Join a carefully curated Christmas event celebrating the very best of British craftsmanship in partnership with the National Trust.

Exhibiting at A Handmade Christmas at Newark Park offers the opportunity to showcase your work in an exceptional heritage setting, connect with visitors who value quality and handmade design, and exhibit alongside a selected collection of outstanding British designer-makers and artisan food producers.

Why Join Us ?

Curated exhibition of 40–50 exceptional makers

Prestigious National Trust heritage venue

VIP Preview Afternoon

Direct engagement with visitors and buyers

Professionally organised by Handmade in Britain

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We welcome applications from professional makers working in:

• Ceramics
• Jewellery
• Textiles
• Wood
• Glass
• Printmaking
• Homeware
• Fashion & Accessories
• Paper Goods
• Artisan Food & Drinks

EVENT DATES
FRIDAY 20 Nov 2026
VIP Preview Afternoon 2pm – 5pm

SATURDAY 21 – SUNDAY 22 Nov 2026
10am – 5pm, Open to Public

EXHIBITION FEES
£400 + VAT / STANDARD TRESTLE TABLE SPACE (6′ long )

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NEWARK PARK

Set within the breathtaking landscape of the Cotswolds, Newark Park offers an exceptional setting for a curated festive event. This elegant National Trust property combines beautifully preserved historic interiors with panoramic countryside views, creating a unique backdrop for Christmas shopping.

Exhibiting at Newark Park places your work within a distinctive heritage destination, attracting discerning visitors who value quality, craftsmanship, authenticity, and memorable seasonal experiences.

We’re inviting professional makers, artists and creative practitioners to deliver hands-on craft workshops or captivating demonstrations as part of A Handmade Christmas at Newark Park, taking place 20–22 November 2026.

We’re looking for engaging, festive themed workshops and demonstrations, such as wreath making, Christmas table styling, calligraphy, gift wrapping, candle making or children’s creative activities.

Workshop hosts receive a dedicated online account to manage and promote their workshop listing.

Workshop hosts can set their own ticket prices, with all bookings managed through the Handmade in Britain website.

General customer enquiries managed for hosts by our team.

Workshop spaces and basic furniture provided by Handmade in Britain with no extra charges.

Handmade in Britain either take a commission on workshop ticket sales, or provide an artist fee and retain all ticket sales.

We recommend that workshops run from 30min up to a maximum of 1.5 hrs, and result in an item that participants can take away.

For Workshops:

Please complete the online workshop proposal form through the button link below.

Workshop opportunities are limited and will be selected based on quality, originality, and suitability for the event.

Submit Proposal

For Demonstrations:

Please submit brief descriptions for demonstration proposals to the email address below:

piyush@handmadeinbritain.co.uk

Include the demonstration title, duration, description, and attach any images for reference.

Successful applicants will be contacted with further details.

Venue: Newark Park, Gloucestershire.

Dates: 20 – 22 November 2026

Open Hours:

(Preview Afternoon – by invitation only: Friday 20 November, 2pm – 5pm)

Public Entry: Sat & Sunday, 21st & 22nd November: 10.30am – 5pm

Last Entry: 30mins before closing

Set within the beautiful historic interiors of Newark Park, this new curated Christmas event brings together around 40 exceptional British designer-makers, artisan food producers, live craft demonstrations, festive workshops and seasonal music.

Discover beautifully handmade gifts, meet the makers behind the work, and enjoy an inspiring Christmas celebration of craftsmanship, creativity and thoughtful shopping in a truly special heritage setting.

Tickets

Normal Admission to Newark Park applies. National Trust members enter free, and non-members can purchase day tickets from £11, with some concessions available for families and groups.

Please visit the Newark Park website HERE>> for further details.

Venue: Newark Park is a Grade I listed country house of Tudor origins located near the village of Ozleworth, Wotton-under-Edge, Gloucestershire, GL12 7PZ.

TRAVEL DIRECTIONS:

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• Parking: See note under Ticket Information above. Blue badge parking accepted/provided for.
• Accessibility: Some steep routes and uneven surfaces. Flat accessible area around the house.  Ground floor of the house accessible. Wheelchair and tramper for hire (at Venue’s discretion – please Contact with enquiries). Accessibility Guide. Accessible toilets and baby changing facilities are available within at the Visitor Reception.
• A variety of food and drink options will be available onsite.
• A Demonstration Schedule and Workshop Listings will be published online in the lead up to the event.
• Filming and photography may take place at Handmade Christmas for promotional and archival purposes. If you would prefer not to be photographed please let us know upon arrival. 
• Dogs are permitted on short leads in the grounds. Assistance dogs only permitted within the house.