ONE of the UK’s most popular Christmas markets is getting some new additions for families this year.
Christmas Market welcomed 1.7million tourists last year, and spreads across the city centre, including Old Eldon Square.
Newcastle Christmas Market is getting new attractions for 2025Credit: Alamy
These include a Marshmallow Land and a Festive Fix AreaCredit: Alamy
Throughout the streets, visitors can usually find a number of stalls with local traders selling food, drinks and gifts.
And for this year, the will be getting three new attractions.
The first is Marshmallow Land – where visitors will be able to toast marshmallows over an open fire.
Then the second is a Festive Fix Area, where visitors can enjoy a
There will be multiple screenings across from November 28 to December 23 with films such as Elf, Home Alone and
And finally, there will be a new Ferris wheel at Old Eldon Square, from November 15 to December 31.
The market will also extend onto Nelson Street this year, creating even more space for stalls, with a focus on fresh and festive produce.
The Christmas Village on Old Eldon Square – which launched last year – will return, with a family area and a number of
This area will also be where visitors can find the Rockin’ Reindeer stage with shows and Santa Stories inside a tipi, with Santa himself.
Other at the market returning for 2025 include the North Pole Terrace, where visitors can book igloos that surround Monument.
Alternatively, you could head to Moosenwirt – an alpine
Families can even visit Mrs Claus’ Bakery to participate in a workshop.
In the surrounding area, there are even moreto explore including an ice rink at the Life Sciences Centre, from £15.50 per person.
Or head to Leazes Park to explore the light trail, from £15 per person.
Stephen Patterson, chief executive of NE1 Ltd said: “It has long been our aim to put on the festive map, enhancing its offer and making it a must-visit destination for festive fun seekers from near and far.
“Festive and seasonal activities are more than just celebrations, they’re powerful tools to increase visitor numbers and footfall into the city centre, boosting business over the crucial Christmas period.”
Newcastle’s will run from November 15 to December 23.
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Newcastle Christmas market sprawls across the entire city centre and is actually formed of several markets – with each offering something different from the previous.
For example, based near Grey’s Monument, you will find a number of igloos to enjoy a drink in, whilst watching visitors peruse the stalls.
The stalls then sell a variety of things, including cheeses, alcohol, cakes, and crafted gifts.
In this area you will also find the Moosenwirt Bar, where prices aren’t too bad for a festive market.
You can grab a mulled wine or cider for £6.50, for example.
And when it comes to food, you won’t be short for choice.
I opted for the viral hit that I had seen plastered across my TikTok feed – a Yorkshire pudding wrap.
Whilst it set me back £14, it was well worth it – the portion was huge, and it was full of everything you’d expect to eat on Christmas Day, including the gravy and stuffing.
For kids, there is a lot to do as well, including a family area with some rides, such as a carousel and Christmas-themed shows.
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Plus, there’s a in England with 35C temps – and it doesn’t matter if it rains.
The market will be open from November 15 to December 23Credit: Alamy 
