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Hever Castle Spring 2024

A selection of the work on view this Spring

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Save over £8 on advanced adult tickets using discount code CRAFT24 (active until Friday 10th May). Valid on the dates of craft fair only. Craft Fair entry included in normal Garden admission charge.


 

A selection of the work on view this Spring

Desire Fair at Waterperry Gardens 19-21 July 2024

Visitor Comments

  • “The standard of work and craftsmanship was exceptional/outstanding. Have made recommendations to friends/family”
    – H Scates, Hook

  • “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. The music in the Marquee was exceptional. We're looking forward to next year.”
    – I Ridgers

  • “Lovely craft fair with stunning products for sale.”
    – M Barnett

  • “Brilliant event with lots of outstanding artists.”
    – J Whiley

  • “What a brilliant event – set in the beautiful garden with the most amazing inspiring crafts. And very reasonable prices!”
    – G Friston, Virginia Water

  • “Amazing high end crafts. Beautifully exhibited and a joy to shop.”
    – N Wright

  • “The craftsmanship is outstanding and there is a broad range of prices so can generally find something.”
    – K Pascoe, Aldershot

  • “The shows are always brilliant, never disappointing and we always come away with something.”
    – M Doel, Bordon

  • “The quality of the crafts at the fair was extraordinary. It was a joy for us to talk with the artist and craftmakers themselves.”
    – A Morrissey

  • “I am always impressed, ‘wonder’ at the diverse and inspiring talent there is across all those exhibiting – but I have to say Wisley this year was truly remarkable, outstanding. Superb. Stunning!”
    – I Waterhouse, Waterlooville

  • “Excellent fair with quality crafts – best we have been to.”
    – C Goodwin

  • “Great afternoon in beautiful setting, could have spent a fortune. Really lovely crafts.”
    – S Williams

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Hever Castle September 2023

  1. Edenbridge, Kent, TN8 7NG
  2. 7-10 September 2023
  3. 9.30am to 5.30pm Daily
  4. Craft Fair entry included in normal Garden admission charges
  5. Last entry 1 hour before closing
  6. Accessibility: All our marquees are floored and carpeted, with ramps. Here's Hever Castle's accessibility statement 
  7. Please do not attend if you or anyone in your household is feeling unwell or has symptoms of Covid-19

This event will feature around 180 exhibitors showcasing their work in open-sided marquees within the award-winning Hever Castle Gardens set in 125 acres of glorious grounds with the backdrop of the historic castle – the childhood home of Anne Boleyn. Exhibitors have been selected from the UK’s finest designer makers and contemporary artists, and the event will incorporate demonstrating artists, a food village and live music!

Children can enjoy the fabulous adventure playground, while visitors of all ages can enjoy the challenge of finding their way through the Water Maze.

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…

Click here for directions on how to get to Hever Castle.

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. We prefer no dogs in the marquees as waggy tails can do a lot of damage!

 

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...

Mrs D Tanner, Margate

How lovely to see crafts made in this country and different from the High Street. Pure Joy.

Mrs J Hatwell, Dover

"Very professional, enthusiastic individuals"

Miss C Rogers, Herne Bay

"A wonderful craft and design fair which I really enjoy coming to for unique gifts"

V Stanley, Tonbridge

"Always amazing and something new to enchant you"

M Doel, Bordon

"Fantastic crafts - very talented people displaying amazing products. Wonderful day"

G Pratt, Chelmsford

"The best fair I've been to. Lovely products of outstanding quality. Really enjoyable day."

J Clift, Colchester

"Wow, wow, wow! What a top class show. Quality goods, plenty of talent throughout. Could have spent thousands"

S Drew, Southminster

"A delight to visit - well advertised, organised, executed and excellent crafts in a wonderful setting. Well done"