm, you can start checking off your list for family and friends, and even your four-legged mate because there’ll be a stall selling natural doggie treats.

Find out more here.

Strawberry Field – November 23

There’s loads going on at Strawberry Field in the run-up to Christmas and on Saturday November 23 it’ll be opening those famous red gates for its annual festive craft fair. Some lovely work from local crafters will be on sale between 10am and 4pm and Recycles Merseyside will be there offering free bike checks, repairs and demos. 

Find out more here.

The Lake House, Waterloo – November 23 & 24

The Lake House has one of the most gorgeous locations overlooking Crosby Marine Lake and on Saturday November 23 & Sunday November 24 it will be hosting the Simply Vibrant Christmas Makers Market. It’s on from 10am to 3pm on both days, admission’s free and there’ll be stalls showcasing over 30 makers.

Find out more here.

Formby Hall – November 24

Head to Formby Hall golf resort & spa on Sunday November 24 and you’ll have a good chance of ticking off your to-buy list because it’s holding a Christmas Market featuring more than 50 local businesses. Between 12pm and 3pm, it’s promising something for everyone from handmade crafts and beautiful art to delicious food and drink. 

Find out more here.

The Art Quarter at Metquarter – November 30 & December 1

The Art Quarter in Metquarter is a great place to find art and creative gifts all year round and now it’s making pressie buying even easier with a two-day Winter Market. You’ll be able to browse an array of stalls between 11am and 5pm on the Saturday and Sunday, so it’s a chance to find something unique and support small businesses.

Find out more here.

Royal Albert Dock – December 1

The ever-popular Makers Market returns to the Albert Dock for one more time before the big day with stalls all around one of Liverpool’s most historic attractions creating a super-Christmassy atmosphere. It’s on between 11am and 4pm and you’ll be spoiled for choice with a pop-up artisan market, festive treats, entertainment and food. 

Find out more here.

Buyers Club – December 5

If you thought Buyers Club in Hardman Yard was just for amazing pasta and pizza, then think again because on Thursday December 5 its Christmas Market is back for a second year with handcrafted gifts. It starts at 3pm and there’ll be a DJ on from 4pm as well as mulled wine, hot choc and Buyers favourite cacio e pepe beans.

Find out more here.

Bluecoat – December 7

Bluecoat on School Lane has a fabulous creative community and this is the perfect time of year to showcase their talents. In addition to an exhibition where you can buy works from the gallery, on Saturday December 7 between 11am and 4pm it will host the Bluecoat Arts Market so you can treat someone special to a piece of art.

Find out more here.

Aintree Racecourse – December 14

Good Markets have become a really popular date at venues across the region, and less than two weeks to go to Christmas Day they’re coming to Aintree Racecourse. Head to the Rum & Ginger Bar between 11am and 4pm on Saturday December 14 and you’ll sort any remaining Christmas shopping and maybe pick up a few goodies for yourself while you’re there.

Find out more here.

Southport Market Hall – December 15

There’s a packed calendar of events lined up at Southport Market in the weeks up to Christmas and that includes a Festive Artisan Market on Sunday December 15.  Running from 11am to 4pm, there’ll be a fantastic selection of gifts to buy such as jewellery, candles, homeware, textiles and artwork as well as tasty food.

Find out more here.

Find out what’s on across Liverpool this Christmas here.