Craft fairs and craft related events in Cornwall

The Cornwall Arts and Crafts Directory (CACD) have compiled this list of craft fairs in Cornwall to put in your diary.

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There are currently 24 craft events listed here.

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St Ives weekly art and craft fayre Open Fridays, Saturdays, Sundays and Mondays Gallery and boutique standard craft fayre set in lovely light and airy space near Porthgwidden car park and beach in St.Ives. Open Friday, Saturday, Sunday and Monday 10-5pm. I already have art, jewellery, paintings, soft furnishings, knitted baby clothes and hats with mitts, some wooden bowls and small selection of ceramics and fused glass. I'm looking for more ceramics, glass art, wood work, silkscreen printing scarves/textiles/felting and anything else different and handmade in Cornwall. Please do not apply if you make jewellery/art or photography.I provide a 6ftx2ft table and chairs and electric point if needed. Cost is £15 per day with slight reduction if you book more than 2 days in advance. Please contact Clare Mason on 07957 448880 or via email and include photos of your work for consideration. Booking is essential. The Island Center, Island Road, St Ives, Cornwall TR26 1NT Email: thefinishingtouchgallery@gmail.com Web site: www.claremasonjewellery.co.uk

Keep it in Cornwall for Kids 5th craft fayre and Christmas sales Friday, 16th November 2018 until Saturday, 17th November 2018 45 Stalls with a wonderful selection of items suitable for presents. Enjoy a coffee or lunch in the lovely relaxing surroundings of the hotel. Penventon Park Hotel, West End, Redruth, Cornwall TR15 1TE Email: keepitincornwallforkids@hotmail.com

Cornish Winter Fair Saturday, 17th November 2018 Come and celebrate all that's great about Cornish farming and food at The Cornish Winter Fair on Saturday 17 November 2018.It's a free event, held entirely under cover within the Exhibition Halls at the Royal Cornwall Events Centre, Wadebridge. There's plenty of free parking on site. It'll be a great place to kick off your Christmas shopping. With an array of Cornish food and drink producers on hand to show you how they create their quality products, with the chance to try and buy their delicacies. There will also be craft stalls selling fantastic locally created gifts. There'll be quality catering concessions selling an array of food and drink as well. There will be plenty of farm animals that you can get up close to, a food and farming educational discovery zone where you can learn more about local agriculture and food production. There will be opportunity to 'Have a Go' at things like milking a (mock!) cow and grooming a pony. It'll be great fun for all of the family. The event incorporates the Wadebridge Prime Stock Show, which has been running for 140 years. It's all about competitions. The packed prize schedule includes cattle and sheep showing, produce, craft and cookery classes. There are competitive classes for children, local schools, WI and Young Farmers' Clubs. Why not get involved and enter a class or two this year. Could you be crowned Cornwall's best baker or grow the biggest potato? You can take in the cattle and sheep judging. Who'll be taking home the silverware this year? The Cornish Winter Fair takes place on Saturday 17 November 2018 at the Royal Cornwall Events Centre, Wadebridge (Sat Nav: PL27 7JE). Entry is completely free of charge and we've got acres of free parking on site as well. The event is totally undercover - so it'll be great for all the family, no matter what the weather. The event runs from 10am until 5pm. Visit our Facebook events page Royal Cornwall Events Centre, Whitecross, Wadebridge, Cornwall PL27 7JE Email: info@royalcornwall.co.uk Web site: www.royalcornwallshow.org/cornish-winter-fair/

Praa Sands Xmas Gift Fair Sunday, 18th November 2018 Hand made stalls of beautiful arts and crafts. Pam will be there selling her gorgeous plants. Psychic Card Reader. We have a charity Tombola Stall supporting Happy Cats Charity. Cafe will be running serving refreshments light lunches, snacks and home baking. Open 11-3pm. Come along and enjoy browsing the stalls and have a nice cuppa. Visit our Facebook page Praa Sands and District Community Centre, Pengersick Lane, Praa Sands, Penzance, Cornwall TR20 9SR Email: cornishcraftfairs@yahoo.com

Christmas Craft and Gift Fayre Thursday, 22nd November 2018 A wonderful little craft and gift fayre in Breage Village Hall - Thursday 22nd November 4pm til 8pm. Stalls with lots of beautiful gift ideas for Christmas. Tea, coffee and cake for sale and plenty of seating. Everyone very welcome. Breage Village Hall, Breage, Helston, Cornwall TR13 9PD Email: shirley@cornishmagpie.co.uk

