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Contemporary Craft Fair at RHS Garden Wisley from 30 April to 4 May 2026

Visitor Comments

“Had a fantastic day walking around the gardens and going to a high-end craft fair.”
–K Matthews
“A fantastic event with a wonderful and eclectic mix of artisan crafts people. Some real finds.”
– S Brooks, Odiham
“The standard is exceptional and well organised. I always find something to purchase and am spoilt by the choice. It is so inspiring and I will keep coming!”
– P Savage, France
“Always enjoy the very talented exhibitors. We come every year, a bit of a highlight in the house.”
– M Godfrey, Edenbridge
“Brilliant show, so many talented artists. Spoiled for choice. I wanted to buy everything!”
– K Harman, Hassocks
“Really impressed with how many unusual designers there were.”
– P Gordon-Stewart
“Lovely craft fair good selection. Well worth visiting.”
– J Dubrau, Burton Bradstock, Dorset
“As always, the craft fair was amazing, and we had a wonderful day. The range of exhibitors and delightful venue makes for a superb event.”
– C Roe, Reading
“The level of the artisans is insane! Everything is beautiful and Hever Castle is a great venue. Will definitely come back!”
– A Cueva, London

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RHS Garden Hyde Hall 2023

RHS Hyde Hall, Chelmsford, Essex, CM3 8ET
25-28 August 2023
10am to 5pm Daily
Garden closes 6pm Daily
Admission to Garden also gives admission to craft fair; Free entry for RHS Members and Family Guest
Last entry 1 hour before closing
Please do not attend if you or anyone in your household is feeling unwell or has symptoms of Covid-19

This event is held in semi open sided marquees within the Garden and features around 150 exhibitors selected from the finest contemporary craftmakers and artists in the UK. This event offers a perfect opportunity to see outstanding work and craftsmanship from talented, professional British makers whilst also enjoying a garden of inspirational beauty with sweeping panoramas.

Purchase from a stunning treasure trove of original and affordable designs created by some of the finest craftsmen and artists in the UK. Textiles, paintings, furniture, metal, leather, ceramics, jewellery, glass, fashion and more…

Tickets

To book online, click here. RHS Members do not need to book, please just turn up.

Directions

Click here for directions on how to get to Hyde Hall

Terms & Conditions: The organisers reserve the right to refuse admission in reasonable circumstances or to request any ticket holder to leave the event and take appropriate action to enforce this right. No dogs are allowed on site with the exception of registered support dogs.

Only the best

Craft In Focus events have earned an enviable reputation for selecting only the very best professional designers, artists and craftmakers for their individuality and innovation in contemporary design.

British made

We have no imported or mass-produced work on show. Our talented craftmakers create highly collectable textiles, paintings, furniture, metal, leather, ceramics, jewellery, glass, fashion and much more...

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