Craigend is the perfect place to either prepare for Christmas or to escape it!
Christmas Shopping Breaks
1st November - 22nd December
Being based so close to Glasgow, Edinburgh and Gretna Gateway Outlet Village, a short break at Craigend can ensure that you have all your Christmas shopping done whilst enjoying a holiday. With a wealth of established shops, in addition to the Christmas markets that spring up at this time of year you are sure to find everything you need. Check out our recommendations for Christmas markets at the bottom of the page.
3 Night Shopping Break - From £200.00
2 Night Shopping Break - From £130.00
Prices vary according to room choice and are based on 2 people sharing
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Christmas/New Year Getaway
23rd December - 3rd January
If you want to escape all the hustle and bustle of Christmas and New Year and just want a quiet relaxing break away from it all, then Craigend is the place for you. Christmas at Craigend is low key and entertainment is provided by Mother Nature!
2 Night Getaway - From £140.00
3 Night Getaway - From £225.00
Prices vary according to room choice and are based on two people sharing
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CHRISTMAS THEMED MARKETS
WINTER FOOD & GIFT FAIR - NEW LANARK WORLD HERITAGE VILLAGE
Saturday 5th and Sunday 6th November 2011
This is the perfect opportunity to stock up for Christmas. Escape the
high street and buy great quality food & drink. Plus loads of gift
stalls with a huge range of arts & crafts, from paintings &
jewellery to handbags & organic soaps. We particularly enjoy this fair with it's interesting stalls and bewildering array of preserves and gifts. FREE entry
Saturday 19th November 2011
Lanark Business Group organises Scotland's largest continental style Christmas Market, traditionally held on the third Saturday of November.
GLASGOW CHRISTMAS MARKET - St Enochs Square
The Christmas Market will take place from the Mid November to 23rd December 2011.
Opening times
Mondays to Wednesday 10.00am - 7.00pm
Thursday to Saturday 10.00am - 8.00pm
Sundays and Bank Holidays 11.00am - 6.00pm
EDINBURGH'S CHRISTMAS - 25th November - 2nd January 2011
Over the Christmas period Princes Street Gardens transforms into a Winter Wonderland complete with Fairy Lights decorating the trees, Christmas Decorations an Ice Rink and a Funfair. There is also a German Market with quaint wooden stalls selling hot food, mulled wine, crafts and gifts.
Edinburgh Traditional German Christmas Market - Mound Precinct, Edinburgh
Experience all the magic of a traditional German Christmas market in the heart of Edinburgh's city centre. Browse stalls packed with handmade decorations, toys and gifts and warm yourself up with a mug of Gluhwein and traditional German snacks.Traditional German Christmas Market
Sunday – Wednesday 10am – 8pm; Thursday –Saturday 10am – 10pm; Christmas Eve 10am – 8pm
Free entry
Highland Village Christmas Market
East Princes Street Gardens, Edinburgh
Visit The Highland Village Christmas Market for unique Christmas presents from a selection of locally produced food, jewellery and craft. Enjoy a hot mug of mulled wine or whisky toddy and stroll through the market.
Sunday – Wednesday 10am – 8pm; Thursday – Saturday 10am – 10pm; Christmas Eve 10am – 8pm; Christmas Day – Closed; Boxing Day 11am – 10pm; New Year’s Eve 10am – 6pm; New Year’s Day 12pm – 8pm
Free entry
From sirloin steaks to bowler hats and tarot readings, this market is eclectic, vibrant and fun. Scottish produce is on sale from a range of food producers and retailers including candles, cheese and quirky clothes. Set beneath the Edinburgh Wheel and above the ice rink, the location of this market makes a superb location for Christmas browsing.