CHRISTMAS
Prepare for the enchantment as the doors of the magical Christmas Festival open again, promising a wonderful experience infused with festive delights.
Christmas at Blackthorpe Barn
‘Tis the season for festive delights!
Step into the pure delight of Christmas as the beloved Rougham Christmas Shop reopens in mid-October. Meander through a magical wonderland filled with thousands of decorations, creative delights, wreaths, and aromatic treasures. Discover gifts for all and indulge in treats galore.
Prepare for the return of the boutique Arts and Crafts Fair! Featuring the exquisite work of talented, independent artists and craftspeople from around the country, this event will span five weekends starting in November.
Our home-grown Rougham Estate Christmas trees, including the Pick-Your-Own Nordmann Firs, potted and freshly-cut options, will be available for sale starting at the end of November. Look forward to bringing the spirit of the holidays home.
Tickets for Christmas events are usually made available during the month of September.
Christmas Shop
Step into the enchanting world of the Rougham Christmas Shop, a treasure trove of decorations catering to all tastes. Discover items that add glamour, decadence and finishing touches to your home; a joyous experience filled with indulgent festive loveliness.
Arts and Crafts Fair
Showcasing diverse talents, this annual craft fair features exquisite, handcrafted works made by talented artists and craft-makers from around the country.
Running for 5 consecutive weekends with a different mix of makers at each event, both day-tickets and season tickets are available.
Christmas Trees
From November our very own Rougham Estate Christmas trees are on sale. Come and choose your own tree on the plantation, or choose from potted and freshly-cut trees, all grown within 1 mile of Blackthorpe Barn.
Christmas Wreaths
Handmade on-site with foliage from Rougham Estate, our delightful Christmas wreaths come in various sizes, from small to huge, ensuring a beautiful festive welcome at your door. They are sold from the Christmas shop as they are made and are available on a first-come, first-served basis.
If you would like to make your own wreath, we hold workshops in the pre-Christmas period.
Christmas Craft Workshops
Christmas is the time to treat yourself; coming to one of our Christmas craft workshops makes a wonderful start to the season. Why not make your own decorations this year, a special gift for a loved one or even your own fresh Christmas wreath! All our workshops are tutored by friendly, professional craftspeople.
Gift Vouchers for Christmas
The perfect gift for Christmas, these vouchers can be used in the Rougham Estate Shop and Café and last for a whole 12 months.
They can be spent in the magical Christmas Shop to buy gifts and decorations, for a tasty bite to eat in Roots Café and towards buying one of our locally-grown Rougham Estate Christmas trees.
It’s an excellent way to give a Christmas present that keeps on giving; during the rest of the year the vouchers are valid for the inspiring Garden and Lifestyle Shop too, open January to mid-October.
From £25 upwards, the vouchers can be used over multiple visits.
Events this Christmas
Christmas Shop
Date: 20th Oct – 23rd Dec
Free admission, Open every day 9:30-5 (Sundays until 4pm)
No booking needed
Christmas Tree Sales
Date: 21 Nov – 23 Dec Free admission and parking
Open daily 9.30-17:00, Sundays until 16:00 Freshly cut Rougham Estate trees available until Tuesday 23 December 2025
Christmas Wreath Workshops 2025
Date: 13th Dec – 14th Dec
Price: £75.00
Half-day wreath-making workshops Saturday morning 9:30-12:30 Sunday morning 9:30-12:30
Arts & Crafts Fair Weekend 5
Date: 13th Dec – 14th Dec
Price: £2.50
The final fabulous weekend of Arts & Crafts Open 10-4 Day tickets online: £2.50 Day tickets on the door: £3
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It’s not Christmas ’til we have been to Blackthorpe Barn!”
– M BW
We go every year. We absolutely love it”
– J H
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If you haven’t already purchased your tree, why not consider a potted one?
Potted trees offer many benefits, including sustainability and flexibility as an alternative to cut trees.
They can be enjoyed both indoors and outdoors, and with proper care, they can be reused year after year, either repotted or planted in your garden.
We have a variety of sizes and species to choose from.
Visit Rougham Estate today to find the perfect Christmas tree, whether it’s potted or freshly cut!
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Have you finished your Christmas Shopping yet? Come and find what you need at the Arts&Crafts Fair on Rougham Estate, this coming weekend.
The beautiful, thatched Blackthorpe Barn will be buzzing with around 50 talented designer-makers selling their creations. You’re sure to find inspiration here!
Makers shown here:
@hedkasedesigns @jewellerybyjulie @triciafrancispots @birdfeedertree @deeayles @katiemillardartist @makeroftinyglassstuff @thepinkhareuk @ceramicsbuyanja @petal_anderson @beadedgarden @jasminrowlandson
Doors open 10am – 4pm for this final Crafts Christmas Market for 2025
Day tickets £2.50 online (£3 on the door)
Children 16 and under: free
Assistance dogs only
Just east of Bury St Edmunds Suffolk, Junction 45, A14
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What theme are you going for this Christmas?
Are you more of a:
1. Rococo?
2. Woodland?
3. Winterwonderland?
You can shop the look. Just visit the @roughamestateshop page for tips and more product information.
The Rougham Estate Shop is open daily from 9:30am – 5pm (except Sundays when we close at 4pm).
Get the look before it goes!
