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Wholesome, thoughtful, and full of heart.This year, we’re doing Christmas a little differently.
Instead of our large, bustling 3-day market, we’re focusing on a smaller, more curated celebration – one that reflects what matters most to us at Symondsbury Estate: nature, craftsmanship, sustainability, community, and fun for the whole family.
Join us for two beautifully festive days:
Friday 5th December
Merry & Bright | 4pm – 8pm
A heart-warming evening of community and cheer. No market. Just festive spirit, mince pies, Christmas carols and luxurious late night shopping.
Expect:
- A magical Christmas Trail with a chance to win a luxury hamper
- Singing around the Christmas tree with Rock Choir & Symondsbury School Choir
- Mulled cider, delicious festive takeaway food and mince pies
- Santa’s Grotto (fundraising for Bridport Young Performers)
- Late-night shopping in Manor Yard with tastings, discounts & gift wrapping
- Free Christmas floral demonstrations by international florist, Tracy Fox
- Children’s hot chocolate café, storytelling & reindeer food station
Saturday 6th December
AN ARTISAN CHRISTMAS: Pop-Up Christmas Market & Wild Words Literary Festival |10am – 4pm
Pop-Up Christmas Market
A handpicked selection of 19 local artisans and makers inside the Tithe Barn – perfect for finding beautiful, meaningful gifts.
Plus:
- Woodland Fairy workshops for children with artist Caroline Parrott
- Live performances from Bridport Young Performers & Bridport Primary School Choir
- Delicious food, mulled cider, and festive treats
- Santa’s Grotto returns!
- More tastings and festive shopping in Manor Yard
- A magical Christmas Trail with a chance to win a luxury hamper
Wild Words Literary Festival
A brand-new literary event celebrating stories rooted in nature, sustainability and local life. Join six inspiring authors for engaging talks and book signings (perfect for Christmas gifts!).
Tickets: £9 per talk.
Our wonderful line-up includes Mark Carwardine, John Wright, Tim Laycock, Tony Kirkham, and Jeni Bell & Karen Heaney, sharing tales of wildlife, folk traditions, trees, and countryside adventures.
This Christmas, come and experience a slower, richer kind of festive celebration — a wholesome one that feels like home.
We can’t wait to welcome you.
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Symondsbury Estate, DT6 6HG Bridport, United Kingdom, Symondsbury Estate, Mill Lane, Bridport, DT6 6HG, United Kingdom
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