Join us for the annual Milestones Christmas market! The perfect opportunity to do your Christmas shopping – and find that something a little bit different. There will be over 40 stalls selling seasonal gifts and treats throughout the museum and the award-winning Milestones shop to visit, too. With children’s entertainment, including a chance to meet Father Christmas in his Grotto*, there’s fun for all the family, including live music and festive refreshments.

Saturday 6 December 2025 - 10am to 7:30pm (last tickets at 6pm)
Sunday 7 December 2025 - 10am to 5pm (last tickets at 3pm)

Pre-booking is essential. Please note that a Milestones standard admission ticket is not valid for this event. Ticket is valid for one day only and cannot be used to regain entry.

Prefer to do your Christmas shopping at a quieter, more relaxed time?

Good news! Our Christmas Market will be staying open until 7:30pm on Saturday 6 December, so you can skip the daytime festive hustle and bustle while still enjoying everything the market has to offer. Expect live music, mulled wine, mince pies and a magical market filled to the brim of artisan goods and local crafts.  

Book now for your magical evening experience!

(*Please note: An additional charge applies for the Grotto and it must be booked separately. The Grotto is now sold out on Christmas Market days, please go to Meet Father Christmas | Milestones Museum for the last remaining tickets.)