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York's St Nicholas Fair has been named one of the UK's best Christmas markets.
The fair has been ranked as the fifth-best Christmas market to visit in 2026, according to Christmas Tree World.
The artificial Christmas tree experts analysed Google searches, December hotel prices, entry fees, number of stalls, and proximity to public transport to determine the rankings.
With an average December hotel stay costing around £133 per night, the fair offers a free entry fee for visitors.
The market, with its 75 stalls, is a strong choice for a festive city break and for those looking to soak up the Christmas spirit.
In the rankings, the fair scored 5.32 out of 10.
The top spot was secured by Manchester Christmas Markets, followed by Edinburgh Christmas Market, Birmingham's Frankfurt Christmas Market, and Bath Christmas Market.
Hyde Park Winter Wonderland came in sixth place, followed by Winchester Cathedral Christmas Market, Nottingham Winter Wonderland, Chester Christmas Market, and Leeds Christmas Market.
The research provides an insight into the popularity and quality of Christmas markets across the UK.
For those planning a festive city break in 2026, York's St Nicholas Fair is a worthy contender.
The full research can be viewed at christmastreeworld.co.uk/blog/best-christmas-markets-2026