Rydal Hall Christmas Craft Fair
Saturday 21 November – Sunday 22 November 2026
Rydal Hall, Ambleside, Cumbria(LA22 9LX)
Rydal Hall, a historic estate in the Lake District World Heritage Site, holds a Christmas craft fair over a weekend every November. Local makers sell handmade gifts across many crafts, among them ceramics, jewellery, textiles, woodwork and artwork, and there is food and drink on offer while you browse, with the Hall's café open daily too. In 1963 the Hall became a retreat house of the Diocese of Carlisle, and it stands in 30 acres of gardens, woodland and waterfalls, including gardens by the landscape architect Thomas Mawson. Entry to the fair is free, and the gardens are free to enter all year.
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What to expect
Date & times
Saturday 21 November – Sunday 22 November 2026
Getting there
Rydal Hall, Ambleside, Cumbria (LA22 9LX for sat nav)
Dogs
Dogs welcome on a lead
Accessibility
Not confirmed: Wheelchair accessible, Step-free access, Accessible toilets, 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
Dogs at this market
Dogs are welcome at this market, on a lead.
Notes
All dogs are welcome at Rydal Hall but must be on a lead on the premises, because of wild stock.
Assistance dogs are welcome in all areas by law.
Accessibility
No accessibility features confirmed yet.
Not confirmed:
- Wheelchair accessible
- Step-free access
- Accessible toilets
- Accessible parking / blue badge parking
- Accessible viewing areas
Notes
The Hall notes limited access in the Formal and Quiet Garden because of the number of steps, and that woodland paths to the waterfall can be slippery and steep. Parking at the Hall is limited; non-residents pay at reception.
Frequently asked questions
When is the Rydal Hall Christmas Craft Fair in 2026?
It runs on Saturday 21 and Sunday 22 November 2026.
What are the opening times?
10am to 4pm on both the Saturday and the Sunday.
Is it free to get in?
Yes, entry is free for all.
Where is the Christmas Craft Fair?
At Rydal Hall, Ambleside, Cumbria LA22 9LX. The Hall says to take the A591 to Rydal, turn right at the sign for Rydal Hall near Rydal Church, then turn first right after 200 yards.
How do I get to Rydal Hall by car, train or bus?
By car the Hall gives M6 junction 36 from the south (23 miles) and junction 40 from the north (28 miles), then the A591 to Rydal. By train, the Hall points to Windermere station, about 4 miles away, reached via Oxenholme on the West Coast mainline. It lists bus route 555, and says buses and taxis are available at Windermere station.
Is there parking?
Parking at the Hall is limited. If you are not a resident, you pay for parking at reception. The nearest public car park is at Pelter Bridge.
What is there to see and buy?
Stalls selling handmade gifts, including ceramics, jewellery, textiles, woodwork and artwork, with food and drink on offer while you browse.
Is there somewhere to eat and drink?
Food and drink are on offer at the fair. The Hall's café, open 9am to 5pm daily, serves soups, sandwiches, salads, locally made cakes and traybakes, hot and cold drinks and Windermere ice cream.
Can I bring my dog?
The Hall says all dogs are welcome but must be on a lead on the premises, because of wild stock.
What is the access like?
The Hall notes limited access in the Formal and Quiet Garden because of the number of steps, and that the woodland paths up the waterfalls can be slippery and steep, so suitable footwear and care are advised.
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