Northampton may be know for it’s historic shoe factories, it’s large parks, and it’s enormous range of takeaway joints, but it’s definitely not known for it’s Christmas markets. For the real Christmas experience, you’re going to have to travel further afield, and we’re giving you two of the nearest options:
Ely, Cambridge
Okay this may not be the largest by any means, but it has that traditional feel about it, and it’s always dressed up in style. The great thing is there’s plenty of mulled wine and hot dog stalls without the excessive queues!
Birmingham
This one is obviously a bit further but it is one of the largest, and it runs all the way up to the 22nd December. It’s one of the only traditional Frankfurt Christmas markets in the UK, and there are nearly 200 stalls to visit!