Bedruthan Christmas Fair Saturday, 24th November 2018 until Sunday, 25th November 2018 The Bedruthan Christmas Fair is back featuring some of the most talented craftspeople and artisan makers from around the South West. Three levels of stalls including contemporary craft, art, ceramics, illustration, homewares, textiles, decor, gifts, fashion, jewellery, accessories and food and drink - there really is something for everyone. Shop over 50 stalls of contemporary crafts and gifts Meet talented artisan makers. Visit the food and drink marketplace. Join a seasonal drop-in workshop. Use our drop-in childcare sessions and face painting by donation. Browse the Create art gallery and shop. Enjoy refreshments at our sea view cafe and restaurant. Visit our Facebook events page Bedruthan Hotel and Spa, Mawgan Porth, Cornwall TR8 4BU Email: jhill@bedruthan.com Web site: www.bedruthan.com/christmas-fair/

Christmas craft fair Saturday, 24th November 2018 Come and purchase some wonderfully unique Christmas gifts and support local crafters. Over 20 stalls, delicious refreshments and a raffle in aid of Great Ormond Street Hospital. 10.30am until 3.00pm Visit our Facebook events page Probus Village Hall,  1 Fore St, Probus, Cornwall TR2 4NB Email: preciousbooksforpreciouspeople@gmail.com

Christmas craft fair Saturday, 24th November 2018 Cornwall Lymphoedema and Lipoedema Activity, Social and Support (CLLASS) is holding a Christmas craft fair on 24th November 2018 from 12pm - 3pm (set up from 11am).  Tables are £10 each.  If you would like a table please email or call on 01872 864660. Perran-ar-Worthal Village Memorial Hall, Perranwell Station, Cornwall TR3 7NJ Email: dotempringham@gmail.com

Mylor Christmas Gift Fair Saturday, 24th November 2018 A very popular Christmas fair with over 25 stalls displaying unique gifts. All you need for the best presents.  Local artisans, silver ware, pots, textile art, jewellery, home furnishings, jams and chutneys, vintage, basketry, cakes, flowers and much more. Solve your Christmas present dilemma with our range of inspirational and unique gifts.    Music and home made refreshments all day.  Nearby parking and creekside walks.  Doors open 10am to 4pm Tremayne Hall, Mylor Bridge, near Falmouth, Cornwall TR11 5NA Email: janrobson2@aol.com

Charlestown Christmas Market Saturday, 24th November 2018 and Sunday, 25th November 2018 We have been running the Fowey Christmas Market for the last 13 years, but have moved our event to the wonderful village of Charlestown. During the weekend festival, there are countless activities happening around the village, including 80 food, drink and craft traders at Penrice Academy (in the Sports Hall and Drama Studio) live music all weekend, a shuttle bus service to and from the Academy from various stops in St Austell, and another shuttle service to and from the harbour where other events are happening all weekend (see the events listed elsewhere on the site). It promises to be a very special weekend in Charlestown. Several local traders have special offers running during the weekend. Charlestown is a spectacular place to do all your Christmas shopping, whilst at the same time, enjoying the splendour of the old working harbour, seeing Santa in his grotto on a vintage tall ship and enjoying a range of hots foods available at Penrice Academy and on the harbour. Visit Facebook events page See you there Penrice Academy, Charlestown, Cornwall PL25 3NR Web site: www.charlestownchristmasmarket.co.uk

Xmas Market Saturday, 24th November 2018 Over 30 stalls of beautiful handmade arts/crafts, as well as Avon and Body Shop Products. Pam will be there on the steps with her beautiful plants. Psychic medium Gilli Edwards will be offering card readings, Larry Goldsworthy will be offering healing. Entertainment throughout the day, Lottee Brown soul singer, Penzance silver Band, and we have Santa popping in the afternoon to see the children. Cafe will be running offering refreshments light lunches/snacks and cake. Free entry Visit our Facebook page St Johns Hall, alverton Road, Penzance, Cornwall TR18 2QW Email: natashajj@hotmail.co.uk

Christmas Market and Craft Fair Saturday, 24th November 2018 Various stalls and crafts. All day refreshments.   Disabled access. There are still spaces available at £7.00 per table, if interested please call Ruth on 01209 216099 Open from 10am to 3pm Wesley Buildings, Gateway Porth an Dre, Wesley Street, Redruth, Cornwall TR15 2EG

Healeys Christmas Markets Saturday, 24th November 2018 until Sunday, 16th December 2018 As one of the only Christmas markets in Cornwall set on a working farm, each weekend from 24th November to 16th December, the farm is transformed with a magical, festive atmosphere. Hundreds of visitors enjoy the experience against the backdrop of beautiful lights sparkling along the 80-year old cobbled courtyard and the smells of freshly cut Christmas trees and mulled cyder filling the air. From, arts, crafts, food and plenty of Cornish cyder, Healeys hosts its Christmas markets and authentic Cornish farm experience with tractor rides, friendly farm animals and carol singing to create truly magical weekends leading up to the big day. There’s free entry and free parking, plus dogs are welcome on a lead. Stalls are still available for hire.  Visit our Facebook events page Healeys Cornish Cyder Farm between Newquay and Truro, Penhallow, Cornwall TR4 9LW Email: info@healeyscyder.co.uk Web site: www.healeyscyder.co.uk/whats-on/christmas-market-cornwall/

