Cornwall Christmas Fair to Return to Eden Project in November

The Cornwall Christmas Fair is back for its 34th year, returning to the Eden Project on Wednesday 19th and Thursday 20th November 2025. The popular event promises a festive shopping experience with the added bonus of raising money for the Cornwall Community Foundation.

Shopping, Food and Festive Lights

Organised entirely by volunteers and supported by local sponsors, the Fair brings together more than 50 stalls selling Christmas gifts, home accessories, fashion, ceramics, jewellery, skincare and artisan food and drink.

Fair-goers on the Wednesday evening will also be treated to an exclusive first look at Eden’s spectacular festive lights in the Mediterranean Biome and gardens, ahead of the rainforest biome lights opening later in the month.

Supporting Cornwall Communities

Last year’s event raised £68,000 for the Cornwall Community Foundation, which distributed grants to a number of charities across the county. Beneficiaries included The Women’s Centre Cornwall, Young & Talented Cornwall, St Petrocs, WILD Young Parents, WithYou, and the Cornwall Community Foundation Surviving Winter Fund.

Proceeds also supported Newquay Foodbank, helping it extend opening hours from three to five days per week during the key winter months.

Co-Chair Jane Hartley said:

“The Fair is about far more than Christmas shopping and revelry. The event has become a lynchpin for raising vital funds for Cornwall. All money raised will go straight to support Cornwall’s struggling communities via the Cornwall Community Foundation.

Come along, browse the stalls, have fun and do your bit for charity at the same time.”

A Christmas Jumper with a Twist

A new addition this year is the Rodda’s Pre-loved Christmas Jumpers stall. Donated jumpers from across Cornwall will be available to purchase, giving people the chance to refresh their festive wardrobe while raising funds.

Fair Co-Chair Kate Holborow said:

“It’s always fun to have a new Christmas jumper but with just a handful of wears each year, it’s a waste to keep buying new. This is your chance to update your Christmas wardrobe with a pre-loved number while raising money for charity.

Dig out and donate your festive woollies, then choose a new-to-you favourite at the Fair.”

Donations can be dropped off at the Cornwall Community Foundation Bodmin offices (17 Callywith Gate, Bodmin PL31 2RQ) on Tuesdays and Wednesdays or by contacting Jenny Pickles on 07956 470451. Jumpers can also be donated at the Fair itself.

Ticket Details

Tickets are available now from www.cornwallchristmasfair.com and usually sell out quickly. Each ticket includes entry to the Eden Project on the day of the visit.

• Wednesday 19th November 2025: Preview & Shopping Evening, 5pm – 9pm. Tickets £32 including supper and a glass of wine on arrival. A Christmas Fair Cocktail Hour starts at 5pm.

• Thursday 20th November 2025: Day Fair, 10am – 4pm. Tickets £20 including lunch, wine and free admission to the Eden Project.

VIP parking is available to pre-book for £10 per car in the Orange 3 area above the Visitor Centre.

Backed by Local Support

The Fair is made possible thanks to sponsors including Samworth Brothers Cornwall, Eden Project, Evelyn Partners, Lillicrap Chilcott, Rodda’s, Wildanet, Coodes, Seasalt Cornwall, Stacks Property Search, Impress51, Jarrang, St. Austell Printing, Trevornick Holiday Park, Digital Natives, Wild Card, St Austell Brewery, Baker Tom’s, The Old Ship Hotel and Truro High School.