Behind every Christmas market stall is a trader, maker or independent business with a story to tell. Here is why the stallholders deserve a little extra love this year.
Make shopping an experience
Ask a trader how something was made, what inspired a product or which gift they would recommend. That personal touch is part of the charm of local markets.
Look out for seasonal surprises
Expect to explore different traders and festive finds, from presents to food and treats.
Where and when
The Christmas market is planned as part of the Ongar Christmas Festival & Lights on Sunday 29 November 2026, starting at 2pm. Check the official event page for current locations and visitor information.
Calling all stallholders
Trading at the festival? Introduce yourself on our social channels and tell the community what visitors can buy from you. Photos and a little story about your business help shoppers remember you.
Outdoor Stalls
- The Story Time Book Club
- Just for you by Jess
- Friends n Trends
- Naturally Louise
- Little and Unique
- Lizs Home Accessories
- Sherman Boutique
- We Do Greetings West Eesex/Herts
- Jules Accessories
- BrickBros
- Under one Moon
- lisa Williams
- Carmee Bunny Slime & More
- Puzzlez
- Deli4dogs
- Zinc
Outdoor Food & Drink
- SW’s wild & pure honey
- Tipsy Grey
- Fresh Events Food & Bar
- Whippy Bros' / Andy's Whippy
- Barkers Bakes
- Rookies Stuffed Cookies
- Cadburys Hot chocolate
- Caine's Pizza Ltd
- The Cheesemonger Ongar
- My Little Drinks Van
- The Skillet Pasta Co.
- Cloud 9 Balloons & Sweet Treats
- Bunbelievable
Indoor Market Budworth Hall
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Ongar Academy
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Searle and croft designs
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Art junkie
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Energetix Wellness/Tropic Skincare
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whittle by timi
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GlitterGlow Resin
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Pet care by crystal
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arnabathandbody
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Mary M Creates
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Freddie's designs
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Tappy Toes Epping, Harloe & Ongar
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So Studios
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Moulded Moments
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Guide Dogs
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Andre Pereira
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The Coffee Post
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The Story Time Book Club
Make a day of it
Enjoy the market and take time to visit the High Street's permanent shops and hospitality businesses too.
Discover more on Anything Ongar
Browse our local directory and the What's On calendar. For festival updates, visit the Christmas Lights page.
Author: Kelly Stone
Owner of Site