Upcoming events.
Milton Keynes Christmas Cabins, centre:mk, Middleton Hall
Find a little holiday cheer at the annual Christmas Craft Cabins adjacent to Santa’s Grotto and John Lewis in Middleton Hall. Our cabin is near the corner opposite Next and John Lewis. Unfortunately we cannot make it this November. But, as in previous years, will be there for the last two weeks before Christmas. Hope to see you all then.
Haddon Hall Mercatum Christmas Artisan Market
A wonderful seasonal market of the finest craft and artisanal products in Derbyshire and beyond, beautifully presented in the 900 year old hall and grounds.
Visitors will have plenty of time to browse, shop and enjoy the wonderful range of food and gift choices available. Marquees will be located outdoors within the courtyard and on the Fountain and Bowling Green terraces of the gardens, as well as within some of the rooms of the Hall. This promises to be a fun shopping experience and a great opportunity to find something a little out of the ordinary for family and friends.
The Mercatum Winter Artisan Markets are hugely popular, so booking ahead is advised. Please note that the market runs Wednesday through Sundays only so is not open on Monday 2nd and Tuesday 3rd December.
Sandringham Christmas Craft, Food & Gift Fair
The Sandringham Christmas Fair offers a diverse array of well over a hundred crafters, artists and designers bringing you a choice of unique and special gifts for all your loved ones. Come, eat, enjoy, be entertained, look, listen, relax, buy your presents and go home happy.
Cheltenham Christmas Gift and Fashion Fair
Christmas shopping starts here! We are joining more than 150 top-quality companies selling a vast array of festive gifts, stylish unique products, unusual food, quirky items and stocking fillers. Restaurant on site, free parking. Children under 16 are free.
Westmorland County Show
Event Description
Located on the fringes of the Lake District, Westmorland County Show is a fantastic day out. Discover the best of farming and the countryside, as well the North West’s largest food hall and a vast selection of quality crafts and shopping. This year’s show has again been extended to two days to ensure the same wonderful experience.
Chatsworth Country Fair
The Chatsworth Country Fair features spectacular grand ring displays in the air and on land, demos from celebrity chefs plus entertainment for all the family. We will be exhibiting in the Heart of England Crafts Marquee. Book your tickets online to save time and money on the gate.
Blair Castle Horse Trials
The Blair Castle International Horse Trials will take place at Blair Castle for the last time in 2024. The event has been hosted at Blair for 35 years and will go ahead this year as planned in a farewell celebration.
Located on Atholl Estates, Blair Atholl, Perthshire, the Horse Trials take place against the stunning backdrop of Blair Castle and the Highlands. The castle and gardens are also open to the public during the event.
It is a great family day out, with a renowned shopping village, food hall, award-winning food/catering offerings, a children’s fair and much more.
Castle Street Edinburgh August Fair
A small but vibrant market in the centre of Edinburgh just off Princes Street. Local, ethical independent makers and designers present a selection of arts and crafts, artisan foods, fashion and design. Please note that the market closes at 6:00 pm on Sundays.
Bridge of Allan Highland Games
Bridge of Allan is one of Scotland’s premier Highland Games. They offer a packed programme of traditional cultural and sporting events. Crowd-pleasing heavyweight competitions, almost two hundred highland dancers and more than a thousand pipers are just some of the highlights of the day. You can also enjoy running, cycling and wrestling, browse among trade stands and craft stalls and enjoy a wee refreshment or two as you go.
For the young ones there are thrills to enjoy in the popular funfair, adjoining the Games field.
Parking is free, so come and enjoy!
Border Union Show
The Border Union Show is the highlight of the event and agricultural calendar for the Scottish Borders and Northumberland. There are over 175 trade stands for everything you could imagine from tractors and farm supplies to clothing and food outlets.
We are delighted to be returning for the second year in a row to the Border Union Show after an absence of many years.
Come see us in the Craft & Gift Marquee.