St Just Yuletide Fair Sunday, 25th November 2018 Fast becoming the Christmas event around St Just area. Over 60 stalls selling quality crafts and food. Singing from St Just, Pendeen and Sennen Schools. Fabulous Raffle prizes from attractions around Cornwall plus many many others. Dancing from Lockwood Urban Dance and Theatre Company. Santa’s Grotto. The Sports Centre will be providing refreshments including mulled wine. The Cookbook will be providing lunch snacks. All proceeds will be donated to St Just, Pendeen & Sennen Schools, The Children’s Ark and Brambles Nursery. Come along and spend a festive day out with friends and family. Visit our Facebook events page St Just Sports and Leisure Centre, Cape Cornwall Road, St Just, Cornwall TR19 7JX Email: ruth_bosgwyn@yahoo.co.uk

Garrack Hotel Christmas Fair Friday, 30th November 2018 The Garrack Hotel and Resturant Christmas Fair - 30th Nov - selling rugs, jewellery, Christmas gifts and more. Visit our Facebook page The Garrack, Burthallan Lane, St Ives, Cornwall TR26 3AA Email: tlcdesigns10@gmail.com Web site: www.thegarrack.co.uk/garrack-christmas-fair/

Krowji Christmas Open Studios 2018 Friday, 30th November 2018 until Sunday, 2nd December 2018 As the festive season begins, more than 60 artists, makers and designers at Krowji will open their studio doors to the public for just one weekend, offering visitors a rare opportunity to buy unique Christmas gifts from jewellers, painters, printmakers, sculptors, potters, textile artists and more. The Open Studios event will launch on Friday 30th November from 5pm – 9pm, with a first chance to buy, plus festive entertainment from local choir the Ingleheart Singers, and a complimentary glass of mulled wine and a mince pie. On Saturday 1st and Sunday 2nd December, the studios will be open from 10am to 5pm daily, and the entertainment continues with pop-up performances from local musicians and an inspiring Christmas choir. Throughout the weekend, Krowji’s artists, makers and designers will be on hand to welcome visitors to their studios, discuss their work, and offer the chance to buy unique Christmas gifts direct from their makers. This free event is a great opportunity to get behind the scenes of Cornwall’s largest creative hub, and celebrate the season with a weekend of art, food and festive performance. Onsite parking is free throughout Open Studios, and the Melting Pot Café will be open daily for food and refreshments. Visit our Facebook events page Krowji, West Park, Redruth, Cornwall TR15 3AJ rosie@krowji.org.uk www.krowji.org.uk/christmas-open-studios/

Flambards Christmas Fayre Saturday, 1st December 2018 and Sunday, 2nd December 2018 Flambards once again hosts its wonderful annual Christmas Fayre, a festive and family-friendly event, combining the magic of Christmas with the perfect opportunity to choose some great gifts and treats. The Fayre will be brimming with local goodies - loads of fantastic stalls of affordable, high-quality products, food and drink, in and around the park, including the Exhibition Centre, Cafe area, Victorian Village and Britain in the Blitz, where you can wander around the stunning exhibitions. And for those wanting a bite to eat, Flambards’ spacious under cover cafe and various food outlets will be open throughout the weekend with a wide variety of refreshments. Live music from Helston Town Band will add to the festive atmosphere and we’re delighted to have them along again, they are always a huge hit, getting everyone into the Christmas spirit.  And of course  Santa will be there all weekend – catch him meandering through the park with his elf or see him sat down in his grotto for meet and greets at specific times during each day – wherever you see him, he’ll be happy to stop for a chat or a photo opportunity – don’t forget your camera! For this very special weekend, Flambards have set the amazing price of only £1.00 entrance per person – this includes entrance to the Fayre, the Victorian Village and Britain in the Blitz, as well as ample free parking. Amazing value for what’s going to be a great Christmas shopping experience and a brilliant, festive weekend. Open Saturday and Sunday 10am – 4pm (Please note than no dogs, other than assistance dogs, are permitted in the park). Visit our Facebook events page Flambards, Clodgey Lane, Helston, Cornwall TR13 0QA shirley@cornishmagpie.co.uk

