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Contemporary Craft & Design Fairs

Purchase direct from the very best craft makers and artists in the UK

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2 Events - 1 Admission - 1 Fabulous Venue

Contemporary Designer Crafts at RHS Hyde Hall

 

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Shop Online at Craft In Focus Online

Shop online from some of the UK’s finest contemporary craftmakers and artists.

Craft In Focus has been supporting contemporary UK craftmakers for over 20 years.  Our online selling platform offers you the same high standard of work that visitors to our contemporary craft fairs have come to expect but gives you the opportunity of viewing and purchasing from the comfort of your own sofa!

Explore the work of the UK’s finest craftmakers and artists on our dedicated online shopping platform. From contemporary designs to timeless pieces, find unique, handcrafted items that celebrate skill and passion.

www.craftinfocusonline.com

The Challenge Is Back!

Our Waterperry event takes place 10-12 July 2026, and we are inviting our exhibitors to produce scaled-down versions of their exquisite work, for display and to purchase.

Find details of the ceramicists' challenge here

Find details of the jewellers and silversmiths' challenge here

Celebrating Ceramics and Desire Fair - Joint Event at Waterperry Gardens 2025

Here's an overview giving an insight into our successful 2025 event.

☆ Celebrating 25 Years of Craft In Focus 

April 2025 marked a remarkable milestone — 25 years since Craft In Focus staged its very first event at Guildford University and opened the doors on 15 April 2000. Since then, we have grown to become the UK’s leading organiser of contemporary craft fairs, staying true to our ethos of showcasing only the finest British craftmakers and artists.

Unlike many other events, we strictly prohibit imported or mass-produced work, ensuring visitors are purchasing work direct from the makers selected to exhibit with us. This dedication has set us apart, earning us an outstanding reputation and redefining the way the public perceives craft fairs.

“After just a few years organising our events, one organiser accused me saying ‘but you are just cherry picking the best craft makers for your shows’.  I was very proud to reply ‘Yes’, and we still do.” - Rob Chapman, Founder and Owner

Visitor Comments

  • “You put on an amazing show, he quality and quantity of amazing crafts and lovely, passionate craftmakers makes it an annual joy for me.”
    –C Pearce

  • “One of the best craft shows and I’ve been to most of them.”
    – J Edwards, Woking

  • “It was the most awesome craft fair - so many beautiful pieces of art, sculptures, jewellery, etc”
    – E Hislop

  • “Love visiting these shows. So many unique, fascinating, tactile exhibits.”
    – J Lye, Horley

  • “Lovely stalls and layout. Loved the live music too…Very nice well kept gardens and had an amazing day.”
    – H Tigwell, Maidstone

  • “Probably the best craft fair I’ve visited and I go to a lot of them.”
    – J Revell, Crawley

  • “Superb craftsmanship on display. Amazing talent. Well organised.”
    – S Gallagher, Wickford

  • “Very good, plenty of different stalls and craft are very high quality.”
    – H Emms, Southend on Sea

  • “Lovely as usual. Third time I have been. Always amazed at the wonderful stalls.”
    – G French, Tonbridge

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Ian Gill Sculpture

Designers and makers of contemporary hand forged garden sculpture. Using traditional blacksmithing skills with an industrial twist. From a leaf bird bath to a sculpture in a lake.

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Don't miss our other events

Our Desire Jewellery & Silversmithing Fairs feature the best from contemporary jewellers in a wide range of materials - not just gold, silver or platinum, but acrylic, paper, glass, aluminium, copper and more…

And if you like that...

Celebrating Ceramics showcases the very best in the world of contemporary ceramics. This fine selection of artistic talent is set against the backdrop of Waterperry House and Gardens...

Buy from independent jewellers

Why Buy From Independent Designer Makers

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25 Years of Excellence

Showcasing Excellence In Craftsmanship For 25 Years

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Buying Contemporary Craft

Buying Contemporary Craft

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