Join us at Cliffe Castle for a magical festive weekend, with a wonderful selection of craft and gift stalls to explore. Whether you’re searching for a special Christmas present, something handmade or a little treat for yourself, there’ll be plenty to discover.
It’s the perfect chance to enjoy some festive shopping and get into the Christmas spirit in the beautiful surroundings of Cliffe Castle.
Get ready for some festive shopping! Our Christmas Craft Fair will bring together a wonderful mix of independent makers, artists, creatives and local organisations, with plenty of unusual finds and thoughtful gifts to discover.
Look out for traders including Scent-sational Creations, Wardell Arts, Eliza Conway, Blossomdale Studio, Handmade by Adele, Made & Milled, Aire Resin Creations and Smith & Greening.
You’ll also find local organisations and community groups including Keighley Library Knit & Natter, Yorkshire Women’s Forum and Airedale Beekeepers Association, alongside lots more makers and creatives bringing their wares to the Castle.
And don’t forget the treats! The Brownie & Bruffle Co. and Cliffe Castle Pavilion Café are among those joining us over the weekend.
That’s just a taster of what’s in store. Come along, have a browse and find something special for your Christmas list, or a little treat for yourself!
Father Christmas will also be returning to Cliffe Castle for 2026, welcoming visitors in the beautiful surroundings of the Grand Drawing Room.
If you’d like to meet Father Christmas during your visit, book your tickets below.
Monday: Closed
Tuesday – Friday: 10am – 4pm
Saturday – Sunday: 11am – 4pm
All Bank Holiday Opening Times: 11:00 – 4:00 except Bolling Hall
All sites closed Christmas Day, Boxing Day and Good Friday
There is a small amount of free parking on Spring Gardens Lane and within the museum car park. Please note this allows for 3 hours parking, with no return within 2 hours. These parking places are managed by Bradford Council Parking Services.
There are two Blue Badge parking spaces down the slope from the museum car park which are offered on a first come first served basis. The gates to these car park spaces close at 4.30pm”
Approximately 12-25 minutes walk from the railway station, 6-15 minutes walk from the bus station. Buses (for example Bradford to Skipton) pass the lower main gates. The 903 bus service operates from Keighley Bus Station and serves Cliffe Castle on a limited basis.
15 November 2026 2:00 pm – 15 November 2026 3:30 pm
28 November 2026 2:00 pm – 29 November 2026 4:00 pm
24 October 2026 – 31 January 2027
23 October 2026 11:00 am – 24 October 2026 3:00 pm