Christmas Fayre-Merlin MS Centre Saturday, 1st December 2018 Merlin MS Centre's Annual Christmas Fayre will be held at the Centre in Hewas Water. Over 25 stalls, Father Christmas, children's festive crafts, storytelling, choirs and festive alpacas. Refreshments available.   Visit our Facebook page Bradbury House Hewas Water, St Austell, Cornwall PL26 7JF elliep@merlinmscentre.org.uk www.merlinmscentre.org.uk

The Alternative Christmas Present Show 2018 Sunday, 2nd December 2018 It’s our annual Alternative Christmas Present Show. The stalls range from minerals and fossils with local crafts from over the South West. So whether you are looking for family Christmas treats or presents for everyone, do come along. He’s making a list and he’s checking it twice. Even with his busy schedule, Santa has found time to come and visit for both days. Cornwall Wildlife Trust will be in attendance for an alternative Christmas present that keeps on giving to their causes long after the crackers have been pulled. Hot food available from midday. Bar open 12noon – 2pm. Admittance to the Show and Gardens is adults £2 with children under 16 free. (Full entry price includes a guided tour of the Caverns ~ running on the hour from 11am – 4pm, open access to the Gardens, and entry to the show. adults £7, children & concessions £5.) We hope you can join us … Saturday 1st and Sunday 2nd December 2018 10am to 5pm Entry ~ £2 under 16’s free Carnglaze Caverns, St Neot, Liskeard, Cornwall PL14 6HQ www.carnglaze.com

Christmas craft fayre Saturday, 8th December 2018 Christmas craft fayre St Grampound village Hall we will have beautiful crafts unusual gift ideas a raffle. Tombola tasty treats and hot drinks as well as Father Christmas all for free entry and free parking. Grampound Village Hall, St Austell, Cornwall TR2 4S Amycharlie@aol.com

Christmas Craft Fair Sunday, 9th December 2018 Come along and browse through the wonderful festive stalls and purchase those last minute Christmas gifts.  Light refreshments will be available and there will be a raffle in aid of Great Ormond Street Hospital. 10.30am until 3.00pm Visit our Facebook events page Devoran Vilage Hall, Devoran, Cornwall TR3 6PW hellokernowevents@gmail.com

Angarrack Christmas Fayre Friday, 14th December 2018 Christmas Gift and Craft Fayre 4pm - 8.30pm Come and visit the amazing Christmas lights in Angarrack and pop along to our fayre while you're there.  We'll have tea and coffee to warm you up, and lots of lovely cakes too. Have a look at all the beautiful stalls, buy your Christmas presents and meet the makers.  Free entry - everyone very welcome. Angarrack Community Centre, Angarrack, Hayle, Cornwall TR27 5HZ shirley@cornishmagpie.co.uk

Lighthouse Cinema Christmas Craft Fair 2018 Saturday, 15th December 2018 Our annual Christmas Craft Fair has become extremely popular and this year will be no exception. Quality artisan stalls, selling Christmas gifts, last minute presents and tasty treats. Stall fees are donated to CHSW Charity. Doors open at 9:30am and stalls close at 5:30pm Alongside the fair will be a discounted Christmas film at just £2.50 per ticket and to top off the Christmassy feel, we will have live music in the foyer from a local artist singing festive tunes. Visit our Facebook events page Lighthouse Cinema, King Street, Newquay, Cornwall TR7 1AA jeffery2rialton@hotmail.com

Royal Cornwall Show Thursday, 6th June 2019 until Saturday, 8th June 2019 Interested in crafts? Planning a wedding? Want to shop in Wadebridge town centre? Is woodland your thing? Whatever your interest, we aim to make you very welcome here. There’s something for every member of the family at the Royal Cornwall Show. It’s the county’s biggest annual event and is brim-full of exhibits and activities which offer so much in the way of entertainment, competition, information, shopping and all that’s best in food and farming. It's a time and place to meet old friends, conduct business, enjoy Cornwall in all its glory and to welcome thousands of visitors from outside our county. This is a top agricultural show which attracts increasing numbers of animals, entered into the hundreds of classes which are refined each year. And year on year people travel from further and further afield in the hope of coming away with an award. Dog and goat sections; rare breed classes. A top flower show and thriving countryside area. Rabbits, cage birds, cavies - even bees get noticed here! We support and promote Cornish-grown and Cornish-produced food both in the trade section and in our own cafes and restaurants. Main ring entertainment is mounted on a grand scale and the traditional steam fair is a colourful extravaganza; there are stages and avenues alive with music, song and dance. You can come to the Royal Cornwall Show with a single-minded ambition to buy a tractor or a car. Here is where you will see them all on display. Royal Cornwall Show, Royal Cornwall Showground, Wadebridge, Cornwall PL27 7JE www.royalcornwallshow.org

 

 

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