Sussex Christmas markets to visit in the county for 2023

It will be an opportunity for people to purchase Christmas-related crafts and enjoy some street food as the temperatures get a little colder.

Plus, you may even be able to try out an ice rink, go on some funfair rides and see some live music.

With that in mind, we have put together a list of some of the best Christmas markets across the county that you need to explore during the most wonderful time of the year.

Sussex Christmas Markets for 2023

Ardingly Winter Fair

Address: South of England Showground, Selsfield Road, Ardingly RH17 6TL

The South of England Showground will be host to the Ardingly Winter Fair in November, with it being set for the weekend of November 18-19.

There will be a large selection of stalls selling artisan products, gifts, food and drink from a whole host of independent vendors.

The event will be one for the whole family as kids can join storytelling sessions with Mistletoe the Elf or take a perfect Christmas card photo with the giant snow globe.

Alongside all of that, there will be a street food area featuring live music, Santa's grotto and a funfair.

Tickets for the event can be bought from the website here.

Christmas in Rye Festival

Rye will be hosting two big Christmas market-related events the first being Festive Late Night Shopping on Saturday, November 18.

This will see plenty of independent shops open until 8pm as well as music performances and festive treats.

Then on Saturday, December 2, there is a day of festive fun for the whole family with festive shopping, a carol concert, Santa's grotto, music performances and much more.

Eastbourne Christmas Market

Address: Terminus Road, Eastbourne, BN21 3NF

Eastbourne Christmas Market will be running between Tuesday, December 7 and Friday, December 10.

It is a free event that will feature at least 30 stalls every day, a live music stage, plenty of street food and children's rides.

Great Dixter Christmas Fair

Address: Great Dixter House & Gardens, Northiam, Rye TN31 6PH

Great Dixter House & Gardens will be hosting a Christmas Fair on the weekend of November 25-26 which will have over 40 craft and designer makers selling their wares.

These will be located within the house, garden and outbuildings at Great Dixter alongside demonstrations, food tasting and live music.

Tickets are needed for this event which can be purchased at the website here.

Light Up Shoreham Christmas Market

Light Up Shoreham is set to be running a Christmas market on Friday, December 8 where plenty of stalls will be selling their wares by the coast to get you in the festive spirit.

One Garden Christmas Market

Address: Stanmer Park, Lewes Road, Brighton BN1 9SE

One Garden will be hosting a Christmas market on Sunday, December 3 and Sunday, December 10 this year.

On their website, it says: "Join us for one of our Christmas markets, a festive celebration of local Sussex produce and makers. Pick up a present for Christmas, or treat yourself to something truly special."

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Weald & Downland Living Museum Christmas Market

Address: Town Lane, Chichester PO18 0EU

On the weekend of November 25-26, there will be a Christmas market held around the Weald & Downland Living Museum in Chichester.

It is a ticketed event so if you want to attend you'll need to book at the website here.

Visitors will be able to find plenty of boutique market stalls located around the museum with around 100 hand-selected stallholders representing the best in arts, crafts and food from the Weald region.

The website adds: "There will also be lots to see, do and hear over the weekend, with the opportunity to meet the donkeys, enjoy festive treats and say hello to Father Christmas as he is busy working in his festive workshop.

"You can also enjoy local visiting choirs, as they provide music for you to enjoy as you explore around our 40 acres site and historic houses."