North Chingford Christmas Market 2026

What's on the day

Five reasons to wrap up warm

Chingford's favourite community Christmas market returns with more to see, taste and do than ever before.

Santa's Grotto

Meet Father Christmas in his magical grotto — every visit supports a local children's charity.

Live Entertainment

Choirs, brass bands and local performers on stage throughout the afternoon.

Reindeer Food

Little ones can make their own magic reindeer food to sprinkle out on Christmas Eve.

Community Carols

Gather round and sing the season in with much-loved carols from Chingford's community groups.

30+ Stalls

A bustling market

More than thirty stalls — inside and outside Chingford Assembly Hall, plus along the edge of The Green — with handmade gifts, festive food and drink, and treats from Chingford's independent traders and makers.

Booking

Book your visit to Santa's Grotto

Grotto slots are limited and go quickly. Reserve your place in advance to avoid disappointment — and support The Dream Factory at the same time.

Santa's Grotto

A magical visit — for a wonderful cause

Step inside Santa's Grotto and let the little ones share their Christmas wishes with the big man himself. It's one of the most-loved parts of the day and always draws a crowd.

Best of all, every penny raised at the grotto goes to a cause close to Chingford's heart.

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This year the grotto is raising much-needed funds for The Dream Factory Children's Charity — so every visit to Santa helps make dreams come true.

The Dream Factory is a charity set up to grant wishes and dreams to children and young people aged 3 to 25 living with life-limiting or life-threatening conditions or severe disabilities.

Visit yourdreamfactory.org →