Arts and Crafts Fair
Come and buy directly from some of the best designer-makers in the UK at Blackthorpe Barn, listed in the “10 Christmas crafts fairs to get you in the festive spirit” by the Crafts Council UK.
Key details
When:
Date:
Time:
16th – 17th Nov
10:00 – 16:00
23rd – 24th Nov
10:00 – 16:00
30th Nov – 1st Dec
10:00 – 16:00
7th – 8th Dec
10:00 – 16:00
14th – 15th Dec
10:00 – 16:00
Where:
Blackthorpe Barn, Rougham
Bury St Edmunds, Suffolk
SatNav: IP30 9HZ
Entrance from the main car park, opposite the walkway to the overflow car parks.
MapPricing:
Day tickets:
Advance (Online) £2.50
On the door £3.00
Age 16 and under free
Season ticket (entry for all 10 days):
Advance (Online) £10
On the door £12
Age 16 and under free
Quality craftsmanship in a charming medieval barn
Now closed for 2024
This event is an amazing five weekends celebrating some of the best artisan crafts from across the country. The festive, unspoilt 16th century Barn is filled with talented, independent makers selling their own handcrafted work directly to visitors.
We are proud to have been showcasing art and craft on Rougham Estate, as part of Christmas at Blackthorpe Barn, for over 30 years.
Each designer-maker is carefully selected to ensure quality and to provide the ultimate eclectic mix of pieces to enjoy.
This year there are many new makers alongside some popular regulars, each with intriguing pieces for sale. The mix of makers changes each weekend, so there is always something new to see each time you visit.
The Art and Craft Fair is only open at the weekends to allow the makers time during the week to practise their craft and make their wares.
The modest entrance price, compared to similar craft shows, distributes the costs of maintaining the ancient barn and hosting the event here, directly benefiting the makers by ensuring reasonable stall-holder fees. Children aged 16 and under are admitted free of charge.
Only assistance dogs are allowed in the Arts and Crafts Fair.
Tickets bought on the door cost more than tickets bought online
Tickets and Details for each weekend
MEET THE MAKERS
Every independent designer-maker is thoughtfully selected, ensuring both the quality of their work and a wide range of pieces crafted for your enjoyment. All the makers will be personally present, ready to meet visitors and engage in conversations about the inspiration behind their wonderful creations.
Discover an array of crafts ranging from weaving, ceramics, glassware and metalwork, wood creations, natural beauty products, leather items, jewellery, books, foods, baskets and much more. These beautiful items for home and garden are perfect for gifting or perfect for keeping yourself.
Makers’ Grid 2024
- See which makers are coming to Arts and Crafts at Blackthorpe Barn this year by using the grid below.
- Sort the makers by the Week that they are at the Barn, or by Craft, or search by Name in the Search box, by using the controls at the top of the grid.
- Find out more about Featured Makers, marked with the tag “Featured”, by clicking on their name or picture.
Makers’ Grid for Nov/Dec 2024
AccessiSew
All About the Beads
Art and Weaving by Katie Green
Aurora Lombardo Designs
Belle Array Jewellery
Birdfeeder Tree
Bitesize Bakehouse
Carol Page
Carola Smedjebacka Design
Caroline Brogden – Contemporary Jewellery
Caroline Hyde-Brown
Ceramics Buy Anja
Chamaeleon & Co
Chloe Scott Woven Design
Christine Pike
Claire Pirie Ceramics
Claire Porter Ceramics
Clare McEwan Illustration
Clare Wainwright Stained Glass
Colin Boatman Woodturner
Corinne Pearson-Evans
Country Charm-Cottage Clothing
Cyndi Speer Fine Artist
Danielle Hopkinson
Gallery
We bought a season ticket and attended each and every arts and crafts weekend. Well worth the money and a fantastic event. Thank you to everyone for all the hard work.”
– KM
Rougham Estate really understand Art & Crafts”
– JH
Where to find us
Bury St Edmunds, Suffolk
SatNav: IP30 9HZ
Plenty of free parking on site
Please keep to the 5mph speed limit
Disabled access available
This is a rural location and paths can be muddy
The car parks close when Roots Café closes and the entrance gates are locked after this time
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.
2025 ARTS & CRAFTS APPLICATION
If you want to get ahead and apply for the 2025 Arts&Crafts at Rougham Estate, held in Blackthorpe Barn, please fill in the online application form.
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This week’s brunch special is…
Asian Style French Toast, Pak Choi, Teriyaki Chicken, Poached Egg, Crispy Noodles with Sriracha.
Available for a limited time only so don’t miss out on this delicious dish!
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This week’s brunch special is…
Asian Style French Toast, Pak Choi, Teriyaki Chicken, Poached Egg, Crispy Noodles with Sriracha.
Available for a limited time only so don’t miss out on this delicious dish!
#RootsCafe #RoughamEstate #localfood #rootscafe #FoodieFinds #localbusiness #brunch #brunchtime #brunchspecial
From tomorrow, Monday the 20th, we have a mouthwatering deal on…
Our 2 for £20 deal on any ciabattas is available in Roots Cafe – Monday to Thursdays only.
