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Visitor Comments

“Always a pleasure to see the crafts and talk to the makers. We appreciate the effort make to keep the quality of the goods so high but also that there is something that anyone can afford.”
– J Reed, Herne Bay
“Great range of exhibitors and quality of work.”
– J Thompson, Ickenham
“First time at a craft show like this. Amazing will come again!”
– M Preston, Ilford
“Fantastic show. Well organised. Lots of lovely choices. Food offers good. Often try and come as I know it will be good.”
– A Knight, Coxheath
“A lovely well organised event. The level of craftsmanship we have seen today is incredible.”
– P Kang, Birmingham
“Very well laid out and a lovely variety of stalls. Good entertainment and all round lovely day out! ”
– C Williamson, Gillingham
“Beautiful grounds that perfectly showcase the fantastic array of handmade crafts on show. Breathtaking!”
– L Webb, Wickford, Essex
“Lots of lovely things to look at today and purchase. A thoroughly enjoyable and worthwhile day out. I will definitely come again.”
– E Smith, Edenbridge
“Lovely as usual. Third time I have been. Always amazed at the wonderful stalls.”
– G French, Tonbridge

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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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