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

Visitor Comments

“My wife and I visited the Craft event yesterday and wanted to say how much we enjoyed our day. The crafts on display were delightful, varied, and of good quality.”
– I Ridgers
“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
“Wonderful event showcasing such a great range of British talent, skill and creativity. My partner, (who quite expected to choose to meet me in the cafe because he hates being dragged round these things), loved it just as much.”
–F Hooper
“Had a fabulous day out…so many amazing stalls to browse and so many talented craftspeople, beautiful setting and I started my Christmas shopping.”
– Kays Vintage
“You have such a plethora of super skilled and talented exhibitors and the facilities for visitors were top notch.”
– R Worland
“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
“Very high standard, a wonderful variety and a lovely atmosphere.”
– R Ruler, Lancing
“This is by far one of the best craft fairs to come to.”
– C Burchell, Colchester
“Absolutely gorgeous range of items. Well worth visiting, great for gifts and for me!”
– J Funnell, Chelmsford

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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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