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
Pricing:
Day tickets (age 16 & under free):
Advance (Online) £2.50
On the day £3.00
Book tickets below
Season ticket (all 10 days):
Advance (Online) £10
On the day £12
Quality craftsmanship in a charming medieval barn
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 under the age of 16 are admitted free of charge.
Only assistance dogs are allowed in the Arts and Crafts Fair.
Details and Tickets for each weekend
Arts & Crafts Fair Weekend 1
Date: 16th Nov – 17th Nov
Tickets not yet available
Arts & Crafts Fair Weekend 2
Date: 23rd Nov – 24th Nov
Tickets not yet available
Arts & Crafts Fair Weekend 3
Date: 30th Nov – 1st Dec
Tickets not yet available
Arts & Crafts Fair Weekend 4
Date: 7th Dec – 8th Dec
Tickets not yet available
Arts & Crafts Fair Weekend 5
Date: 14th Dec – 15th Dec
Tickets not yet available
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 coming in 2024
Katie Millard
The Fabric Vase Company
Tine Bladbjerg
Peter Dibble
Claire Porter Ceramics
Claire Pirie Ceramics
Tom Robinson Metalwork
Kate Keller
Donna Goymer Art
Stoke Farm Pottery
The Tulip House
Penny Williams
Maria Boyd Art
Tricia Taylor Designs
Kathy Scott
Danielle Hopkinson
Ceramics Buy Anja
Petal Anderson Accessories
Janet Powell
Lizzie Brown Ceramics
Molten Wonky
Xuella Arnold Jewellery
Matt Brown Makes
Tricia Francis Pottery
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
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
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.
ARTS & CRAFTS 2024
If you would like to apply for a space at Arts and Crafts at Rougham Estate 2024 (held in Blackthorpe Barn), please fill in the online application form.
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Evenings…in your garden
After a busy day at work, kicking back and relaxing on a balmy evening in the garden can be quite special and the perfect way to unwind.
In our award winning Rougham Estate Shop we have some items that will make it quite magical, from festoon lights, vases, serving dishes, citronella candles to blankets – if you get chilly.
All for a perfect evening with a touch of class – and a glass…of wine.
You can find a range of delightful wines in Roots Café on sale to take home. @BurntHouseVineyards
#summerinthegarden #roughamestateshop #burystedmundsandbeyond #roughamestate #suffolklifestyle #BlackthorpeBarn #burnthousevineyard #wineglass #eveninginthegrden #tableware #tablesetting #outdoorliving #outdoorlife #suffolklife #suffolkgarden #gardenroomshop #lovelife
Evenings…in your garden
After a busy day at work, kicking back and relaxing on a balmy evening in the garden can be quite special and the perfect way to unwind.
In our award winning Rougham Estate Shop we have some items that will make it quite magical, from festoon lights, vases, serving dishes, citronella candles to blankets – if you get chilly.
All for a perfect evening with a touch of class – and a glass…of wine.
You can find a range of delightful wines in Roots Café on sale to take home. @BurntHouseVineyards
#summerinthegarden #roughamestateshop #burystedmundsandbeyond #roughamestate #suffolklifestyle #BlackthorpeBarn #burnthousevineyard #wineglass #eveninginthegrden #tableware #tablesetting #outdoorliving #outdoorlife #suffolklife #suffolkgarden #gardenroomshop #lovelife
Forest Bathing… originated in Japan … is a chance for you to immerse yourself with nature to relieve stress and improve your mental well being.
Have you consider taking a peaceful walk in the woods and immerse yourself in nature’s embrace? Stroll along the paths, enjoy the calming rustle of leaves and the cool shade provided by the towering trees. Marvel at the vibrant flora and delicate butterflies fluttering about. Keep an eye out for wildlife—you might spot squirrels, mice, or even a deer.
This serene escape offers the perfect opportunity to practice forest bathing, allowing you to soak in the tranquility and beauty of the forest. It’s a wonderful way to reconnect with nature, clear your mind, and rejuvenate your spirit. Embrace the serenity and beauty of the forest—it’s the perfect escape.
We have organised and gathered information on all tracks on the Rougham Estate’s website including GPS and videos. Click on the link in the bio above and click on Walks for more details.
#naturewalk #walkinthewoods #forestbathing #woodlandwalks #suffolkwalks #explorenature #outdooradventure #reconnectwithnature #wildlifespotting #naturelovers #walklovers #peacefulmoments #roughamestate #roughamestatewalks #estatewalks #burystedmundsandbeyond #suffolklife #beautifulnature #suffolkwoodlands #suffolkadventure
Forest Bathing… originated in Japan … is a chance for you to immerse yourself with nature to relieve stress and improve your mental well being.
Have you consider taking a peaceful walk in the woods and immerse yourself in nature’s embrace? Stroll along the paths, enjoy the calming rustle of leaves and the cool shade provided by the towering trees. Marvel at the vibrant flora and delicate butterflies fluttering about. Keep an eye out for wildlife—you might spot squirrels, mice, or even a deer.
