Underfall Yard transforms into a festive wonderland this December for the Underfall Christmas Fair
Join Underfall Yard for a festive weekend on the 6th and 7th December for free as the historic boatyard transforms into the perfect place for seasonal cheer with an amazing harbourside view!
The famous Bristol ship ‘The Matthew’ joins the boatyard, giving visitors the chance to get a closer look at the replica of John Cabot’s ship. Take advantage of the rare opportunity to see it out of the water!
Enjoy great entertainment through music and poetry performances throughout the weekend from groups such as Feast of Fools, Bristol Folk Choir and the IsamBards. We are happy to announce that we also have an open mic offering, for which we still have space available for you to sign up!
You can savour the great melodies alongside some festive hot drinks and snacks courtesy of Underfall Cafe.
Guests can even embrace their own creativity at the ‘create your own trinket’ station, making a unique item to either decorate the Underfall Yard Christmas tree or take home as a personal keepsake. The retail area has been updated with fan-favourite stock and Christmas-themed designs from local artists, the perfect time to get some Christmas shopping done!
Free entry for everyone, all while fundraising for Underfall Yard’s Big Give Christmas Challenge campaign, where every donation is doubled.


Things to do at the Christmas Fair!
Saturday Activities
10am-3pm: Create your own Christmas trinket
10am – 4pm: The Matthew’s Christmas Tombola
11am & 12pm: Pump run demonstration
Saturday Performances:
The IsamBards (Poetry): 11:30am & 1:10pm
Feast of Fools (Singing): 12:30pm, 1:30pm, 2:30pm & 3:30pm
Sunday Activities
10am-3pm: Create your own Christmas trinket
10am – 1pm: The Matthew’s Christmas Tombola
11am & 12pm: Pump run demonstration
Sunday Performances
Bristol Folk Singers (Singing): 12pm-12:30pm
Open Mic: 1:30pm-4pm
Sign up for a slot today! https://calendly.com/market-underfallyard/open-mic