Inveraray Highland Games
Located at the picturesque grounds of Inveraray Castle, the Games celebrate Scotland’s rich culture and heritage with field and track events, piping, highland dancing competitions and heavyweight events including the world championships for tossing the caber. You will also find a good selection of local Scottish food and drink stands as well many trade and charity stalls.
Games day starts with a parade from the Town to the Games field with the Pipe Band. This starts promptly at 10.45am and takes around 15-20 minutes. By then, the Piping, Highland Dancing and Track events are already underway and continue throughout the day until around 4.30pm-5.30pm. The Heavy events commence around 11.00am and continue throughout the day with the World Caber Tossing Championship around 3.30pm.
Scottish Game Fair
The 2024 GWCT Scottish Game Fair will once again feature an impressive line-up of traders, competitions and main ring events. It is a great day out for all the family and brings together a hand-picked collection of over 400 leading and specialty brands in Country Sports, Shooting, Fishing, Dogs, Equine, Land & Estate Management, Gardens & Home, Food & Drink and Lifestyle as well as delivering world class attractions, educational content and high profile ambassadors. Come see us in Osprey Row, this year in our own marquee just opposite our previous location.
Royal Highland Show
Enjoy a fabulous day out showcasing the best of food, farming and rural life at Ingliston in Edinburgh. We are located in the Indoor Shopping Arcade, next to Scotland’s Larder Live (the Food Hall) on 13th Avenue.
Please note that the Highland Show has moved to digital only ticketing. No tickets will be available to purchase at the gate; all entry and parking tickets must be booked in advance online.
Sandringham Craft, Wood & Food Festival
Combining the Sandringham Food & Drink Festival with the Sandringham Craft & Wood Festival makes for a great family day out with lots to see and do for all ages.
Harrogate Spring Flower Show
The traditional spring show is back at the Great Yorkshire Showground from 25 - 28 April 2024.
Come and enjoy a wonderful event including all your favourite features: beautiful show gardens, plant nurseries, live theatres, garden essentials plus a great selection of artisan food and gift shopping.
Spring Homes & Garden Open-Air Fair at Sudeley Castle
Enjoy a day out with friends while browsing a great selection of items for your home and garden as well as distinctive gifts, food and fashion - a wonderful selection of products that are not on the high street.
Exhibitors will be housed in rows of mini marquees, each separated, with wide aisles in between in the open air . Customers can shop at any stand without getting wet, should it rain. All the benefits of an indoor marquee but with the space of an outdoor show.
Children under 16 are free. The show closes at 5 pm Thursday through Saturday and 4:30 pm on the Sunday.
Great Missenden Easter Food Festival
A vibrant artisan food festival featuring a wide range of activities for all ages as well as live music and a great array of shopping for specialist foods and quality craft and gift items.
Oxford Christmas Market (CANCELLED)
The traditional Oxford Christmas Market has sadly been cancelled due to planning issues. We will miss seeing everyone at our usual spot on Broad Street. However, we will be exhibiting in the Craft Cabins at Centre:mk, Middleton Hall from 11th November until close of business on 24th December and hope that some of our wonderful Oxford customers may be able to make the trip to Milton Keynes to visit us there.
Haddon Hall Mercatum Christmas Artisan Market
A wonderful seasonal market of the finest craft and artisanal products in Derbyshire and beyond, beautifully presented in the 900 year old hall and grounds.
Visitors will have plenty of time to browse, shop and enjoy the wonderful range of food and gift choices available. Marquees will be located outdoors within the courtyard and on the Fountain and Bowling Green terraces of the gardens, as well as within some of the rooms of the Hall. This promises to be a fun shopping experience and a great opportunity to find something a little out of the ordinary for family and friends.
The Mercatum Winter Artisan Markets are hugely popular, so booking ahead is advised.
Farnborough Festive Fair
Browse over 120 stands for hand crafted Christmas gifts and tantalizing food and beverages to enjoy over the festive season. A wonderful day out.
Sandringham Christmas Craft, Food & Gift Fair
The Sandringham Christmas Fair offers a diverse array of well over a hundred crafters, artists and designers bringing you a choice of unique and special gifts for all your loved ones.
