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From time-honoured Borders traditions to coastal festivals and major sports championships – our corner of the country is home to a richly varied events calendar that unfolds throughout the year.

Whether you find yourself drawn to the spectacle of a Common Riding, the atmosphere of a summer music festival, or the simple pleasures of a country show, browse our list of highlights which offer a wonderful way to experience the character and community of the places during your escape with us.

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The Famous Scarycrow Trail

Dates:
Thursday 1 October 2026 to Friday 30 October 2026
Location: Ford & Etal Estate, Ford, Berwick-upon-Tweed, TD15 2QA
Throughout October 2026, the Ford & Etal Estates host the wonderfully creative Ford & Etal Scarycrow Trail. Dozens of imaginative scarecrow displays appear along walking…
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Dark Skies Fringe Festival

Dates:
Friday 23 October 2026 to Saturday 31 October 2026
Location: The North York Moors National Park

Experience England’s darkest skies From 23 October – 1 November 2026, the North York Moors National Park hosts the magical Dark Skies Fringe Festival. Guided…

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Berwick Whisky Festival

Dates:
Saturday 31 October 2026 from 1:00 PM until 5:00 PM
Location: Berwick Town Hall

Whisky tastings and discovery in Berwick-upon-Tweed Berwick Whisky Festival brings whisky lovers together in Berwick-upon-Tweed for a day of tastings, conversation and discovery. Visitors can…

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Forage Winter Market 2026

Dates:
Saturday 7 November 2026 from 12:00PM until 5:00PM
Sunday 8 November 2026 from 12:00PM until 5:00PM
Location: Rigg & Furrow Morpeth, England, NE65 9AA United Kingdom

Independent makers and winter shopping From 7 – 8 November 2026, Forage Winter Market at Rigg & Furrow in Morpeth returns with a carefully curated…

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York Christmas Market 2026

Dates:
Thursday 12 November 2026 to Monday 21 December 2026
Location: Parliament Street and St Sampson's Square York

York Christmas Market returns from 12 November to 21 December 2026, filling Parliament Street and St Sampson’s Square with stalls housed in alpine chalets and…

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The Polar Express Train Ride at Wensleydale Railway

Dates:
Friday 13 November 2026 to Sunday 20 December 2026
Location: Wensleydale Railway Leeming Bar Station, Leases Road Leeming Bar, Northallerton

All aboard The Polar Express at Wensleydale Railway for a festive journey inspired by the much-loved Christmas story from 13 November – 20 December 2026.…

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A Christmas Carousel at Bamburgh Castle

Dates:
Saturday 14 November 2026 to Sunday 3 January 2027
Location: Bamburgh Castle, Bamburgh

Bamburgh Castle brings favourite Christmas songs and carols to life in their “A Christmas Carousel” installation from 14 November 2026 to 3 January 2027. Wander…

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Malton Artisan Market by Little Bird

Dates:
Saturday 24 October 2026 from 10:00 AM until 3:00 PM
Saturday 21 November 2026 from 10:00 AM until 3:00 PM
Saturday 19 December 2026 from 10:00 AM until 3:00 PM
Location: Market Place, Malton, YO17 7LX

The monthly Malton Artisan Market by Little Bird is held in the town Market Place showcasing local talent, artisans and small creative pop-ups from the…

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Kielder Winter Wonderland

Dates:
Saturday 28 November 2026 to Wednesday 23 December 2026
Location: Winter Wonderland, Kielder Waterside, Kielder, Northumberland

Kielder Winter Wonderland is a full-day Christmas adventure created for the whole family running from 28 November to 23 December. It is the perfect family…

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Ford & Etal Christmas Market 2026

Dates:
Saturday 28 November 2026 to Sunday 29 November 2026 from 10:00 AM until 4:00 PM
Location: Ford & Etal Estates Ford, Etal and Heatherslaw Northumberland

Ford & Etal Christmas Market returns on 28–29 November 2026, bringing two days of seasonal shopping and entertainment to Ford, Etal and Heatherslaw. Browse more…

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Kelso Farmers' Market

Dates:
Saturday 24 October 2026 from 9:30 AM until 4:30 PM
Saturday 28 November 2026 from 9:30 AM until 4:30 PM
Saturday 19 December 2026 from 9:30 AM until 4:30 PM
Location: Kelso Square

Held on the last Saturday of every month, the Kelso Farmers’ Market is set in the handsome cobbled square of Kelso, celebrating the produce and…

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Forage Christmas Market 2026

Dates:
Saturday 5 December 2026 from 12:00PM until 5:00PM
Sunday 6 December 2026 from 12:00PM until 5:00PM
Location: Rigg & Furrow Morpeth, England, NE65 9AA

Festive gifts and independent makers From 5 – 6 December 2026, Forage Christmas Market at Rigg & Furrow in Morpeth offers a festive weekend of…

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Hexham Abbey Christmas Fair 2026

Dates:
Saturday 12 December 2026 from 9:00 AM until 3:00 PM
Location: Hexham Abbey Beaumont Street Hexham, Northumberland

Visit Hexham Abbey on 12 December 2026 and explore its annual Christmas Fair as it fills the historic building with festive colour and community spirit.…

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