Upcoming
Events
Toasted Ceramic Fair 28th & 29th March 2026
Derby Museum & Art Gallery
Calling all pottery enthusiasts, TOASTED Ceramic Fair is back for 2026!
TOASTED Ceramic Fair hosts 37 potters from across the UK. With free entry all day long and a jam-packed programme of demonstrations, bookable workshops and free potters talks, this is a must visit event for anyone with an interest in ceramics.
Expect…
- Free Potters’ demos and talks – a full list can be found here.
- Potters’ workshops, book in advance here.
- Leading supplier of pottery supplies Cromartie pottery will be in attendance.
- Opportunity to win £50 from the potter who wins your ‘People’s Choice Award’.
- Pottery tombola featuring donations from all Potters (supporting Derby Museums).
The first 25 people to walk through the door on Saturday and Sunday will receive a FREE ceramics-inspired goodie bag, so don’t be late or you’ll miss out!
Potfest In The Pens (Spring)
Agricultural market, Penrith, CA11 7DJ
5th to 7th June 2026
THE ORIGINAL POTTERS’ MARKET IN THE UK, EST. 1994.
See the work of the well-established alongside the up-and-coming, in an exciting mix of the sophisticated and the raw power of the next generation, combined in a bustling artisan marketplace.
No art hype, no gallery glitz, just potters and public mixing in a down-to-earth setting. Held under cover to save us from the inclement Cumbrian weather at Skirsgill Auction Mart, Penrith.
We are glad to see the return of our ever popular, free throwing lessons, hand building workshops and demonstrations over the three days of the show – we hope you’ll roll your sleeves up and have a go!
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Celebrating Ceramics
Waterperry Gardens
10th to 12th July 2026
Celebrating Ceramics is a three-day contemporary craft festival held on the lawns of Waterperry House and Gardens. Organised by Craft In Focus, the event showcases the best in contemporary ceramics — with around 140 ceramic artists exhibiting their work — many offering live demonstrations and opportunities to meet the makers. It runs alongside the Desire Jewellery & Silversmithing Fair, and one ticket gives access to both shows. Alongside browsing and buying beautiful handmade pieces, visitors can enjoy food, drink and live music, making it a lively and creative summer outing in a beautiful garden setting
https://www.celebratingceramics.co.uk/
Potfest Suffolk – Haughley Park 7th to 9th August 2026
SET IN THE PARKLANDS ADJACENT TO THIS MAGNIFICENT JACOBEAN MANOR HOUSE.
Our first venue in the East of the country is now in it’s third year, Haughley Park is located just outside Stowmarket and mid-way between Bury St Edmonds and Ipswich.Over 90 makers will be selected to showcase a wide and diverse range of work that is guaranteed to delight and inspire. Discover functional and decorative ceramics to suit all tastes and budgets and buy direct from the makers.
NROS – Northampton & Rutland Open Studios
September 2026
At Northants & Rutland Open Studios (NROS), we celebrate creativity, community, and connection through art. We’re dedicated to building a welcoming space where artists, art lovers, and communities come together to experience and enjoy visual arts across Northamptonshire, Rutland, and surrounding areas.
Visit NROS Website