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2026

Contemporary Craft Fair
RHS Garden Hyde Hall
28-31 August 2026

Contemporary Craft Fair
Hever Castle & Gardens
10-13 September 2026

Contemporary Craft Fair
2 Events - 1 Admission - 1 Fabulous Venue
RHS Garden Wisley
4-8 November 2026

Desire Jewellery & Silversmithing Fair
2 Events - 1 Admission - 1 Fabulous Venue
RHS Garden Wisley
4-8 November 2026

2027

Contemporary Craft Fair
RHS Garden Wisley
29 April - 3 May 2027

NEW Celebrating Ceramics South
AND
Silversmithing & Jewellery Fair
2 Events - 1 Admission - 1 Fabulous Venue
Hever Castle & Gardens
14-16 May 2027

Celebrating Ceramics AND
Desire Jewellery & Silversmithing Fair
2 Events - 1 Admission - 1 Fabulous Venue
Waterperry Gardens
9-11 July 2027

Contemporary Craft Fair
RHS Garden Hyde Hall
27-30 August 2027

Contemporary Craft Fair
Hever Castle & Gardens
9-12 September 2027

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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.

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Makers, choose the right craft fair!

Now available, Craft In Focus, organisers of curated contemporary craft events for UK artists and designer makers, have created this guide .

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☆☆ 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

“Lovely range of crafts of every sort and friendly craftsmen/women delighted to welcome you and talk about their passion and creativity.”
– L Davis, Sevenoaks
“We really enjoy coming to this event. The level of skill and workmanship shown by all exhibitors is inspirational.”
– M Wade, Gillingham
“Very high standard of craft.”
– A Iredale
“So lovely to see so much creativity here today in a world of mass production and consumption! We need artistic people to feed the soul!”
– C Eastlake, Tonbridge
“Great day out. So good to know all products are made in the UK the quality is so good.”
– N Beard, Corringham
“Very well laid out and a lovely variety of stalls. Good entertainment and all round lovely day out! ”
– C Williamson, Gillingham
“What a glorious fair. I have come away smiling and very happy with my selection of artistic delights.”
–A Moore, London
“Lovely fair, always worth visiting.”
– B Scanlon, Epsom
“Amazing! All stalls such a high standard loved it all. Gives me such faith in our home-grown British talent.”
– E Watkins, Whitstable

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

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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…

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