Mercatum Christmas Artisan Market 2026

📅 November 11 – December 20, 2026 | Wednesday–Sunday on six selected weeks
📍 Haddon Hall, Bakewell, Derbyshire, DE45 1LA

Discover Artisan Gifts. Celebrate Craftsmanship. Experience Christmas at Haddon Hall!

Step into the festive atmosphere of Mercatum, Haddon Hall’s Christmas Artisan Market.

Set within the beautifully decorated rooms, galleries, gardens and courtyard of medieval Haddon Hall, Mercatum brings together a carefully selected range of artisans and makers for a distinctive Christmas shopping experience. Discover handmade gifts, original artwork, ceramics, jewellery, textiles, candles, artisan stationery, perfumes and other creative products.

Outside, the Lower Courtyard becomes a festive village, with wooden chalets, seasonal decorations and live music. Visitors can also explore dedicated food and drink areas offering seasonal treats and artisan products to enjoy at the market or take home.

Whether you’re searching for thoughtful Christmas gifts, discovering independent makers, or planning a festive outing in Derbyshire, Mercatum offers a chance to enjoy the season in a historic setting.

Explore original artwork, ceramics, prints, textiles and handcrafted pieces created by independent makers.

Browse distinctive jewellery, accessories and thoughtful gifts with a personal touch.

Discover candles, perfumes, decorative items and creative products for the home.

Visit artisan food and drink stalls offering sweet treats, savoury products and seasonal delicacies.

Enjoy live music and seasonal decorations throughout the market, with the Hall and courtyard dressed for Christmas.

Explore the market throughout Haddon Hall’s medieval rooms, galleries, gardens and courtyard, all transformed for the festive season.

Mercatum showcases artisans and makers selected for the quality, creativity and diversity of their work. It’s an opportunity to discover products beyond everyday high-street shopping, meet independent creators, and find distinctive gifts for friends, family or yourself.

Haddon Hall
Bakewell, Derbyshire
DE45 1LA, England

Haddon Hall is located just outside Bakewell. The event takes place throughout the Hall and grounds, with stalls indoors and outdoors.

Mercatum is scheduled for six Wednesday–Sunday periods:

• November 11–15
• November 18–22
• November 25–29
• December 2–6
• December 9–13
• December 16–20

The market is closed on Mondays and Tuesdays.

Visitors must pre-book a timed admission session.

• Morning: 9:15 AM–12:45 PM
• Afternoon: 1:00 PM–4:30 PM
• Twilight: 3:00 PM–4:30 PM
• Green Travel: 9:15 AM–4:30 PM for visitors arriving by bus, bike or on foot

The Hall, grounds and car park are cleared between morning and afternoon sessions. Visitors wishing to stay all day by car must book both a morning and afternoon ticket. Green Travel tickets allow an all-day visit, but do not include car park access.

The Haddon Hall car park is located on the A6, directly opposite the Hall. Parking is included with standard adult admission during the booked session.

A bus stop is located outside Haddon Hall, with services from Matlock and Bakewell. Visitors using a Green Travel ticket must arrive by bus, bicycle or on foot and provide evidence of their travel method.

Please allow time for your journey and check the organiser’s travel information before setting out.

• Advance booking is essential; tickets are not available at the door.
• Dogs are not permitted, except assistance dogs.
• The grounds and some parking areas may become muddy in wet weather; suitable footwear is recommended.
• The Hall has steps, cobbled and uneven surfaces. Wheelchair access is not available, and pushchairs cannot be admitted.
• Visitors with mobility needs should review Haddon Hall’s accessibility information and contact the Hall before booking.

Haddon Hall is inviting applications from makers working in a wide range of materials and disciplines.

Artisans interested in exhibiting should submit an expression of interest through the organiser’s official application process. The organiser’s application page provides further details and contact information.

Application information: [email protected]

Discover thoughtful gifts, explore the work of independent makers, enjoy seasonal food and music, and experience a festive market in one of Derbyshire’s most distinctive historic settings.

✨ Discover artisan gifts.
🎁 Support independent makers.
🎶 Enjoy festive music.
🏰 Celebrate Christmas at Haddon Hall.

Make Mercatum part of your festive season!

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