Christmas In Malton
“A Quintessential Christmas Market Town”
A Merry Malton Christmas
Whether it’s Christmas puddings, perfectly prepped turkeys, homewares and interiors or gifts and experiences - Malton has your present list covered!
Find festive food, gift ideas galore & lots of Christmas cheer.
Visit Malton provide 2 hours free parking in over 200 car parking spaces in the town centre, 7 days a week throughout the year which continues into the festive period too, to make popping to the shops easier for you!
Make sure you try the warming winter dishes at the fabulous eateries in town when you visit! Charles Dickens enjoyed Christmas here so much, he used Malton as an inspiration for ‘A Christmas Carol’!
Why not stay a while longer in Malton and enjoy more of what Malton and the surrounding area has to offer - there’s a wide range of accommodation options from hotels to cosy B&Bs and more.
Malton Christmas Shopping
From festive foodie tips to great gift inspiration, check off your Christmas list in no time at all in Malton - Christmas made easy!
Malton Festive Foodie Tips
Chocolate baubles, festive macarons, advent calendars, specialist chocolates & more at Florian Poirot
Groovy Moo have gone all out again with their selection of festive gelatos including Christmas pudding & mince pie flavours!
Fabulous artisan gingerbread and lots of freshly baked goodies from The Pantry, Malton
Turkeys, geese and ‘Yorkshire Pots’ at Derek Fox Butchers
Whisky, gin, rum & the best Christmas tipples at McMillans of Malton
You’ll find Christmas cheese board inspiration at The Deli of Malton
Patisserie Malton is brimming with ideas for the Christmas kitchen from gingerbread houses to delicious hot chocolates
Whether it’s a classic London Dry, a Rhubarb & Ginger gin or their rum inspired Vanilla Spiced gin you will find the perfect tipple to warm you up this winter at Rare Bird Distillery
The Beecham Weigh create wonderful organic & ‘free-from’ hampers
Christmas coffee selection boxes and coffee bean bag stockings from Roost Coffee are simply superb!
Vegan puff pastry mince pies from The Purple Carrot
The Chestnut & Roasted Hazelnut sourdough from Bluebird Bakery is simply delicious!
Gluten, nut and dairy free Christmas Puddings from Malton Relish
Christmas hams & game pies from Food2Remember
La Trattoria’s relaxed setting is perfect for a Christmas pizza
Find your fresh, festive veggies from one of Malton’s fab independent greengrocers, Paley’s in the Market Place & Dales on Wheelgate
Get your dried Christmas cake ingredient packs from Scoops Ingredients Shop
If you’re looking for a special dessert like a dedicant dipping box, Sweet Treats by Carol in the Market Place has you covered!
Gifts Galore & Wholesome Homewares
The perfect vintage finds at Bowley & Jackson will keep all the family happy this Christmas
Is there anything better than stylish Christmas gifts from Hare & Wilde?
Kemps General Stores is a Christmas treasure trove, full of the most beautiful & unusual stocking fillers, gifts & books
The Shambles, Malton’s only cobbled street is packed full of amazing antiques & curiosities.
Have a friend who’s a film buff? Why not treat them to a gift voucher for The Palace Theatre, Malton’s Art Deco cinema?
Find Scandi-inspired children’s gifts in Malton’s newest shop Bébé K.
9-11 Interiors has 3 floors of incredible gifts & festive homewares
Find hygge cosiness ideas and handmade skincare products and more at Cosy Cottage Soap on the Market Place.
Plum is a gorgeous gift emporium located in the heart of Malton, stocking everything from treats for the home, for him, for her and the children!
Linton Pet Shop is the one-stop shop if you’re looking to treat your pets this festive season with tasty chews and seasonal toys galore.
You’ll be spoilt for choice at R.Yates & Sons - one of Malton’s oldest and most famous shops, it’s a place where you can find almost anything! You’ll also be able to pick your Christmas tree in their garden centre across the road.
Workshops & Courses
Give a loved one (or yourself) the gift of a new skill this Christmas. From gin-making at Rare Bird Distillery’s Gin School to creating your own edible gifts at The Cooks Place, there’s something for everyone!
The Gallery: Arts & crafts workshops
Kemps General Stores: Craft workshops
Topiary Tree Florist: DIY Wreath Kits
W.P. Horsley: Wreath Making workshops & DIY Wreath Kits
Eden Camp Gift Experience Gift Vouchers - enjoy a fantastic day out whilst delving into the living history at Eden Camp by giving someone the gift of an Eden Camp admission ticket. Find out more here.
Give the gift of play this Christmas, with Play Session vouchers at The Little Llama, one of Malton’s newest businesses.
Festive Events in Malton
A wicked and wonderful extravaganza awaits at Castle Howard for Christmas 2025. Gather your friends and family, and skip down the yellow brick road to experience the House dressed as scenes from Oz.
Working with the same creative team that brought you Alice's Christmas Wonderland and Christmas in Neverland, experience a festive take on L. Frank Baum's much-loved story, told in stately surroundings with theatrical installations, immersive soundscapes and projections. Delight in seeing the iconic characters and unique locations from the wonderful world of Oz, brought to life in technicolour splendour.
Complete your annual festive treat with delectable Afternoon Tea, a visit to Father Christmas, and festive shopping in the Christmas Shop, with more surprises to be announced soon.
Epic Adventure Parties - E(s)merald(a) the Elf
Join our favourite little elf for some interactive festive family adventure shows on Saturday 6th and Sunday 7th December with several shows running throughout each afternoon.
Tickets: £5 per person & each child will receive a gift too,
Find out more or book your place here: Epic Adventure Parties event tickets from TicketSource.
Big Christmas Concert by Candlelight - Ignite Concerts
Get ready for a magical night of Christmas hits and festive favourites — all under the warm glow of candlelight. Join singer-songwriter Alistair Griffin, as heard on BBC Radio 2 and seen on BBC TV, for an unforgettable live performance in the stunning Wesley Centre, Malton.
From the soaring beauty of O Holy Night to feel-good favourites like Fairytale of New York, Last Christmas, and Step Into Christmas, this is the ultimate festive night out. Grab a mulled wine, soak up the atmosphere, and kick-start your Christmas in style with one of Yorkshire’s best-loved voices.
Find out more about the event or book your tickets here: Big Christmas Concert by Candlelight – MALTON - Ignite Concerts - York
Malton Festive Events Calendar
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