A beloved Norfolk Christmas market has beaten 100s from around the country to be named one of the UK's best.

The Times has named their picks for the top 18 festive markets to visit this year with Holkham Hall scooping a spot on the list.

It praised Holkham's picturesque location and the vast range of more than 60 stalls.

The Times wrote: "This beautiful country estate in North Norfolk puts on a magical show for Christmas.

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"Wander around the Lady Elizabeth Wing of Holkham Hall and enjoy the spectacle of more than 60 stalls vying for your attention.

"The best of Norfolk’s artisan food and drink producers and craftspeople will tempt you with delicious and gorgeous gifts."

This year, due to popular demand, the market will be open for an extra day allowing punters to get some early evening shopping done on Friday.

The market will include stalls from some of the best producers in Norfolk, including artisan bakery Bread Source and Wildcraft Brewery.

A spokesman for Holkham Hall said: "Our street food and music are being finalised, please check back nearer the time for further details."

The event running on December 13, 14 and 15, will be free to enter however drivers will have to pay for parking.