St Ives Christmas Market
at Polmanter
Saturday 28th November, 10am-6pm
Sunday 29th November, 10am-4pm
FREE PARKING – FREE ENTRY
DOGS WELCOME
St Ives Christmas Market returns to Polmanter for another year of local makers, festive food and family fun, and this year Santa’s joining us too.
The market takes place at The Stable Bar and Restaurant, Polmanter Touring Park, Halsetown, St Ives TR26 3LX, on Saturday 28th November (10am to 6pm) and Sunday 29th November 2026 (10am to 4pm). Entry and parking are free, and dogs are welcome. Santa’s grotto is new this year at £10 per child, and booking is required.
Here’s what you’ll find…
Local makers
Our Christmas Market is all about community spirit. You’ll find a wonderful mix of local makers and creators showcasing their handmade crafts, unique gifts, and festive treats. From cosy candles to beautiful artwork, tasty goodies to one-of-a-kind decorations – it’s the perfect place to discover something special while supporting local talent.
Festive food & drink
The Stable Bar will be open all day serving hot and cold drinks, with plenty of festive favourites to keep you cosy – from mulled wine and cider to indulgent hot chocolates. Alongside sweet treats to nibble on, you’ll also find a street-food style menu with seasonal twists on classics.
Family friendly
Our Christmas Market is designed with families in mind, and little ones are very welcome! Alongside our dedicated Santa & Soft Play experience, our indoor soft play will also be open throughout the market, so you’re welcome to bring the children along to play even if you’re not booking a Santa visit. Soft play is £5 per child, with some festive crafts and activities to keep little hands busy too. If the weather’s kind, there’s also plenty of fun to be had in our outdoor play areas.
As we expect the market to be busy, we’d recommend using a baby carrier if you have one, as buggy parking space will be limited. Buggies are, of course, still welcome – we just ask that you bear in mind there may not be much room to park them. Baby changing facilities are also available.
Santa’s Grotto
New for this year, we’re pleased to be adding a Santa’s Grotto to the market to make the visit for children even more magical. For £10 per child, little ones can enjoy a special 10-minute visit with Santa, with up to four children per session, including a small gift to take home.
Each Santa booking also includes an hour of indoor soft play, giving little ones plenty of time to burn off some festive energy while grown-ups enjoy a wander around the market. Spaces are limited and must be booked in advance, with a donation from every booking going to Penhaligon’s Friends, supporting bereaved children and families across Cornwall.
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Meet the makers…
Frequently Asked Questions
Got a question about the market? Here are the answers to what we get asked most — if you need anything else, just give us a shout.
When is St Ives Christmas Market at Polmanter?
St Ives Christmas Market at Polmanter takes place on Saturday 28th November 2026 (10am to 6pm) and Sunday 29th November 2026 (10am to 4pm).
Is St Ives Christmas Market at Polmanter free to attend?
Yes. Entry to the market and parking at Polmanter are both free.
Santa’s grotto needs to be booked in advance and costs £10 per child.
Indoor soft play on its own costs £5 per child and can be booked on the day, subject to availability.
How much is Santa’s grotto, and what’s included?
Santa’s grotto costs £10 per child.
Each booking includes a private 10-minute visit with Santa, a small gift to take home and an hour in our indoor soft play area.
A donation from every booking going to Penhaligon’s Friends, supporting bereaved children and families across Cornwall.
Up to four children can come to each visit, and up to four adults can come in free with each booking.
How do I book Santa’s grotto?
Santa’s grotto is booked in advance through our online booking page. Booking opens on 10th October.
Slots are limited, and each slot is for up to four children. If you have a question about a booking, email [email protected]
How long is the Santa visit?
Each slot is a private 10-minute visit with Santa within a 15-minute window. Soft play is a separate 60-minute session in another part of the venue, and you can use it before or after you see Santa.
Do I need to book the indoor soft play in advance?
Not if you only want to use the indoor soft play. It can be booked on the day for £5 per child, subject to availability.
If you’ve booked Santa’s grotto, your hour of soft play is already included, and can be taken before or after your visit to Santa.
Soft play includes some small Christmas crafts. It isn’t a crèche, so parents and carers stay and supervise, especially with younger children.
Are dogs allowed at the market?
Yes, well-behaved dogs on leads are welcome throughout the market and Stable Bar.
For hygiene reasons, we do not allow dogs in the indoor soft play area.
What happens if it rains?
The market is entirely indoors, aside from the short walk from the car park.
Stalls, food and drink are all within The Stable Bar and Restaurant, so a bit of rain won’t spoil your visit!
Where is St Ives Christmas Market at Polmanter?
The market takes place at The Stable Bar and Restaurant, on site at Polmanter Touring Park.
The address is Halsetown, St Ives, TR26 3LX, around 5 minutes from St Ives town centre by car, with free parking on site.
Is the market accessible?
Yes. There’s accessible parking close to the venue, and level access throughout The Stable Bar and Restaurant and indoor soft play, with an accessible toilet and baby changing facilities on site. The one exception is Santa’s grotto, which is upstairs.