A Hidden Beach Christmas
The Stade Open Space Christmas Village 2026
Be part of a beautifully transformed Christmas destination in the heart of Hastings Old Town.
Much more than a row of market stalls
Join a month-long celebration of independent shopping, festive food and drink, creativity and community at one of Hastings Old Town's best-known public spaces. The Stade Christmas Village will bring together carefully selected makers, artisans, food businesses and independent traders within a beautifully dressed seasonal setting designed to encourage visitors to browse, stay, eat, drink and return throughout the programme.
The Stade is transformed with festive trees, warm festoon lighting, seasonal food and drink, mulled wine and Christmas treats, Santa's Grotto, craft workshops, children's activities, choirs, acoustic entertainment and community events. As a trader, you become part of that experience — not simply a vendor renting a pitch.
Why trade with us
A setting designed to help good independents shine
- A month-long Christmas programme
- A prominent Hastings Old Town location
- Flexible booking of selected dates
- Affordable daily rates
- A carefully managed trader mix
- One trader per product category per day where possible
- Festive lighting included
- Regular weekend entertainment
- Family attractions and Santa’s Grotto
- Promotion through Hidden Beach channels
- Room for established businesses and emerging makers
Trader rates
Simple, affordable daily pitch rates
Monday – Thursday
£20
per day
Friday
£30
per day
Saturday
£40
per day
Sunday
£30
per day
Discounts may be available for longer bookings across the programme.
Who we're looking for
A curated mix of makers, tastes and independent finds
Applications are curated to maintain variety and avoid excessive duplication, so each trader has room to stand out.
- Arts, crafts & handmade gifts
- Jewellery & accessories
- Festive food & drink
- Bakers & confectioners
- Fashion & textiles
- Homeware & decorations
- Children’s products & activities
- Wellness & gifts
- Seasonal speciality traders
- Vegan & plant-based food
- Vegetarian street food
- Health, wellbeing & mindfulness
- Candles, soap & natural skincare
- Fresh produce & farmers
- Preserves, cheese & deli
- Hot drinks & coffee roasters
- Ceramics, pottery & glass
- Art, prints & illustration
- Books, stationery & gifts
- Vintage & pre-loved finds
- Plants, wreaths & florals
- Charity & community stalls
The atmosphere
A feast for the senses, all December long
Practical trader information
The essentials, kept simple
Apply for selected dates or a longer run across the programme.
Standard pitches are based around a 3m × 3m gazebo.
Horseboxes, trailers and other setups can provide their required dimensions.
General stall lighting and festoon lighting are included.
Additional electrical equipment and power requirements must be declared.
Limited covered spaces may be available.
Food traders must meet the required food-hygiene and safety standards.
Final access, unloading, parking and operational details are shared with confirmed traders.
Bring your business to The Stade this Christmas
Whether you create beautiful handmade gifts, serve irresistible festive food or offer something visitors will not find on the high street, we would love to hear from you.