Free Christmas fair returns to Nedging Hall, doubling in size

Summarised from 2 outlets · Updated 20 Oct, 11:32 · Archive

A Christmas fair with free entry is returning to Nedging Hall near Bildeston, Suffolk on 4 and 5 December, with stallholders nearly doubling to over 40.

A Christmas fair is returning to Nedging Hall near Bildeston, Suffolk on 4 and 5 December following a successful debut last year. The number of stallholders has nearly doubled from 21 to over 40, with the event expanding into the venue's stables and courtyard.

Visitors will be able to browse a wide selection of artisan crafts, festive food and drink, handmade decorations and gift ideas from independent makers across the region. The fair was named one of Suffolk's best Christmas markets by Muddy Stilettos in 2025. Seasonal refreshments will be available throughout the event, with The Crown at Bildeston running a pop-up café serving coffee, sausage rolls, mince pies and mulled wine. Outdoor fire pits will add to the festive atmosphere.

A Christmas raffle will be held to raise funds for East Anglian Air Ambulance. Organisers said the fair offers 'something for everyone' and promised 'the perfect opportunity to find thoughtful Christmas gifts and soak up the festive atmosphere'.

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• Free Christmas fair to double in size as it returns to historic estateA Christmas fair with free entry is returning to Nedging Hall on Friday, December 4 and Saturday, December 5.Ipswich Star · 20 Oct, 11:00
• Free Christmas fair to double in size as it returns to historic estateA Christmas fair with free entry is returning to Nedging Hall on Friday, December 4 and Saturday, December 5.East Anglian Daily Times · 20 Oct, 11:00

In this story: Nedging Hall · Bildeston · Suffolk · East Anglian Air Ambulance · The Crown at Bildeston · Muddy Stilettos

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