Be Inspired

Blackthorpe Barn is a thriving centre for art and craft enthusiasts, providing a vibrant platform for local and regional talent. The Barn hosts inspiring exhibitions, transforming its space into a dynamic gallery to showcase a diverse range of artistic expressions.

Commitment to the arts extends beyond exhibitions, encompassing hands-on workshops taught by experienced tutors as well as the renowned Arts and Crafts Fair in November and December, attracting talented makers from around the country.

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Arts and Crafts Fair

For over 30 years the Arts and Crafts Fair has been held at Blackthorpe Barn

  • featuring textiles, ceramics, glassware, metalware, woodwork, beauty products, leather items, jewellery, basketry, food and much more
  • held over 5 weekends during November and December
  • showcasing some of the country’s most talented artists and craft-makers
  • makers specifically chosen to ensure quality and a wide range of crafts
  • each weekend features a new mix of creators and artists
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Craft Workshops

Come and discover the art of a traditional craft, perhaps for pure pleasure or to satisfy your creative aspirations. Take part in our in-person workshops at Blackthorpe Barn, where learning a new craft is a perfect stress-relieving remedy.

Led by skilled and artistic professionals, each workshop offers a delightful and relaxing learning experience in our rural Suffolk setting.

Artworks 2023

Art Exhibitions

The exhibitions at Blackthorpe Barn showcase a range of artistic disciplines, from contemporary pieces to traditional art forms, creating an inspirational and enriching experience for visitors.

The old thatched barn provides a unique location for both established and emerging artists, fostering a vibrant artistic community. The carefully curated exhibitions not only celebrate the beauty of art but also contribute to the cultural enrichment of the community, making Blackthorpe Barn a must-visit destination for art enthusiasts.

Where to find us

Address: Blackthorpe Barn, Rougham
Bury St Edmunds, Suffolk
SatNav: IP30 9HZ
What3Words: newly.sofas.debating
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Parking:

Plenty of free parking on site

Disabled access available

This is a rural location and paths can be muddy

Please Note: The car parks close when Roots Café closes and the entrance gates are locked after this time

Directions:

Blackthorpe Barn is situated just south of Junction 45 of the A14, three miles east of Bury St Edmunds, in the village of Rougham.
Look out for the entrance gates to a long tree-lined avenue at the White House junction, with the Barn on the right of the avenue.
Blackthorpe Barn’s black and white signs direct visitors from local roads.

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🎃It’s pumpkin time again 🎃 Come to the Rougham Pumpkin Patch for another weekend of spooktacular searching for your perfect pumpkin!

🕣 Open 9am-5pm, Saturday and Sunday
🎟️ Free entrance and parking; no booking needed
👀 NEW this weekend: 🎃 Pumpkins by Torchlight 🔦 - Saturday evening, 5.30pm - 9.30pm 👻 with @wrights_2018 silent disco, fire pits and s’mores to toast… don’t forget your torch to find your pumpkins! Free entrance.

All the disco headsets have now been reserved, but add your name to the waiting list on-site and get a returned headset to boogie the night away!

🥪 @wrights_2018 are making their tasty posh toasties and running a licensed bar all weekend and Saturday evening.
🍗 @whatthe_peck are serving their amazing fried Suffolk chicken, all weekend incl. Saturday evening.

Other food trucks during the day this weekend:

🧇@chestnut_events with freshly-made waffles, shakes and sweets
🌯@badboiburritos serving moreish Mexican burritos
🐟@pimpmyfishuk with another level of fish and chips
☕️@kiernanscoffee are serving coffee, cakes and more at the Pitch in the Patch

🧑‍🎨@faceitfaceart are creating impressive bodyart (age 3+)
🍦@saffronicecreamco also available

🎃 There are thousands of pumpkins, from tiny to huge, and a vast range of colours too.

🐕Well-behaved dogs are welcome on a short lead in the picnic area and in the little doggy pumpkin patch. Dogs are not allowed into the main patch, due to having had to clean up after too many dogs in the past.

At Blackthorpe Barn, just 2 minutes away, Roots Café is serving the delicious new menu and the Garden Room shop has fabulous autumn decor.

So much to do at Rougham Estate - we can’t wait to see you!
All the details from roughamestate.com/welcome
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#pumpkinpatch #roughampumpkins #roughamestate #burystedmunds #suffolk #burystedmundsSuffolk #suffolkmums #pumpkin #pumpkins #lovepumpkins #pumpkinlove #iamanautumn #loveautumn #pumpkineverything #pumpkinspice #suffolkdaysout #suffolkphotography #suffolkcountryside

🎃It’s pumpkin time again 🎃 Come to the Rougham Pumpkin Patch for another weekend of spooktacular searching for your perfect pumpkin!

🕣 Open 9am-5pm, Saturday and Sunday
🎟️ Free entrance and parking; no booking needed
👀 NEW this weekend: 🎃 Pumpkins by Torchlight 🔦 – Saturday evening, 5.30pm – 9.30pm 👻 with @wrights_2018 silent disco, fire pits and s’mores to toast… don’t forget your torch to find your pumpkins! Free entrance.

All the disco headsets have now been reserved, but add your name to the waiting list on-site and get a returned headset to boogie the night away!

