East Midlands - Christmas food and drink ideas

England's East Midlands is a true food lovers’ destination covering the counties of Derbyshire, Leicestershire and Rutland, Lincolnshire, Northamptonshire and Nottinghamshire. It is home to some of our most delightful food experiences. If you’re looking for something seasonal in this region check out our suggestions below.

Lincoln Christmas Market

Castle Hill, Lincoln, Lincolnshire, LN1 3AA   
4 to 7 Dec 2008  
Christmas Market Enquiry Line Tel: 01522 873400

Lincoln's Christmas Market has become renowned both locally and nationally attracting up to 200,000 visitors every year. The stunning Cathedral Quarter is the perfect setting for enjoying the festive season with a glass of gluhwein and a wealth of crafts and seasonal gifts to choose from. 

Melton Victoria Christmas Fayre

Melton Mowbray Town Centre Melton Mowbray, LE13    
7 Dec 2008  
Tel: 01664 563327

2008's Victorian Christmas Fayre promises to be an enchanting affair, with Santa arriving at 11am, lots of entertainment, things to eat and a wonderful selection of ideal Christmas Presents. So come along and soak up Melton Mowbray’s Victorian atmosphere and see what Melton Mowbray has to offer you. 

The German Christmas Market

Old Market Square, Nottingham
19 Nov to 23 Dec, Mon – Sat 10am to 8pm and Sun 10am to 6pm