The Christmas Cotswold Fair: Your Christmas Shopping Under One Roof

If you're planning your festive shopping calendar, make sure to reserve Monday 9th – Thursday 12th November 2026. 

The Christmas Cotswold Fair returns to the beautiful grounds of Todenham Manor Farm for four days of festive shopping, seasonal inspiration, and charitable giving. Visitors can browse more than 220 carefully selected boutiques, enjoy live demonstrations and workshops, sample gourmet food and drink, and discover unique Christmas gifts well before the festive rush begins.

The fair opens with a special Monday Preview Evening, offering an exclusive opportunity to shop early and enjoy a VIP festive experience, before continuing throughout Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday.

Whether you're searching for thoughtful gifts, festive home décor, luxury fashion, artisan food products, or simply looking for a memorable Christmas day out in the Cotswolds, The Christmas Cotswold Fair is the perfect way to kick off the festive season.

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A Cotswold Tradition with Heart

Founded in 1985 by Lucy Greaves, the fair has grown from a small charitable initiative into a landmark event that attracts thousands of visitors each year. Now celebrating four decades of festive cheer, it remains firmly rooted in its original purpose: supporting charitable causes.

Today, all profits from the fair are donated to WellChild, the national charity dedicated to helping seriously ill children and their families. Over the years, the event has raised more than £1.5 million for charity, proving that Christmas shopping can make a meaningful difference.

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More Than Just Shopping

While shopping may be the main attraction, the Christmas Cotswold Fair offers much more than a collection of stalls. Visitors can enjoy:

• Over 220 independent boutiques and artisan brands
• Live workshops and demonstrations
• Seasonal cooking showcases
• Festive wreath-making sessions
• Wine tastings and expert-led experiences
• Celebrity author signings
• Gourmet food and drink offerings
• Relaxing café spaces and festive hospitality areas

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Supporting Independent British Businesses

One of the defining features of the Christmas Cotswold Fair is its commitment to showcasing independent British brands. Every exhibitor is carefully selected, creating a curated shopping experience that celebrates creativity, craftsmanship, and entrepreneurship.

For visitors, this means access to unique products and the chance to meet the makers behind them. For exhibitors, it offers a platform to connect directly with an engaged audience seeking quality, originality, and thoughtful Christmas gifts.

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Why the Christmas Cotswold Fair Should Be on Your Festive Calendar

In a world increasingly dominated by online shopping, the Christmas Cotswold Fair offers something refreshingly different: a chance to experience Christmas in person. It combines the joy of discovering unique gifts, supporting independent businesses, and contributing to a worthy cause, all within a vibrant festive setting.

Whether you're looking to tick off your Christmas shopping list, enjoy a festive day out with friends, or simply soak up the seasonal atmosphere, the Christmas Cotswold Fair delivers an unforgettable experience.

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For tickets, event updates, and exhibitor information, visit The Christmas Cotswold Fair.

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