Christmas cheer has officially landed in Essex, and this time, Tesco is bringing the magic straight to shoppers’ doorsteps.
The supermarket mammoth has blazoned the return of its Tesco Christmas request pop-ups, setting up gleeful booths outside stores across the country.
Forget trekking through crowded high streets or city centres. These markets are right where you do your weekly shop, and yes, they’re completely free to visit.
A Festive Feast at Tesco
From Costa Coffee to Quality Street, Baileys, Lindt, and Toffifee, the line-up of brands at these pop-up requests reads like a Christmas wish list. Callers can anticipate free samples, gleeful drinks, and a plenitude of alleviation for grazing up on seasonal treats.
The events will run throughout November and December, open 11am to 7pm Monday to Saturday, and 10am to 4pm on Sundays, giving everyone a chance to drop by.
And it’s not just about the sweets and snacks. Tesco’s markets feature everything from premium cheese tastings with Castello and Boursin to hot drink sips from Teapigs and Tassimo, plus festive spirits from Drambuie, Thatchers, and Glen Moray Whiskey.
Essex Stores Joining the Festive Fun
The following Tesco stores across Essex will host their own mini Christmas wonderlands:
- Basildon Langdon Hills Superstore
- Lakeside Extra, Grays
- Rainham Essex Extra
- Romford Extra
- Romford Gallows Corner Extra
- Chelmsford Princes Road Superstore
- Maldon Extra
- Colchester Extra
- Goodmayes Extra
Each market promises a warm, Christmassy atmosphere, with twinkling lights, merry music, and a chance to sample goodies before filling your trolley.
What Tesco Says?
According to the Tesco website: “Coming to more cities and towns than ever, our free Christmas Market is heading to a store near you.
Join us for free food and drink samples plus festive inspiration to perfect your Christmas celebrations with family and friends.”
The supermarket says the aim is simple: to help shoppers “celebrate better together” this holiday season, offering tasters and inspiration to make Christmas shopping a little less stressful and a lot more fun.
These pop-up requests are further than just a marketing trick. They’re a chance for families to get into the gleeful spirit without spending a penny.
From slice-rich chocolates to discovering new drinks, it’s an experience designed to make every trip to Tesco feel like a mini Christmas adventure.
With big names, generous gifts, and that unmistakable vacation buzz, the Tesco Christmas Market is shaping up to be a must gleeful stop in Essex this time.
