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.

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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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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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🎃Today’s the day - Rougham Pumpkins welcomes you back to more wonderful autumnal fun!🎃
🎃With pumpkins and gourds from tiny to huge, in a vast array of colours and the funkiest of shapes, your perfect pumpkin is waiting for you here. 
🎃Open October weekends 9-5 and then daily 26-31, there are thousands of pumpkins to choose from. 
🎃This year, come to the Patch at dusk for Pumpkins by Torchlight on Saturdays 12th and 26th 5.30pm-9.30pm, with twinkly lights, fire pits, food and a shhh! silent disco. Reserve your headsets online (£5/adult, children free) - 26th is already sold out. But don’t worry - there’ll be a waiting list on the night to take over returned headsets. 
🐶Well-behaved dogs on a short lead are welcome in the picnic area and in the new little Doggy Pumpkin Patch. Due to having had too much mess to clear up in previous years, dogs are not allowed in the main pumpkin patch. 
🎃Free to enter, no booking required, plenty of space for children to run and play, a range of food and drink on offer or bring your own picnic, face painting, ice cream, loads of photo opportunities…. come and take it easy and enjoy the great outdoors at this gorgeous time of year!

🌯This weekend (5/6 Oct) we are joined by
@wrights_2018 @whatthe_peck  @badboiburritos  @pimpmyfishuk  @chestnut_events  @faceitfaceart and @kiernanscoffee (Sunday only)

All the details from roughamestate.com/welcome
Link in profile
👋See you soon!

#roughampumpkins #roughamestate #pumpkin #pumpkinpatch #pumpkinpicking #pumpkinseason #pumpkinpie #pumpkindecor #pumpkineverything #suffolk #suffolklife #suffolkcountryside #suffolkbloggers #burystedmunds #burystedmundssuffolk #burystedmundsandbeyond #burystedmundsmums #suffolkmums #suffolkmagazine

🎃Today’s the day – Rougham Pumpkins welcomes you back to more wonderful autumnal fun!🎃
🎃With pumpkins and gourds from tiny to huge, in a vast array of colours and the funkiest of shapes, your perfect pumpkin is waiting for you here.
🎃Open October weekends 9-5 and then daily 26-31, there are thousands of pumpkins to choose from.
🎃This year, come to the Patch at dusk for Pumpkins by Torchlight on Saturdays 12th and 26th 5.30pm-9.30pm, with twinkly lights, fire pits, food and a shhh! silent disco. Reserve your headsets online (£5/adult, children free) – 26th is already sold out. But don’t worry – there’ll be a waiting list on the night to take over returned headsets.
🐶Well-behaved dogs on a short lead are welcome in the picnic area and in the new little Doggy Pumpkin Patch. Due to having had too much mess to clear up in previous years, dogs are not allowed in the main pumpkin patch.
🎃Free to enter, no booking required, plenty of space for children to run and play, a range of food and drink on offer or bring your own picnic, face painting, ice cream, loads of photo opportunities…. come and take it easy and enjoy the great outdoors at this gorgeous time of year!

🌯This weekend (5/6 Oct) we are joined by
@wrights_2018 @whatthe_peck @badboiburritos @pimpmyfishuk @chestnut_events @faceitfaceart and @kiernanscoffee (Sunday only)

All the details from roughamestate.com/welcome
Link in profile
👋See you soon!

#roughampumpkins #roughamestate #pumpkin #pumpkinpatch #pumpkinpicking #pumpkinseason #pumpkinpie #pumpkindecor #pumpkineverything #suffolk #suffolklife #suffolkcountryside #suffolkbloggers #burystedmunds #burystedmundssuffolk #burystedmundsandbeyond #burystedmundsmums #suffolkmums #suffolkmagazine

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Getting all autumnal so it means we need to crack out the seasonal delights. 

We have new on offer, the pumpkin spice latte brownie, Halloween rocky road, and toffee apple blondie. 

Limited time only so don’t miss out! 

#halloween #Halloween #halloween2024 #halloweenfood #treatsplease #treatsforme #cakes #cakeslices #cakesdaily  #roughamroots #blackthorpebarn #roughamestate

Getting all autumnal so it means we need to crack out the seasonal delights.

We have new on offer, the pumpkin spice latte brownie, Halloween rocky road, and toffee apple blondie.

Limited time only so don’t miss out!

#halloween #Halloween #halloween2024 #halloweenfood #treatsplease #treatsforme #cakes #cakeslices #cakesdaily #roughamroots #blackthorpebarn #roughamestate

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