Milton Keynes Christmas Cabins, Centre:MK, Middleton Hall
Find a little holiday cheer at the annual Christmas Craft Cabins adjacent to Santa’s Grotto and John Lewis in Middleton Hall. Our cabin is opposite the main entrance to John Lewis. This year we will be exhibiting our jewellery for the full length of the event.
Cheltenham Christmas Gift and Fashion Fair
Christmas shopping starts here! We are joining more than 150 top-quality companies selling a vast array of festive gifts, stylish unique products, unusual food, quirky items and stocking fillers. Restaurant on site, free parking.
Harrogate Autumn Flower Show
The Harrogate Autumn Flower Show will be returning to the beautiful surroundings of Newby Hall, as in 2021 and 2022.
This newly imagined event will once again host traditional show favourites including plant nurseries, fantastic fruit and vegetables and live theatres alongside spectacular feature installations and activities. As always, you will also be treated to a great selection of artisan food and gift shopping.
Westmorland County Show
Event Description
Located on the fringes of the Lake District, Westmorland County Show is a fantastic day out. Discover the best of farming and the countryside, as well the North West’s largest food hall and a vast selection of quality crafts and shopping. This year’s show has again been extended to two days to ensure the same wonderful experience.
Chatsworth Country Fair
The Chatsworth Country Fair features spectacular grand ring displays in the air and on land, demos from celebrity chefs plus entertainment for all the family. We will be exhibiting in the Heart of England Crafts Marquee. Book your tickets online to save time and money on the gate.
Blair Castle Horse Trials
Blair Castle International Horse Trials runs at the end of each August. Now in its 33rd year of international competition, it is Scotland’s leading equestrian event and runs over the course of 4 days.
Located on Atholl Estates, Blair Atholl, Perthshire, the Horse Trials take place against the stunning backdrop of Blair Castle and the Highlands. The castle and gardens are also open to the public during the event.
It is a great family day out, with a renowned shopping village, food hall, award-winning food/catering offerings, a children’s fair and much more.
Bridge of Allan Highland Games
Bridge of Allan is one of Scotland’s premier Highland Games. They offer a packed programme of traditional cultural and sporting events. Crowd-pleasing heavyweight competitions, almost two hundred highland dancers and more than a thousand pipers are just some of the highlights of the day. You can also enjoy running, cycling and wrestling, browse among trade stands and craft stalls and enjoy a wee refreshment or two as you go.
For the young ones there are thrills to enjoy in the popular funfair, adjoining the Games field.
Parking is free, so come and enjoy!
Border Union Show
The Border Union Show is the highlight of the event and agricultural calendar for the Scottish Borders and Northumberland. There are over 175 trade stands for everything you could imagine from tractors and farm supplies to clothing and food outlets.
We are delighted to be returning to the Border Union Show after an absence of many years. Come see us in the Craft & Gift Marquee.
Inveraray Highland Games
Located at the picturesque grounds of Inveraray Castle, the Games celebrate Scotland’s rich culture and heritage with field and track events, piping, highland dancing competitions and heavyweight events including the world championships for tossing the caber. You will also find a good selection of local Scottish food and drink stands as well many trade and charity stalls.
Games day starts with a parade from the Town to the Games field with the Pipe Band. This starts promptly at 10.45am and takes around 15-20 minutes. By then, the Piping, Highland Dancing and Track events are already underway and continue throughout the day until around 4.30pm-5.30pm. The Heavy events commence around 11.00am and continue throughout the day with the World Caber Tossing Championship around 3.30pm.
Scottish Game Fair
The 2023 GWCT Scottish Game Fair will once again feature an impressive line-up of traders, competitions and main ring events. It is a great day out for all the family and brings together a hand-picked collection of over 400 leading and specialty brands in Country Sports, Shooting, Fishing, Dogs, Equine, Land & Estate Management, Gardens & Home, Food & Drink and Lifestyle as well as delivering world class attractions, educational content and high profile ambassadors. Come see us in Osprey Row, opposite the Food Hall.