There’s a ciabatta for every taste – BLT, roasted veg, sloppy doe, fried chicken, smoked mackerel, Suffolk ham and pulled jack fruit.
Limited time only so make the most of this fantastic offer.
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From tomorrow, Monday the 20th, we have a mouthwatering deal on…
Our 2 for £20 deal on any ciabattas is available in Roots Cafe – Monday to Thursdays only.
There’s a ciabatta for every taste – BLT, roasted veg, sloppy doe, fried chicken, smoked mackerel, Suffolk ham and pulled jack fruit.
Limited time only so make the most of this fantastic offer.
#FoodieFinds #localbusiness #brunch #rootscafe #RootsCafe #RoughamEstate #brunchtime #localfood #brunchspecial #blackthorpebarn #EastAnglia #Suffolk #CiabattaSpecial
It’s one of those grey days that require a cosy Saturday evening at home.
Perhaps after a long walk and a nice lunch at Rougham Estate, why not settle in on the sofa this evening and wrap one of our throws around you. Or snuggle up in a selection of our cushions from the garden room shop.
The Garden Room Shop is open at 10 until 4pm.
We look forward to seeing you.
#blackthorpebarn #CosyHome #TheGardenRoom #localbusinessowners #ShopLocal #GoodFood #walks
It’s one of those grey days that require a cosy Saturday evening at home.
Perhaps after a long walk and a nice lunch at Rougham Estate, why not settle in on the sofa this evening and wrap one of our throws around you. Or snuggle up in a selection of our cushions from the garden room shop.
The Garden Room Shop is open at 10 until 4pm.
We look forward to seeing you.
#blackthorpebarn #CosyHome #TheGardenRoom #localbusinessowners #ShopLocal #GoodFood #walks
It’s one of those grey days that require a cosy Saturday evening at home.
Perhaps after a long walk and a nice lunch at Rougham Estate, why not settle in on the sofa this evening and wrap one of our throws around you. Or snuggle up in a selection of our cushions from the garden room shop.
The Garden Room Shop is open at 10 until 4pm.
We look forward to seeing you.
#blackthorpebarn #CosyHome #TheGardenRoom #localbusinessowners #ShopLocal #GoodFood #walks
It’s one of those grey days that require a cosy Saturday evening at home.
Perhaps after a long walk and a nice lunch at Rougham Estate, why not settle in on the sofa this evening and wrap one of our throws around you. Or snuggle up in a selection of our cushions from the garden room shop.
The Garden Room Shop is open at 10 until 4pm.
We look forward to seeing you.
#blackthorpebarn #CosyHome #TheGardenRoom #localbusinessowners #ShopLocal #GoodFood #walks
It’s a beautiful day here at Rougham Estate.
Great for a walk, a mooch around The Garden Room Shop with a brunch/lunch.
There’s a touch of spring in the air!
#RootsCafe #blackthorpebarn #localfood #RoughamEstate #GardenRoomShop #Suffolk #EastAnglia #DogWalkers #plannedwalks #walks
It’s a beautiful day here at Rougham Estate.
Great for a walk, a mooch around The Garden Room Shop with a brunch/lunch.
There’s a touch of spring in the air!
#RootsCafe #blackthorpebarn #localfood #RoughamEstate #GardenRoomShop #Suffolk #EastAnglia #DogWalkers #plannedwalks #walks
Start your week with a real treat!
Our brunch special for the week is this delicious Apple Crumble Belgian Waffle. It available from tomorrow so don’t miss out.
It tastes as good as it looks!
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Start your week with a real treat!
Our brunch special for the week is this delicious Apple Crumble Belgian Waffle. It available from tomorrow so don’t miss out.
It tastes as good as it looks!
#rootscafe #RoughamEstate #localfood #apple #waffle #belgiumwaffle #treatyourself #blackthorpebarn #sweetthings
When you step into The Garden Room Shop, the delightful aroma never goes unnoticed.
Why not indulge your home with a refreshing new scent for the new year? Choose from our selection of diffusers, wax melts, candles and air fresheners to create a welcoming haven in your space.
#HomeFragrance #NewYearNewScent #GardenRoomShop #Diffusers #WaxMelts #AirFresheners #CosyHome #roughamestate
When you step into The Garden Room Shop, the delightful aroma never goes unnoticed.
Why not indulge your home with a refreshing new scent for the new year? Choose from our selection of diffusers, wax melts, candles and air fresheners to create a welcoming haven in your space.
#HomeFragrance #NewYearNewScent #GardenRoomShop #Diffusers #WaxMelts #AirFresheners #CosyHome #roughamestate
January offer not to miss in Roots Cafe!
Buy one cake or traybake and get a second half price.
This is too tasty to miss!! 😋
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January offer not to miss in Roots Cafe!
Buy one cake or traybake and get a second half price.
This is too tasty to miss!! 😋
#localbusiness #RoughamEstate #localfood #cake #cakelover #cakecakecake #cakepromotion #roots #care #rootscafe
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