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" Eschew the high street this Christmas and take the stress out of your festive shopping with a visit to one of these nationwide Christmas markets to ensure your loved one&amp;#039;s stockings are stuffed with more personal presents...  1. Blenheim Palace\u00A0-\u00A017th\u00A0- 20th November\u00A0 Stock up on stocking fillers at the Living Crafts for Christmas fair in this stunning Oxfordshire fortress, where you will discover more than 150 selected designer-makers, including ceramicists, artists, milliners and jewellers. Indulge in some hot chestnuts or a hot chocolate, then choose handcrafted decorations to adorn your home. More info\u00A0here.  2. Country Living in London - 9th\u00A0- 13 November Head to London&amp;#039;s Business Design Centre for a true taste of Christmas. From stocking fillers to festive hampers, you&amp;#039;ll find everything you need for a perfect Christmas. BOOK TICKETS HERE.  3. Bath Christmas Market\u00A0-\u00A024th\u00A0-\u00A011th\u00A0December\u00A0 This magical market (above) will have more than 170 traditional wooden chalets lining the streets of the centre of beautiful Bath, transforming Bath Abbey and the Roman Baths into a wintry wonderland. Along with stalls from craftspeople all over the South West, there is also the chance to go ice skating, ride on a carousel or enjoy a glass of mulled wine in the Apr\u00E8s Ski Bar. More info here. 4. Edinburgh\u00A0 -\u00A019th\u00A0-\u00A07th\u00A0January 2017 This scenic city (pictured below) has two markets during this time: Scottish and European. The Scottish Market in St Andrew Square showcases some of the food and drink from the country, including seafood and sausages, chocolate and cakes, plus handcrafted items. The popular European Market has been running for 20 years and this year is held in East Princes Street Gardens, offering traditional toys and gifts. More info here.  5. Country Living at Ascot -\u00A018 - 19 November A thrilling day out, racegoers can get a head start on their Christmas shopping in a relaxed and friendly environment, picking up gifts, wrap, decorations and more for friends and family between placing bets and cheering along their chosen jockeys. BOOK TICKETS HERE.  6. Worcester\u00A0Victorian Christmas Fayre -\u00A024th\u00A0- 27th November\u00A0 Visit this Victorian-themed street market for dance displays, juggling stiltwalkers and traditional fairground rides, plus an array of arts and crafts, festive gifts and delicious food. More info here.\u00A0 7. Country Living in Glasgow - 17th\u00A0- 20th November Come along to Glasgow&amp;#039;s SECC to meet makers, designers, artisans and growers and discover unique gifts to delight your loved ones this Christmas.\u00A0 BOOK TICKETS HERE. 8. Ulverston, Cumbria\u00A0Dickensian Christmas Festival\u00A0-\u00A026th -\u00A027th\u00A0November\u00A0 On the town&amp;#039;s cobbled streets, with period dress competitions, horse-drawn carriages, music and dancing, this market has a fun and unique atmosphere in which to do your shopping. More info here.  9. Cirencester\u00A0 -\u00A026th, 3rd &amp;amp;amp; 4th December\u00A0 Rows of wooden chalets festooned with twinkling fairy lights will be selling food, drinks, decorations and gifts, plus there will be music and street artists. More info here. 10. Country Living at Harrogate - 1 - 4 December Head to Harrogate&amp;#039;s HIC where an emporium of handmade and homespun delights await. With a lively programme of talks, demonstrations and hands-on workshops, you will leave feeling inspired and ready for your very own homemade Christmas. BOOK TICKETS HERE. For more home interior inspiration, expert gardening advice and countryside news, sign up to our weekly newsletter below... &amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;lt;span id=&amp;quot;selection-marker-1&amp;quot; class=&amp;quot;redactor-selection-marker&amp;quot; data-verified=&amp;quot;redactor&amp;quot;&amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;gt; &amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;lt;/span&amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;gt; "^^<http://www.w3.org/2001/XMLSchema#string>
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