This serene escape offers the perfect opportunity to practice forest bathing, allowing you to soak in the tranquility and beauty of the forest. It’s a wonderful way to reconnect with nature, clear your mind, and rejuvenate your spirit. Embrace the serenity and beauty of the forest—it’s the perfect escape.
We have organised and gathered information on all tracks on the Rougham Estate’s website including GPS and videos. Click on the link in the bio above and click on Walks for more details.
#naturewalk #walkinthewoods #forestbathing #woodlandwalks #suffolkwalks #explorenature #outdooradventure #reconnectwithnature #wildlifespotting #naturelovers #walklovers #peacefulmoments #roughamestate #roughamestatewalks #estatewalks #burystedmundsandbeyond #suffolklife #beautifulnature #suffolkwoodlands #suffolkadventure
The harvest has started on Rougham Estate🎉
Do you remember the new combine that was at the South Suffolk Show earlier this year? Here it is in action, the Claas Lexion 7700 doing what it does best, and not quite so shiny and clean anymore😆
This is feed barley being harvested here and we expect to be harvesting various crops through to possibly the end of August, depending on the weather. 🤞for dry days☀️
Thanks to @beanstalkmedia.co.uk for the fabulous pics and video😃👍
#roughamestate #roughamestatefarms #harvest #harvesttime #claas #claaslexion #claaslexion7700 #combineharvester #harvesting #barley #harvesttime #suffolkfarm #suffolkfarming #suffolkfarminglife #farmlife #britishfarmers #farmlife #farminguk #harvest2024 #burystedmunds #suffolklocal #suffolkcountryside
The harvest has started on Rougham Estate🎉
Do you remember the new combine that was at the South Suffolk Show earlier this year? Here it is in action, the Claas Lexion 7700 doing what it does best, and not quite so shiny and clean anymore😆
This is feed barley being harvested here and we expect to be harvesting various crops through to possibly the end of August, depending on the weather. 🤞for dry days☀️
Thanks to @beanstalkmedia.co.uk for the fabulous pics and video😃👍
#roughamestate #roughamestatefarms #harvest #harvesttime #claas #claaslexion #claaslexion7700 #combineharvester #harvesting #barley #harvesttime #suffolkfarm #suffolkfarming #suffolkfarminglife #farmlife #britishfarmers #farmlife #farminguk #harvest2024 #burystedmunds #suffolklocal #suffolkcountryside
Here are this week’s café specials🎉
Treat yourself to this fabulous salad comprising mixed leaves, tomato, cucumber ribbons, feta, strawberries, balsamic and hot honey dressing and topped with toasted pine nuts. Perfect for a sunny day!
Or why not try our other special of a @thefriendlyloaf croissant topped with smoked pancetta, poached egg, rocket and parmesan. Delicious!
Both are available all day, every day this week😃🙌
🌞Sit inside or out and enjoy the beautiful Suffolk surroundings, with a sandpit to keep little people happy. Or grab a takeaway drink if you’d rather take a stroll.
🛍️Don’t forget to visit the Garden Room shop just next door – perfect for gifts and treats, or the Pantry shop for carefully selected local produce.
It’s always worth popping in to Rougham Estate!
More details from the link in our profile
roughamestate.com/welcome
#roughamestate #blackthorpebarn #weeklyspecials #suffolkcafe #suffolkfoodie #suffolklocal #burystedmunds #burystedmundsandbeyond #daysoutsuffolk #wheretogosuffolk #eatlocal #suffolklifestyle #summersalads #summerholiday2024 #suffolksummer
Here are this week’s café specials🎉
Treat yourself to this fabulous salad comprising mixed leaves, tomato, cucumber ribbons, feta, strawberries, balsamic and hot honey dressing and topped with toasted pine nuts. Perfect for a sunny day!
Or why not try our other special of a @thefriendlyloaf croissant topped with smoked pancetta, poached egg, rocket and parmesan. Delicious!
Both are available all day, every day this week😃🙌
🌞Sit inside or out and enjoy the beautiful Suffolk surroundings, with a sandpit to keep little people happy. Or grab a takeaway drink if you’d rather take a stroll.
🛍️Don’t forget to visit the Garden Room shop just next door – perfect for gifts and treats, or the Pantry shop for carefully selected local produce.
It’s always worth popping in to Rougham Estate!
More details from the link in our profile
roughamestate.com/welcome
#roughamestate #blackthorpebarn #weeklyspecials #suffolkcafe #suffolkfoodie #suffolklocal #burystedmunds #burystedmundsandbeyond #daysoutsuffolk #wheretogosuffolk #eatlocal #suffolklifestyle #summersalads #summerholiday2024 #suffolksummer
When are the sunflowers opening??🌻
That’s just the question we are asking too!😁
The flowers are growing well and this sun/rain/sun weather is great for them, but they aren’t in flower yet.🙄
We’re keeping a very close eye and as soon as we know that there will be blooms for you to see, we’ll let you know the opening date. Currently we’re saying it’s “Early August”, but we can’t say more than that right now.
