The 55th annual Contemporary Craft Show returns to Michelham Priory House & Gardens from Friday 28 to Sunday, July 30
The Priory gardens will be transformed as artisan Sussex Guild members of all kinds display ceramics, textiles, glass, leatherwork, printmaking, woodwork, furniture and more in marquees on the lawns and in the Great Elizabethan Barn.
Visitors can browse the stalls and watch live demonstrations to learn about different craft techniques directly from makers, including woodturning, embroidery, quilting, pottery and jewellery making.
Michelham Priory is steeped in history dating back to 1229. The rooms have been set out to reflect its use over its history including medieval monks, Tudors, Victorians and World War Two. Since 1959 it has been under the stewardship of the Sussex Archaeological Society.
As well as the craft fair, families can explore the historic house and gardens, have fun in the children’s play area and enjoy a picnic on the lawns, or try homemade cakes at the café.
Lee Hurst, Events Manager at Michelham Priory House & Gardens, said:
“We’re delighted to welcome back the Sussex Guild for their Contemporary Craft Fair exhibition, which has been a tradition at Michelham Priory for decades.
“Entry is included in the cost of admission, which is at a special discounted rate, so visitors can make the most of the day here and see our historic house and gardens too.
“At that time of year, a variety of dahlias and perennials will be in bloom, so our display beds and Herbaceous borders will be a sea of colour – it’s a glorious place to be in the summer.”
Entry to the craft show includes admission to Michelham Priory and gardens.
Michelham Priory House & Gardens is among the eight Sussex Past heritage sites owned and cared for by the Sussex Archaeological Society, the county’s largest heritage-based organisation and charity. Other sites include Lewes Castle & Museum, Fishbourne Roman Palace & Gardens, the Priest House & Gardens and the Long Man of Wilmington.
For more information, please visit: https://sussexpast.co.uk or phone 01323 844224
Michelham Priory, Upper Dicker, East Sussex, BN27 3QS
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