Follow the twinkling lights to Essex's most enchanting winter wonderland. From September 26th to Christmas Eve, experience a festive market that feels straight out of a fairytale.
Dates: Friday 26th September – Wednesday 24th December
Times: Open 7 Days a Week during our opening hours
A Timeless Christmas Tradition, Reimagined.
For almost three months, our market is your sanctuary from the ordinary. We’ve captured the warmth, beauty, and traditions of a Scandinavian Christmas and brought them to the heart of Essex. It’s more than a market; it’s a feeling.
Lose yourself in the magic and create cherished memories with loved ones.
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Over 30 Festive Stalls laden with festive gifts including Nordic Lakrids and sumptuous flodeboller..
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Twinkling Lights: Wander through a landscape festooned with thousands of warm, glowing lights that bring the market to life.
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Nordic Flavors: Indulge your senses with traditional Nordic hot dogs, rich, spiced gløgg, and refreshing craft beers.
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Family Games: Challenge the family to a fun, traditional Molkky game.
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Market Seating: Relax and socialize at our charming market seating area with family and friends.
Plan Your Visit
Are dogs allowed:
Thank you for asking, for your hygiene and for visitor and pet safety, dogs are not permitted in the garden centre.
What are your opening hours:
We (and the market) are open 9am – 5pm Monday to Friday and 10-am – 4pm on Saturday.
The Nordic hot food hut is open weekends only.
Car Parking
We have on-site car parking, which is on a first come, first served basis, at peak times, if you’re coming with friends we encourage you to car share!
Coach Trips
Coach trips are permitted. We request you call us on 01268 761119 or email hello@viewgardencentre.co.uk to book in, so we can accommodate your parking in advance.
What Our Guests Are Saying.
This market is simply magical. It’s the perfect start to Christmas and unlike anything else in Essex!” – A visitor from a previous year.