Christmas Fair at Eltham Palace
Saturday 5 December – Sunday 6 December 2026
Eltham Palace and Gardens, Eltham, Greater London(SE9 5NP)
Eltham Palace pairs a royal hall from the 1470s with an art deco house built beside it in the 1930s, and for one December weekend the old hall hosts the Christmas Fair at Eltham Palace in Eltham, Greenwich. Local artisans and makers show their jewellery, pottery and artwork under its medieval roof. There are fire pits for toasting marshmallows, and the award-winning gardens hold a Wreath Trail created by the community, with free garden tours at selected times through the day. The cafe serves mulled wine among its festive treats. The fair is included with admission to the palace and gardens, and English Heritage members get in free.
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What to expect
Date & times
Saturday 5 December – Sunday 6 December 2026
Getting there
Eltham Palace and Gardens, Eltham, Greater London (SE9 5NP for sat nav)
Dogs
Assistance dogs only
Accessibility
Available: Accessible toilets, Accessible parking / blue badge parking. Not confirmed: Wheelchair accessible, Step-free access, Accessible viewing areas.
Stalls
Stall list coming soon
Live schedule
Full timetable available when market goes live
Interactive map
Site map with GPS location available when market goes live
Live announcements
Real-time updates available when market goes live
Accessibility
Confirmed:
- Accessible toilets
- Accessible parking / blue badge parking
Not confirmed:
- Wheelchair accessible
- Step-free access
- Accessible viewing areas
Notes
A ramp is provided at the visitors centre drop-off, and wheelchair loan and accessible toilets are listed. Three disabled parking bays are by the entrance at the visitor centre car park, and parking is free for Blue Badge holders. The basement, the raised dais in the Great Hall and the Minstrel's Gallery are reached by stairs only.
Frequently asked questions
When is the Christmas Fair at Eltham Palace in 2026?
It runs over one weekend: Saturday 5 and Sunday 6 December 2026.
What are the opening times?
10am to 4pm on both days, Saturday 5 and Sunday 6 December 2026.
Do I need a separate ticket for the fair?
The fair is included with your admission to Eltham Palace and Gardens, so there is no separate fair ticket. Booking in advance saves 15%, and English Heritage members get free entry. Please bring your booking confirmation or membership card on the day.
Where is the Christmas Fair?
At Eltham Palace and Gardens, Court Yard, Eltham, Greenwich, London SE9 5NP. The local artisans and makers are in the medieval Great Hall.
What is there to see and do?
Local artisans and makers show jewellery, pottery, artwork and more in the Great Hall. There are fire pits for toasting marshmallows, a community-created Wreath Trail through the gardens, and free Garden Tours at selected times during the day. The cafe serves festive treats, including mulled wine.
How do I get to Eltham Palace?
Mottingham railway station is about a 15-minute walk away, and TfL buses 124, 126, 160 and 161 run nearby. English Heritage gives 20% off a walk-up ticket if you show a TfL travel ticket, Oyster or contactless on arrival; all TfL modes count except Santander Cycles. There are cycle racks on site.
Is there parking?
Parking at Eltham Palace is limited. It is free for English Heritage members displaying a valid car sticker, and other visitors must pay to park. Blue Badge holders park free.
Where can I eat and drink?
The cafe serves festive treats, including mulled wine. There are also picnic benches and tables by the visitor centre.
Can I bring my dog?
No dogs are allowed at Eltham Palace and Gardens, although assistance dogs are welcome.
What access is there for wheelchair users and others who need help getting around?
A ramp is provided at the visitors centre drop-off, wheelchair loan and accessible toilets are listed, and there are three disabled parking bays by the entrance at the visitor centre car park. The basement, the raised dais in the Great Hall and the Minstrel's Gallery can be reached by stairs only.
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