#shopthelook #roughamestate #blackthorpebarn #magicalchristmasmoments
If you are a mushroom fan, you’ll love this special dish.
Available for this week only we have…
Sauteed Wild Mushrooms with sage and whipped goats cheese on toasted sourdough with balsamic glaze.
Don’t miss out!
#special #foodlover #roughamestate #rootscafe
It’s the final weekend of Arts & Crafts at Rougham Estate this coming weekend. The last 4 weekends have been amazing and this weekend promises to beat them all!
With a range of makers joining us for the first time this year and other artisans coming back after they were with us on the first weekend, it’s whole new mix of designer-makers selling their creations, from jewellery to artworks, cosmetics to ceramics, sparkling wine to knitwear, garden sculptures, leatherwork, home fragrances and much more.
In all, around 50 makers will be at the Barn this weekend. Why not book your tickets online and find the perfect gifts here.
The makers showcased here are:
@zoejanejewellery @saffrongrange @rhodawebbart @Elsieandtomcandles @beeinspired_natural_skincare IslandKnitwear @westlodgepottery @nettiebirch @tiltshiftleatherworks @laura.harveyceramics @forevergardenmetalartwork
Doors open 10am – 4pm this weekend
Day tickets £2.50 online (£3 on the door)
Children 16 and under: free
Assistance dogs only
Just east of Bury St Edmunds Suffolk, Junction 45, A14
#roughamestate #blackthorpebarn #suffolkevent #christmasmarket #suffolkchristmas #suffolkartsociety #suffolkartsociety #suffolkcraftsociety #artisanmade #artisanmarket
If you haven’t already put your Christmas tree up, this tree-tutorial will ensure it’s extra special!
All the items used are from the Rougham Estate Shop and have been thoughtfully decorated by Suzie, our shop buyer.
You will be able to find much more information on products, items, and “how to’s” if you follow the Rougham Estate Shop page.
#roughamestate #blackthorpebarn #christmas #treetorial #howtothischristmas
The best Christmas Market in the area! This weekend the old thatched Barn is literally packed with fabulous hand-crafted goodies made by talented artisans, some creating their work before your eyes at their stalls.
This is but a selection of what is on offer, from bags to glasswork, jewellery to artworks, ceramics, woodwork, food and drink and much more!
These makers are with us for the last time tomorrow, Sunday 7th December, so visit now or miss them this year.
@kate_wrigglesworth @luvdaisydaisy @tim_plunkett_designer_maker @stained_glass_studio @sparetimebyhelena @redbikeleatherworks @lizziebrownceramics @wildknightdistillery @matthewread42 @louisepettersson_craftsperson @hannahdowdingfurniture @lizzingtonbags @kittiwakejewellery @mays_wonderfully_woven @HelenMaxfield @Getknottedmacrame @wendytheobaldwildlife @rosanna_clare @cleoandbel @JadwigaZaleskiJewellery
Come and enjoy a day out in the glorious Suffolk countryside and find the gift you’ve been looking for!
Doors open 10am – 4pm this weekend and next (finishing on 14th December)
Day tickets £2.50 online (£3 on the door)
Children 16 and under: free
Assistance dogs only
Just east of Bury St Edmunds Suffolk, Junction 45, A14
#roughamestate #blackthorpebarn #artisanmarket #artisanmade #suffolkartsociety #suffolkcraftsociety #suffolkevent #suffolkchristmas #christmasmarket #christmasgiving
Are you ready for Christmas? We’ve got what you need here at Rougham Estate!
This weekend, the Christmas Festival is in full swing.
🌲Freshly-cut Christmas Trees from our own Estate for sale, daily 9:30-5 (4 on Sundays)
Nordman Fir and Spruce trees of varying heights available; potted trees in the courtyard.
🟠 PYO trees with ORANGE labels have been cut and are waiting for you here until Thursday afternoon.
No booking needed, free entry, with tree crèche and tree-loading car park.
🛍️The fabulous Christmas Shop is just next door, full of decoration temptations; open daily 9:30-5 (4 on Sundays)
Customers often say this is like an adult Santa’s Grotto🎅
Fresh, handmade wreaths are sold from the shop too.
No booking needed, free entry.
🎁For quality, hand-crafted gifts don’t miss the stunning Arts&Crafts Fair, where each piece is made by the designer-maker selling it. Artisans from around the country are in the medieval thatched barn, with gifts such as jewellery, leather goods, clothing, ceramics, glassware, furniture, food and more.
This is the Christmas Market not to be missed!
Open this weekend and next, 10-4, entry £3 on the door / £2.50 online, free for 16s and under.
🍽️Roots Café open daily 9-5 (4 on Sundays) for delicious sit-down meals and tasty snacks.
☕️Roots&Co Kiosk serving warming drinks and snacks in the courtyard.
🅿️Plenty of free parking and everything within walking distance in a lovely rural setting.
🚗Easy access: we’re just 2 minutes off the A14, junction 45, east of Bury St Edmunds.
🐕 Dogs welcome everywhere outside and in the café (paws on the floor); dogs must be carried in the shop; only assistance dogs allowed in the Crafts event due to the fragile nature of many items.
🎄It’s all happening here at Blackthorpe Barn – we’re looking forward to seeing you.
Come and make a day of it; enjoy getting your festive preparations sorted here!
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