Guildford Cathedral Christmas Fair
Friday 20 November – Saturday 21 November 2026
Guildford Cathedral, Guildford, Surrey(GU2 7UP)
High on Stag Hill at the edge of Guildford, the Cathedral was consecrated in 1961, built with bricks that more than 200,000 people each bought and put their name on. For two days in November it hosts Guildford Cathedral Christmas Fair, a Surrey Christmas market of over 50 independent stalls run by hand-picked makers, artisans and specialists. Expect art and craft, pieces for the home, independent fashion and jewellery, and luxury food and drink: presents you are unlikely to see in the high street shops. Entry is £3 at the door, and the station is a ten-minute walk away. Come with a friend, browse without hurrying in the quiet of the Cathedral, and stop at the Seasons Café to rest and look over what you found.
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What to expect
Date & times
Friday 20 November – Saturday 21 November 2026
Getting there
Guildford Cathedral, Guildford, Surrey (GU2 7UP for sat nav)
Dogs
Information coming soon
Accessibility
Available: Wheelchair accessible, Accessible toilets. Not confirmed: Step-free access, Accessible parking / blue badge parking, 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:
- Wheelchair accessible
- Accessible toilets
Not confirmed:
- Step-free access
- Accessible parking / blue badge parking
- Accessible viewing areas
Notes
The Cathedral has a ramp at the West entrance giving wheelchair access to the ground floor, a wheelchair lift at the North Door and wheelchairs available within the Cathedral. There is a disabled toilet opposite the shop, and wheelchair access to the café, shop and toilets, which are clearly marked. There are some steps in the Cathedral, so step-free access throughout is not confirmed. An induction loop is available, except in the West Gallery. Accessible parking at the fair is not confirmed. Visitors with access needs are asked to call the Cathedral ahead so arrangements can be made.
Frequently asked questions
When is Guildford Cathedral Christmas Fair?
Friday 20 and Saturday 21 November 2026, from 10am to 4pm on both days.
Where is the fair?
At Guildford Cathedral, Stag Hill, Guildford, GU2 7UP. The Cathedral stands on Stag Hill on the outskirts of the town.
How much does it cost to get in?
Entry is £3 per person at the door. You can also pre-book for £3 per person plus a 35p booking fee, which gives fast-track entry through a dedicated scanning lane. Booking is through the Cathedral's website, where the booking link was marked as coming soon when this listing was written.
What is there to see and buy?
Over 50 independent stalls run by makers, artisans and specialists, with art and craft, home decor, independent fashion and jewellery, and luxury treats and drinks.
Where can I get food and drink?
The Seasons Café at the Cathedral is a place to pause and refuel, and the stalls include luxury treats and drinks.
Where do I park?
There is 2-hour on-site parking for visitors to the Cathedral, shop and café. For events there may be overflow parking arrangements with charges: check the box office information for the event at the time of booking, or the Cathedral's website.
How do I get there by train or bus?
Guildford railway station is about a 10-minute uphill walk from the Cathedral. No public bus route comes up to the Cathedral; routes 3, 27 and 37 stop at the bottom of Stag Hill, about a 5-minute uphill walk away, and routes 4 and 5 run along Madrid Road to the bottom of the Cathedral approach.
Are dogs allowed?
Dog rules for the fair have not been confirmed. Guide dogs, assistance dogs and hearing dogs are welcome in the Cathedral at all times. Ask the Cathedral through its website before you travel if you plan to bring a pet dog.
Is the fair accessible?
The Cathedral has a ramp at the West entrance giving wheelchair access to the ground floor, a wheelchair lift at the North Door and wheelchairs available within the Cathedral. There is a disabled toilet opposite the shop, and wheelchair access to the café, shop and toilets, which are clearly marked. There are some steps in the Cathedral, and the Cathedral asks visitors with access needs to call ahead so arrangements can be made. An induction loop is available, except in the West Gallery.
Can I have a stall at the fair?
Stallholder applications for 2026 are closed. The Cathedral keeps a mailing list for next year's call-out; ask to join through the Cathedral's website.
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