Bath Christmas Market 2026

A Magical Christmas Day Out in the Beautiful City of Bath

Experience the magic of Christmas with Richard Taylor Travel as we journey to the magnificent city of Bath for one of the UK’s best-loved festive events – Bath Christmas Market.

Each year, the historic heart of Bath is transformed into a wonderful Christmas destination, with beautifully decorated wooden chalets, twinkling lights and the sights, sounds and aromas of the festive season filling the city streets. Set against Bath’s spectacular Georgian architecture and famous landmarks, it is difficult to imagine a more atmospheric setting for a day of Christmas shopping.

Discover Bath Christmas Market

Unlike many Christmas markets held within a single square or venue, Bath Christmas Market winds its way through the historic city centre, allowing you to explore the beautiful streets as you browse.

Discover a fantastic selection of independent traders and artisan producers offering handmade gifts, jewellery, homeware, Christmas decorations, personalised presents, specialist foods and plenty of inspiration for those harder-to-buy-for friends and family members.

And, of course, no Christmas market would be complete without festive food and drink. Treat yourself to seasonal favourites, warming street food, sweet treats, hot chocolate or perhaps a traditional mulled wine while soaking up the wonderful Christmas atmosphere.

More Than Just a Christmas Market

Your day is yours to enjoy at leisure, so there is plenty of opportunity to discover more of Bath too.

Admire the magnificent Bath Abbey, wander amongst the city's famous honey-coloured Georgian buildings or continue your Christmas shopping through Bath's excellent selection of independent boutiques, specialist retailers and familiar high-street stores.

The world-famous Roman Baths are also located in the heart of the city and may be visited independently, subject to opening times, availability and separate admission charges.

As daylight begins to fade, Bath becomes even more magical, with Christmas lights and festive decorations illuminating the historic streets and creating a wonderful seasonal atmosphere.

Travel the Easy Way with Richard Taylor Travel

Forget the stress of driving, busy Christmas traffic and finding somewhere to park. Simply board your Richard Taylor Travel coach at your selected local pick-up point, sit back and relax as we take care of the journey.

Please note: Bath can introduce special traffic management and coach access restrictions during the busy Christmas Market period. This may mean our designated coach drop-off and collection point is a short walk from the Christmas Market and main shopping areas. We recommend that passengers are comfortable with some walking and wear suitable footwear for winter conditions.

Whether you're searching for Christmas presents, meeting friends for a festive day out or simply want to experience one of Britain's most beautiful cities at Christmas, Bath Christmas Market makes a fantastic festive day trip.

Trip Type: Day Trip

Destination: Bath, Somerset

Timings: Timings and order of pick up will be confirmed to you upon booking.

To allow us to run to time on our trips and give you our valued customers the best day possible we release our pickup times around two weeks before the date of your trip.

• Baldock Market Place Bus Stop C - Lancer Indian Cuisine Restaurant Side
• Baldock Market Place Bus Stop D - Baldock Libary Side
• Letchworth Arcade Bus Stop C - Arcade Entrance Side
• Letchworth Arcade Bus Stop E - Chinese Dragon Entrance Side
• Hitchin St Mary’s Bus Stop M - Woodcote House Side
• Hitchin St Mary’s Bus Stop K - Car Park Side
• Stevenage Lytton Way Bus Stop N - Train Station Side
• Stevenage Lytton Way Bus Stop L - Gordon Craig Side
• Welwyn Garden City Bus Stop J - Outside John Lewis Entrance