Hebden Bridge in West Yorkshire is so pretty that it has been used as a filming location for the likes of BBC’s Happy Valley and Gentleman Jack. The town is also home to many unique local shops, including Broug’s, Wood & Wire, Spirals and the Yorkshire Soap Company - meaning there are plenty of places to pick up an unforgettable gift for a loved one. Hebden Bridge in West Yorkshire is so pretty that it has been used as a filming location for the likes of BBC’s Happy Valley and Gentleman Jack. The town is also home to many unique local shops, including Broug’s, Wood & Wire, Spirals and the Yorkshire Soap Company - meaning there are plenty of places to pick up an unforgettable gift for a loved one.
Hebden Bridge in West Yorkshire is so pretty that it has been used as a filming location for the likes of BBC’s Happy Valley and Gentleman Jack. The town is also home to many unique local shops, including Broug’s, Wood & Wire, Spirals and the Yorkshire Soap Company - meaning there are plenty of places to pick up an unforgettable gift for a loved one.

Christmas shopping: The 7 'prettiest towns' for festive shopping in the UK

By Holly Allton
Published 12th Dec 2023, 15:40 BST
Updated 12th Dec 2023, 15:42 BST

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Book a trip away to visit the prettiest UK towns at Christmas

The Times have revealed their ranking of the seven prettiest towns in the UK to visit for a Christmas shopping spree.

From picturesque villages with local businesses to shop at, to those putting on an incredibly festive market, towns across the country are getting into the Christmas spirit and welcoming visitors to come along and see what they have to offer.

Check out The Times' prettiest towns in the UK for Christmas shopping, and maybe get a trip booked in before the big day!

Check out The Times' prettiest towns in the UK for Christmas shopping, and maybe get a trip booked in before the big day!

While Cambridge is certainly home to many local businesses and shops, it also has a dedicated shopping area for big-name brands. The town undergoes a festive makeover at Christmas time, paying homage to its historic roots while also staying true to its modern vibe.

5. Cambridge, Cambridgeshire

While Cambridge is certainly home to many local businesses and shops, it also has a dedicated shopping area for big-name brands. The town undergoes a festive makeover at Christmas time, paying homage to its historic roots while also staying true to its modern vibe.

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Ludlow in Shropshire has its very own market outside of Ludlow Castle, which has been a tradition since 1086. The town is also home to beautiful shops such as Bodenhams, Little Twidlets and Ludlow Vintage.

6. Ludlow, Shropshire

Ludlow in Shropshire has its very own market outside of Ludlow Castle, which has been a tradition since 1086. The town is also home to beautiful shops such as Bodenhams, Little Twidlets and Ludlow Vintage.

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Lewes in East Sussex is home to many independent shops, including womenswear retailer Along Came She, homeware seller Closet & Botts, and vintage clothing shop Rehab, along many more. Lewes also has its own markets dedicated to food, crafts, flea and a Christmas fair.

7. Lewes, East Sussex

Lewes in East Sussex is home to many independent shops, including womenswear retailer Along Came She, homeware seller Closet & Botts, and vintage clothing shop Rehab, along many more. Lewes also has its own markets dedicated to food, crafts, flea and a Christmas fair.

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