
2026
Contemporary Craft Fair
RHS Garden Wisley
30 April - 4 May 2026
Celebrating Ceramics AND
Desire Jewellery & Silversmithing Fair
2 Events - 1 Admission - 1 Fabulous Venue
Waterperry Gardens
10-12 July 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
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.

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
Here's an overview giving an insight into our successful 2025 event.
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
“Absolutely gorgeous range of items. Well worth visiting, great for gifts and for me!”
– J Funnell, Chelmsford
“A brilliant craft fair full of unusual artefacts to buy or to just browse. Stall holders very friendly and full of information. The whole event is a real triumph!”
– A Cole, Kingston
“Excellent craft fair at Hever …. Lovely atmosphere, lovely crafts, beautiful gardens. What more can you ask for...Thoroughly enjoyable day and always look forward to Craft In Focus fairs.”
– J Hunt, Hayes
“The quality of merchandise was exceptional.”
– L Whitehorn
“Superb event. Congratulations to everyone involved just magical, the setting, the atmosphere, the crafts people … memorable day from start to finish.”
– H Guest
“Very high quality products and facilities. ”
– C Baker, Beckenham
“Excellent show quality of crafts exceptional.”
– Mrs Horcomb, Caterham
“I love the diversity of crafts. Some very impressive artists! Well laid out too.”
– H Blackburn, Croydon
“Very high standard, a wonderful variety and a lovely atmosphere.”
– R Ruler, Lancing
Don't just take our word for it - see what previous exhibitors have said!
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Here's a short video featuring exhibitors from our recent events.
Craft in Focus has changed the way the public perceive craft shows and has reinstated the high quality image of Britain's talented designer makers. Craft in Focus now provides makers from all over the country with an opportunity to sell their work to an appreciative audience. We welcome up and coming designers as well as more established makers.
The events have been hailed as "A breath of fresh air for craft shows, just what the industry needs" by both visitors and public alike. The shows are now firmly placed in visitors diaries as the "Must Visit Events". The Independent newspaper placed Craft In Focus above all other events of its kind in the country.
Because Craft in Focus is so committed to making a difference we have earned an enviable reputation for staging high quality shows for the public and providing financially successful events for exhibitors.
Our advertising is widespread for all our shows and begins well in advance of the shows to ensure not just maximum visitor attendance, but a quality attendance attracting those who will have a genuine interest in your work.
All disciplines will be considered if the work is of a high standard. Makers who have not already exhibited with us will be asked to send photographs of their work and stand set up to accompany their application. Please note that we do not accept bought in work and we will not hesitate to remove an exhibitor from a show for selling work not made by themselves.

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