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:
14th – 15th Nov
10:00 – 16:00
21st – 22nd Nov
10:00 – 16:00
28th – 29th Nov
10:00 – 16:00
5th – 6th Dec
10:00 – 16:00
12th – 13th 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 15 and under free
Season ticket (entry for all 10 days):
Advance (Online) £10
On the door £12
Age 15 and under free
Quality craftsmanship in a charming medieval barn
** The 2026 Application Form is now available.
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 as part of Christmas on Rougham Estate for over 30 years, starting in 1991.
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 15 and under are admitted free of charge.
Only assistance dogs are allowed in the Arts and Crafts Fair.
Here are some clips from Arts&Crafts in 2024:
Tickets bought on the door cost more than tickets bought online
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 2025
- See which makers are coming to Arts and Crafts at Blackthorpe Barn this year by using the grid below. Makers are still being added as the application process proceeds.
- 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 2025
Matthew Read Silver & Goldsmith
Mays Wonderfully Woven
Merrywood
Michelle Daniels
Molten Wonky
Nettie Birch – nbNg
Nikki’s Homemade Preserves
Pat Southwood
Pauline Manders
Penny Williams
Petal Anderson Accessories
Peter Dibble
Potash Leather
Quite Contrary Jewellery
Red Bike Leatherworks
Reg Siger Artist
Reworked Canvas
Rhoda Webb: Artist
Rosanna Clare Leather
Rose Brettingham Ceramics
Rosemary’s Bears
Saffron Grange Vineyard
Sarah Madsen Jewellery
Shannon Ellis Baker Glass
Gallery
Rougham Estate really understand Art & Crafts”
– JH
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
Where to find us
Bury St Edmunds, Suffolk
SatNav: IP30 9HZ
Plenty of free parking on site.
Please keep to the 20mph 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.
The Barn is down the avenue, on the right.
What others say
2026 ARTS & CRAFTS APPLICATION
If you want to apply for the 2026 Arts&Crafts at Rougham Estate, held in Blackthorpe Barn, please fill in the online application form.
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Mother’s Day is just around the corner and if you’re looking for something thoughtful and a little different, the Rougham Estate Shop is full of lovely ideas.
Our latest reel gives you a glimpse of some of our favourites, with a special focus on dried flowers, delicate paper blooms, beautiful vases and cards to make your gift extra personal. These are gifts that last far beyond the day itself with no wilting, just simple, lasting beauty for the home.
You can choose one of our ready-made arrangements, create your own selection of dried or paper stems or pick up a beautiful vase if she prefers fresh flowers at home. Don’t forget your card to make your gift complete.
Pop into the Shop at Rougham Estate and take a look for yourself. We’re open daily and happy to help you find just the right gift.
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When was the last time you gave yourself a full day to simply pause?
Our first Reset Retreat at Rougham Estate brought together a wonderful group for a full day of movement, warmth and restoration here in Suffolk.
Set in our beautiful surroundings near Bury St Edmunds, our guests joined us for a full day wellbeing retreat including:
Mindful woodland walks
Restorative yoga
Wood-fired sauna & cold water plunging
Soothing sound bath
Nourishing seasonal lunch
And the feedback has completely filled our gratitude bucket:
“Every detail was so well organised and welcoming.”
“We had the very best of days.”
“The mix and flow of activities moved seamlessly.”
“Pure joy.”
“The date balls were epic!”
Seeing friendships form and guests already planning their return was exactly why we created Reset as a space to pause, breathe and reconnect.
Our next Reset Retreat takes place on Friday 20th & Saturday 21st March.
If you’re looking for a wellbeing retreat in Suffolk this spring, we would love to welcome you.
Tell us in the comments: who would you bring with you?
Comment RESET and we’ll send you the details.
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Spring is coming. Are you ready for it?
Join us at Rougham Estate on 20th & 21st March 2026 for our Spring Equinox Reset Retreat, a one-day immersive experience designed to help you realign with the season and reconnect with yourself.
Set in the Suffolk countryside, the day runs from 09:45–15:30 and includes:
• Guided mindful walk
• Yoga with @thecreatespacecollective
• Sauna & cold plunge with @the_roaming_sauna_
• Restorative sound bath
• Nourishing late lunch
As the days lengthen and spring begins, give yourself space to pause, rebalance and step forward feeling lighter.
Spaces are limited to keep the experience intimate.
You can find out more and reserve your place https://roughamestate.com/events/the-reset-retreat-spring-equinox/
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Most of us are pleased to see the back of February. It signals the start of lighter days, warmer weather and that exciting hint of spring just around the corner. There’s a sense of energy returning to the Estate, from the first signs of green shoots in the gardens to the longer evenings that make a stroll through the grounds feel even more inviting.
That said, the Estate is beautiful whatever month it is. Even in the cooler months there’s a quiet charm with frost on the meadows, bare trees creating dramatic silhouettes and the soft winter light casting a magical glow over the space.
We love sharing these moments with you, whether it’s a peaceful walk, a visit to the Café, or just soaking in the views. Here’s some proof of the Estate in all its February glory, reminding us that every season has its own beauty.
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Mother’s Day is just around the corner and if you’re looking for something thoughtful and a little different, the Rougham Estate Shop is full of lovely ideas.
Our latest reel gives you a glimpse of some of our favourites, with a special focus on dried flowers, delicate paper blooms, beautiful vases and cards to make your gift extra personal. These are gifts that last far beyond the day itself with no wilting, just simple, lasting beauty for the home.
You can choose one of our ready-made arrangements, create your own selection of dried or paper stems or pick up a beautiful vase if she prefers fresh flowers at home.
Don’t forget your card to make your gift complete.
Pop into the Shop at Rougham Estate near Bury St Edmund’s and take a look for yourself. We’re open daily and happy to help you find just the right gift.
#mothersdaygifts #mothersday #roughamestate
We are thrilled to share that Rougham Estate has been named a finalist in the East Anglia Clean & Green Awards 2026 in the Sustainability Strategy category.
These awards celebrate businesses and organisations across East Anglia that are making a real impact on sustainability and environmental practice.
Being shortlisted is a reflection of the work we’ve been doing to look after our woodlands, encourage biodiversity and manage the Estate with long-term environmental care at heart.
It’s an honour to be recognised alongside other organisations committed to a greener future and all the finalists will be celebrated at the awards event on 26 March in Ipswich.
Thank you to everyone who supports what we do. Fingers crossed for the winners announcement and we’ll share more after the event.
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Are you an established artisan creating your own original pieces, not bought-in, not mass-produced? Then this invitation is for you!
We are seeking inspirational designer-makers with a deep respect for materials, process and craftsmanship, ready to exhibit within the beautiful setting of the Blackthorpe Barn at the Rougham Estate Arts & Crafts event this coming Christmas.
Our visitors come specifically to discover and buy beautifully-made work. They value authenticity, they appreciate the story behind each piece and they return year after year to meet the makers themselves.
If you are proud of what you create and ready to join an exceptional community of craftspeople, applications for 2026 are now open.
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