From Winter Wonderland to Victorian Festivities – Here are five Christmas Markets in and around South Shields

Nothing gets you in the Christmas spirit more than browsing Christmas Markets – enjoy the festive atmosphere with some mulled wine and homemade bakes.
By Candice Farrow
Published 18th Nov 2019, 09:29 BST
Updated 20th Nov 2019, 13:17 BST

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Festive stalls at the seventh annual South Tyneside Christmas Fair.Festive stalls at the seventh annual South Tyneside Christmas Fair.
Festive stalls at the seventh annual South Tyneside Christmas Fair.

If you would like to know where the Christmas Markets are in and near South Shields then keep reading.

South Shields Outdoor Christmas Market at South Shields Market Square

December 7 from 9am

Pictured at the seventh annual South Tyneside Christmas Fair, with Amelia, 6 and Beau, 8 Gudgeon of South Shields.Pictured at the seventh annual South Tyneside Christmas Fair, with Amelia, 6 and Beau, 8 Gudgeon of South Shields.
Pictured at the seventh annual South Tyneside Christmas Fair, with Amelia, 6 and Beau, 8 Gudgeon of South Shields.
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    There will be stalls, food and drinks and live music for a jolly festive day out with all the family.

    Christmas Market at St Peter's Harton

    November 30 from 11am to 2pm

    A traditional Christmas Market selling handmade gifts and homemade bakes, there will be refreshments, a raffle and tombola.

    A Victorian Christmas Fayre at South Shields Museum and Art Gallery.A Victorian Christmas Fayre at South Shields Museum and Art Gallery.
    A Victorian Christmas Fayre at South Shields Museum and Art Gallery.

    St Hilda's Christmas Market at St Hilda’s Pit Head

    November 30 from 12pm to 5pm

    St Hilda’s Pit Head has been turned into a Winter Wonderland to get you in the festive spirit. Enjoy a variety of stalls selling gifts and decorations with live music.

    Entry: £3 (under 16’s are free) which includes a free hot drink per person.

    Newcastle Christmas Market in Newcastle City Centre

    Daily from November 18 to December 24, from 10am

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    Stalls and attractions will then be open until Tuesday 24 December, while the street food and drinks will remain open until New Year's Eve on Tuesday, December 31.

    North Shields Victorian Christmas Market at Northumberland Square

    Saturday, December 7 from 10am to 5pm and Sunday, December 8 from 10am to 4pm

    With more than 100 stalls selling handmade gifts and food, this Christmas Market is offering traditional favourites and festivities with live choir performances.

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