We can’t wait to open and to welcome you again, but for now we’re going to have to wait a little longer… 🙃
You can be sure we’ll be letting you know as soon as we know!👍😁🌻🌻
#roughamsunflowers #roughamestate #sunflowerfield #burystedmunds #sunflowers2024 #sunflowers #lovesunflowers #sunflowerlove #notopenyet #suffolksunflowers #suffolklife #suffolksummer #suffolkliving #waitingishard
When are the sunflowers opening??🌻
That’s just the question we are asking too!😁
The flowers are growing well and this sun/rain/sun weather is great for them, but they aren’t in flower yet.🙄
We’re keeping a very close eye and as soon as we know that there will be blooms for you to see, we’ll let you know the opening date. Currently we’re saying it’s “Early August”, but we can’t say more than that right now.
We can’t wait to open and to welcome you again, but for now we’re going to have to wait a little longer… 🙃
You can be sure we’ll be letting you know as soon as we know!👍😁🌻🌻
#roughamsunflowers #roughamestate #sunflowerfield #burystedmunds #sunflowers2024 #sunflowers #lovesunflowers #sunflowerlove #notopenyet #suffolksunflowers #suffolklife #suffolksummer #suffolkliving #waitingishard
Lazy Sunday – a perfect time to come and have an all-day breakfast at Roots Café on Rougham Estate.
From granola through to a fry-up, there’s something for everyone on the menu. Sit inside or out, browse the exciting Garden Room shop or treat yourself with a glass of something summery.
If you prefer something more energetic, why not try one of the walks around the Estate?
For all the info as well as detailed descriptions of the walks, see the link in our profile
roughamestate.com/welcome
See you soon!
#roughamestate #blackthorpebarn #lazysunday #lazysubdaymorning #sundaysunday #sundaybreakfast #burystedmunds #burystedmundsandbeyond #burystedmundssuffolk #suffolkbreakfast #suffolkcafes #suffolkfoodie #suffolkdestination #suffolkcountryside #lovesuffolk #suffolklife #suffolklifestyle
Lazy Sunday – a perfect time to come and have an all-day breakfast at Roots Café on Rougham Estate.
From granola through to a fry-up, there’s something for everyone on the menu. Sit inside or out, browse the exciting Garden Room shop or treat yourself with a glass of something summery.
If you prefer something more energetic, why not try one of the walks around the Estate?
For all the info as well as detailed descriptions of the walks, see the link in our profile
roughamestate.com/welcome
See you soon!
#roughamestate #blackthorpebarn #lazysunday #lazysubdaymorning #sundaysunday #sundaybreakfast #burystedmunds #burystedmundsandbeyond #burystedmundssuffolk #suffolkbreakfast #suffolkcafes #suffolkfoodie #suffolkdestination #suffolkcountryside #lovesuffolk #suffolklife #suffolklifestyle
Summers here, at last!
And it’s going to be a scorcher today!
Why don’t you take advantage of our outdoor spaces; the courtyard and sunken garden and an ice cream?
We have lots of flavours to enjoy! ☀️🍦🍨
Or perhaps an iced coffee?
We hope to see you soon!
saffronicecreamcosales
#icecream #icecoffee #Roughams #state #roughamestate #roughamroots #blackthorpebarn #outdoor #living #outdoorliving #Sunshine #familyfun
Summers here, at last!
And it’s going to be a scorcher today!
Why don’t you take advantage of our outdoor spaces; the courtyard and sunken garden and an ice cream?
We have lots of flavours to enjoy! ☀️🍦🍨
Or perhaps an iced coffee?
We hope to see you soon!
saffronicecreamcosales
#icecream #icecoffee #Roughams #state #roughamestate #roughamroots #blackthorpebarn #outdoor #living #outdoorliving #Sunshine #familyfun
Tea Time… in your Garden
Afternoon tea tastes better when it’s in the garden. It’s simply the best place.
To make it even more special, we have a range of furnishings and tableware to bring it to life and make it fit for a Queen! You can find more at our @RoughamEstateShop
You can also pick up a cake or two from our Roots Café or a selection of our coffee and tea from local producer Butterworth & Son.
#alfrescoliving #alfresco #awardwinning #sunshine #gardenshop #goodliving #muddystilettosawards #alfrescodining #Lifestyleshop #Suffolk #RoughamEstate #afternoontea #afternoonteaparty
Tea Time… in your Garden
Afternoon tea tastes better when it’s in the garden. It’s simply the best place.
To make it even more special, we have a range of furnishings and tableware to bring it to life and make it fit for a Queen! You can find more at our @RoughamEstateShop
You can also pick up a cake or two from our Roots Café or a selection of our coffee and tea from local producer Butterworth & Son.
#alfrescoliving #alfresco #awardwinning #sunshine #gardenshop #goodliving #muddystilettosawards #alfrescodining #Lifestyleshop #Suffolk #RoughamEstate #afternoontea #afternoonteaparty
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