Manchester Christmas Markets – 15th – 22nd December
This December the award-winning Christmas Markets that take place across Manchester are returning to celebrate 15 years of the event. The markets will be open between the 15th and the 22nd of December and look to encourage anyone and everyone to come out and delve into the traditional spirit of Christmas that will be present throughout the week across some of Manchester’s most notable locations including Albert Square and Brazennose Street.
The significant atmosphere created during Christmas time is exuberated during the market events, with an unrivalled level of excitement present from morning to evening. You can follow the long trail of the market throughout Manchester’s picturesque streets and continuously take in the festive season with over 300 beautiful wooden gift markets, food stalls and entertainment stands all promoting the Christmas cheer. Here’s an in depth look into what you can enjoy during the Christmas markets in Manchester on this special anniversary date.
There are all sorts of traditional styles and themes that are associated with Christmas present throughout the markets. You can come across the German interpretation of Christmas at the German market in St. Anne’s Square, where you will be served up with some of the delicious food traditionally served in Germany over the Christmas period.
In addition, you can venture to the French market on King Street and admire the wonderful gifts available that are inspired by Christmas time in France. You may even wish to make the European markets a destination for your Christmas shopping this year with all sorts of stocking-fillers available on the stalls.
If you’ve finished admiring the traditional European interpretations of Christmas and snacked-up on some wonderful European Christmas cuisine, you might want to have a look at the craft stalls present on the market road. The arts and crafts available for everyone to enjoy are inspired by the traditions of Christmas time and really help to promote the atmosphere traditionally present in the streets of Manchester throughout history during Christmas time.
You can purchase lovely hand-made toys made by gifted local craftspeople or admire the wide range of inspired Christmas decorations constructed from fine materials that could be perfect for your Christmas tree at home.
We all have a loved one who would really appreciate a special piece of jewellery this Christmas and you will be spoilt for choice at this year’s market. The vast array of glamorous Christmas jewellery is the perfect gift for anyone looking who might need a symbol of love and compassion this Christmas. You can also treat the younger ones with a range of traditional Christmas toys that include precious handmade gifts and other wonderful Christmas toys.
Alternatively, you might need to wrap up warm on the colder nights and the market stall is equipped for this. You can invest in charming clothing that ranges from cosy decorative hats to scarves and gloves in preparation for the potential wintry Christmas we have ahead of us.
You can travel to the Christmas market in Manchester this year by hiring a coach if you live further afield yet still want to embrace the marvellous Christmas atmosphere created at the event. So if you’re available on the week commencing 15th of December, be sure to check out the wonderful Christmas market being hosted in Manchester thus year in recognition of 15 magical years.
About the Author
Chris Tinder is a travel blogger who has contributed this article on behalf of Coach Transport Group who can provide low cost coach travel across the UK.
