Pembroke Castle Christmas Market
Friday 27 November – Sunday 29 November 2026
Pembroke Castle (Outer Ward), Pembroke, Pembrokeshire(SA71 4LA)
Every November, Pembroke Castle, the fortress the Normans founded in 1093 and the place where Henry VII, first of the Tudor kings, was born, opens its Outer Ward to a Christmas market. Launched in 2012, the Pembroke Castle Christmas Market gathers more than 80 stalls of gifts, toys, clothing, jewellery and local produce, with goods from across Pembrokeshire and west Wales. Carol singers from local schools and local musicians play in the marquee all weekend. On the Friday the market stays open into the evening and Santa arrives at half past six; on Saturday and Sunday children can visit him in his grotto, with the £3 a visit going to charity. Entry costs nothing: book a free ticket ahead through the castle's website and come for one day, two or all three.
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What to expect
Date & times
Friday 27 November – Sunday 29 November 2026
Getting there
Pembroke Castle (Outer Ward), Pembroke, Pembrokeshire (SA71 4LA for sat nav)
Dogs
Dogs welcome outdoors, on a lead
Accessibility
Available: Wheelchair accessible, Accessible toilets, Accessible parking / blue badge parking. Not confirmed: 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
Dogs at this market
Dogs are welcome at this market, on a lead, outdoors.
Dogs allowed in:
- Outdoor areas (on a lead)
Dogs not allowed in:
- Indoor areas
Restrictions are in place for the safety and comfort of all visitors and animals.
Notes
Dogs are allowed at the market on a short lead. The castle asks that they stay out of the marquee, which can be congested and is not suitable for them.
Assistance dogs are welcome in all areas by law.
Accessibility
Confirmed:
- Wheelchair accessible
- Accessible toilets
- Accessible parking / blue badge parking
Not confirmed:
- Step-free access
- Accessible viewing areas
Notes
The castle says its Outer Ward, where the market is held, is a large open area that is mostly accessible in a wheelchair or mobility scooter, but the site has uneven ground and steps. The café and disabled toilets are reached from ground level without steps. There is a drop-off point at the castle entrance and disabled parking opposite the castle in the Long Entry car park.
Frequently asked questions
When is the Pembroke Castle Christmas Market?
It runs from Friday 27 to Sunday 29 November 2026.
Where is it?
In the Outer Ward of Pembroke Castle, Pembroke, Pembrokeshire, SA71 4LA.
Do I need a ticket?
Entry is free, but you need to book free tickets online in advance, for one, two or all three days, through the castle's website. The castle says this helps it manage visitor numbers, improve safety and speed up entry.
What are the opening times?
Friday 27 November: 10am to 8pm. Saturday 28 November: 10am to 6pm. Sunday 29 November: 10am to 4pm.
What is there to see and do?
Over 80 stalls selling gifts, toys, local produce, clothing and jewellery. Local school carol singers and musicians perform in the marquee throughout the weekend.
When can children see Santa?
Santa arrives at 6.30pm on Friday 27 November and stays in the castle to join the musical entertainment. On Saturday and Sunday he is in his grotto in the castle from 10:30am to 3:30pm to meet younger visitors. A visit costs £3 per child, and the money goes to charity.
Is there parking?
There is no parking at the castle itself. There is a drop-off point at the castle entrance, and public car parks nearby: Long Entry (about 4 minutes' walk), Commons (about 6 minutes), Parade (about 7 minutes) and West Street (about 8 minutes). Disabled parking is available directly opposite the castle in the Long Entry car park.
How do I get there without a car?
Pembroke railway station is a 15-minute walk from the castle. There is a bus stop directly outside the castle entrance, served by the 348, 349 and 356.
Are dogs allowed?
Yes, on a short lead. The castle asks that dogs stay out of the marquee, which can be congested and is not suitable for them.
Is it accessible?
The market is held in the castle's Outer Ward, which the castle describes as a large open area that is mostly accessible in a wheelchair or mobility scooter. The castle also has uneven ground and steps. The café and disabled toilets are reached from ground level without steps. There is a drop-off point at the entrance and disabled parking opposite the castle in the Long Entry car park.
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