The Sill Christmas Fair
Saturday 14 November – Sunday 15 November 2026
The Sill National Landscape Discovery Centre, Bardon Mill, Northumberland(NE47 7AN)
At Once Brewed in Northumberland National Park, The Sill, the National Landscape Discovery Centre, opens the festive season with its well-known Christmas Fair across a November weekend. The fair is full of handmade, locally produced gifts, artisan pieces, food and drink and seasonal treats, so stockings can be filled with things made close to home. There are craft activities for every age, and the centre's events team is on hand for anyone who fancies making something for Christmas. The building itself is topped by a grassland roof unlike any other in the world, and a dramatic stretch of Hadrian's Wall is less than twenty minutes' walk away. Entry is free and there is nothing to book.
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What to expect
Date & times
Saturday 14 November – Sunday 15 November 2026
Getting there
The Sill National Landscape Discovery Centre, Bardon Mill, Northumberland (NE47 7AN for sat nav)
Dogs
Dogs welcome on a lead
Accessibility
Available: Wheelchair accessible, Step-free access, Accessible toilets, Accessible parking / blue badge parking. Not confirmed: 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
Dogs are not allowed inside The Sill or on its roof, apart from assistance dogs. Dogs are welcome in the other outdoor spaces, with water in dog bowls at the main entrance and the kiosk.
Assistance dogs are welcome in all areas by law.
Accessibility
Confirmed:
- Wheelchair accessible
- Step-free access
- Accessible toilets
- Accessible parking / blue badge parking
Not confirmed:
- Accessible viewing areas
Notes
All floors at The Sill have level access, the three visitor entrances are step-free and a lift serves both floors. There are accessible toilets on both floors and a Changing Places toilet on the ground floor, and two wheelchairs can be borrowed from reception. Five accessible bays for Blue Badge holders are at the front of the building (parking charges apply to all vehicles). Induction loops are fitted throughout.
Frequently asked questions
When is The Sill Christmas Fair in 2026?
It runs for two days: Saturday 14 and Sunday 15 November 2026.
What time does The Sill Christmas Fair open?
10am to 4pm on both Saturday 14 and Sunday 15 November 2026.
Is The Sill Christmas Fair free?
Yes. Entry is free and no booking is required. Parking charges apply.
What is on at The Sill Christmas Fair?
The fair offers artisan gifts, handcrafted and locally produced gifts, food and drink and festive treats. There are craft activities for all ages, and visitors can try a Christmas craft with the events team.
Is The Sill Christmas Fair worth visiting?
The Sill bills it as its famous Christmas fair, an opening to the festive season built around handcrafted gifts made locally. It is held at the National Landscape Discovery Centre in Northumberland National Park, close to Hadrian's Wall.
Where is The Sill Christmas Fair?
At The Sill, the National Landscape Discovery Centre, Bardon Mill, Hexham, Northumberland NE47 7AN. The centre is within Northumberland National Park, and Hadrian's Wall is close by.
How do I get to The Sill Christmas Fair?
By car, from the west follow the brown and white tourist signs for Hadrian's Wall and then the signs for The Sill. From the east, leave the A69 towards Corbridge and follow the signs via the A68 and the B6318. The Hadrian's Wall Country Bus (AD122) runs between Hexham and Haltwhistle and stops right outside the main entrance, with a weekend service listed for the winter. The Sill is also on the Hadrian's Cycleway (NCN72), with three bike stands.
Is there parking at The Sill?
Yes, there are 177 spaces. Charges apply to all vehicles, including Blue Badge holders: the first 15 minutes are free, up to 2 hours costs £3.00, then £1.00 an hour up to a maximum of £6.00. Payment is made on arrival at one of two machines, one near the main entrance and one towards the bottom of the car park. There are two electric vehicle charging posts on site.
Can I bring my dog to The Sill Christmas Fair?
Dogs are not allowed inside The Sill or on its roof, apart from assistance dogs. Dogs are welcome in the other outdoor spaces, and water is available in dog bowls at the main entrance and the kiosk.
Is The Sill Christmas Fair wheelchair accessible?
The Sill has level access on all floors and three step-free visitor entrances, with a lift serving both floors. There are accessible toilets on both floors, a Changing Places toilet on the ground floor, and two wheelchairs to borrow from reception. Five accessible bays for Blue Badge holders are at the front of the building, and induction loops are fitted throughout.
What food and drink is there at The Sill?
The fair has food and drink. The Sill's own cafe, Once Brewed Coffee and Bakehouse, serves freshly made sandwiches, light bites, pastries and cakes, with vegetarian, vegan, dairy-free and gluten-free options marked. In winter it is open daily from 10am to 3.30pm, with last food orders at 3pm.
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