Handmade Oxford, The International Contemporary Craft Festival

Crafts Council
London

Description

Handmade Oxford isn’t just a craft festival—it’s an immersive celebration of creativity, attracting thousands of visitors alongside selected talented designer-makers each year.

Whether you’re demonstrating your skills or selling your work, this Festival offers the perfect platform to connect with people who appreciate and support what you do. In 2024, nearly 6,000 visitors enjoyed three vibrant days in the beautiful surroundings of Waterperry Gardens.

The 2025 Festival promises to be even bigger, featuring live demonstrations, interactive workshops, artisan food, live music, and designer-makers presenting the very best in ceramics, jewellery, fashion, furniture, homewares, art, textiles and more.

Key Dates:

  • Set-Up: Wednesday, 11 June 2025
  • Public Days: Thursday, 12 June – Saturday, 14 June 2025
  • Venue Waterperry Gardens—the venue for the BBC series Make It At Market (seasons 2 & 3) We’re on the lookout for outstanding craftspeople across all disciplines to join this year’s show.

Online applications are open and reviewed weekly—there’s no fee to apply.

Posted 2026-01-09

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