Opening times vary by market and often change on the busiest weekends and in the final week before Christmas, so it's worth checking the specific market's official page for its current hours before you travel, especially if you're planning an early or late visit.

Most UK Christmas markets are centred on a city's main squares or historic streets, such as Parliament Street and St Sampson's Square in York or Victoria Square in Birmingham, but many spread further than a single postcode suggests. Booking parking against the specific market page gives you a space close to the actual stalls rather than just the general city centre.

Free parking near the busiest markets is limited and tends to be further from the action, filling up early on weekends and event days. Booking a space in advance with JustPark means you know you have somewhere to leave the car near the market, without relying on finding a free spot on the day.

Prices vary by market and location rather than being fixed for the season, and spaces closest to the busiest markets are usually priced higher than those a short walk further out. Booking ahead with JustPark lets you compare prices and pick a space that suits your budget before you travel.