🥪 @wrights_2018 are making their tasty posh toasties and running a licensed bar all weekend and Saturday evening.
🍗 @whatthe_peck are serving their amazing fried Suffolk chicken, all weekend incl. Saturday evening.

Other food trucks during the day this weekend:

🧇@chestnut_events with freshly-made waffles, shakes and sweets
🌯@badboiburritos serving moreish Mexican burritos
🐟@pimpmyfishuk with another level of fish and chips
☕️@kiernanscoffee are serving coffee, cakes and more at the Pitch in the Patch

🧑‍🎨@faceitfaceart are creating impressive bodyart (age 3+)
🍦@saffronicecreamco also available

🎃 There are thousands of pumpkins, from tiny to huge, and a vast range of colours too.

🐕Well-behaved dogs are welcome on a short lead in the picnic area and in the little doggy pumpkin patch. Dogs are not allowed into the main patch, due to having had to clean up after too many dogs in the past.

At Blackthorpe Barn, just 2 minutes away, Roots Café is serving the delicious new menu and the Garden Room shop has fabulous autumn decor.

So much to do at Rougham Estate – we can’t wait to see you!
All the details from roughamestate.com/welcome
Link in profile

#pumpkinpatch #roughampumpkins #roughamestate #burystedmunds #suffolk #burystedmundsSuffolk #suffolkmums #pumpkin #pumpkins #lovepumpkins #pumpkinlove #iamanautumn #loveautumn #pumpkineverything #pumpkinspice #suffolkdaysout #suffolkphotography #suffolkcountryside

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It’s almost the weekend… oh yes!🎉 … and this weekend we’ve got the first Pumpkins By Torchlight evening🎃🔦 on Saturday. 

🔥With firepits and S’mores and the groovy silent disco 🪩 (all headsets now reserved, but get your name on the waiting list on the night to take returned headsets and join in the fun!), and of course: Pumpkins! 🎃

🔦Come and wander the Pumpkin Patch at night for a spooky evening, with a licensed bar and tasty food from @wrights_2018 and @whatthe_peck and space to hang out and enjoy autumn - this is a perfect October Saturday evening. 🍂

🎟️Entrance and parking are free, only pay for the pumpkins or food you want.
🎃The Patch will be open as usual from 9am-5pm on Saturday and Sunday and will open from 5.30pm-9.30pm on Saturday evening. You are welcome to stay on the patch between 5pm and 5.30pm, but be aware we will be doing some rearranging in the picnic area, so please be patient and give us space there to set up the evening fun. 

🎃We had a fabulous time last weekend - who’s coming for some fun this weekend?🙋
➡️All the details from roughamestate.com/welcome
Link in profile 

#roughampumpkins #roughamestate #pumpkin #pumpkinpatch #pumpkins #suffolkpumpkins #daysoutsuffolk #loveautumn #pumpkinspice #pumpkinseason #pumpkineverything #pumpkinsoup #pumpkinnight #burystedmunds #burystedmundsandbeyond #burystedmundssuffolk

It’s almost the weekend… oh yes!🎉 … and this weekend we’ve got the first Pumpkins By Torchlight evening🎃🔦 on Saturday.

🔥With firepits and S’mores and the groovy silent disco 🪩 (all headsets now reserved, but get your name on the waiting list on the night to take returned headsets and join in the fun!), and of course: Pumpkins! 🎃

🔦Come and wander the Pumpkin Patch at night for a spooky evening, with a licensed bar and tasty food from @wrights_2018 and @whatthe_peck and space to hang out and enjoy autumn – this is a perfect October Saturday evening. 🍂

🎟️Entrance and parking are free, only pay for the pumpkins or food you want.
🎃The Patch will be open as usual from 9am-5pm on Saturday and Sunday and will open from 5.30pm-9.30pm on Saturday evening. You are welcome to stay on the patch between 5pm and 5.30pm, but be aware we will be doing some rearranging in the picnic area, so please be patient and give us space there to set up the evening fun.

🎃We had a fabulous time last weekend – who’s coming for some fun this weekend?🙋
➡️All the details from roughamestate.com/welcome
Link in profile

#roughampumpkins #roughamestate #pumpkin #pumpkinpatch #pumpkins #suffolkpumpkins #daysoutsuffolk #loveautumn #pumpkinspice #pumpkinseason #pumpkineverything #pumpkinsoup #pumpkinnight #burystedmunds #burystedmundsandbeyond #burystedmundssuffolk

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We’ve been very busy working some Christmas magic!Our Christmas Country Shop is open very soon… the 21st October to be precise. We can’t wait to share it with you. #christmascountdown #christmas #christmasshoppingtime #christmastime #ChristmasGifts #christmaslights #countrychristmas #countrychristmasshop #magicalmemories #christmasshopping #blackthorpebarn #RoughamEstate

We’ve been very busy working some Christmas magic!Our Christmas Country Shop is open very soon… the 21st October to be precise. We can’t wait to share it with you. #christmascountdown #christmas #christmasshoppingtime #christmastime #ChristmasGifts #christmaslights #countrychristmas #countrychristmasshop #magicalmemories #christmasshopping #blackthorpebarn #RoughamEstate

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