Ceramics fairs & events, UK
Want to peruse pottery or caress ceramics? Visit these ceramics events. Use the buttons to sort by region. For exhibitions click here.
Manchester Ceramics Fair 2025
Manchester Ceramics Fair is coming to the Whitworth 15-16 March 2025. Hosting 28 stall holders, the fair showcases a curated selection of the best independent makers, with an emphasis on ceramicists based in the North.
This year they will taking over the beautiful South Gallery, overlooking the park, and the fair will run for a full weekend. All information is available in the information pack on their website, along with the application.
The deadline for applications is 2nd January. If you have any questions, please email manchesterceramicsfair@gmail.com
York Ceramics Fair 2025
The Craft Potters Association always curates a strong line up and this year is no exception with 61 exhibitors confirmed, from Cornwall to Scotland.
Venue: For the third time, York Ceramics Fair 2025 will return to the iconic York Racecourse. This bright and open venue ensures ease of access and on-site parking and has been popular with guests and exhibitors.
Ticketing: To aid with distancing, tickets are issued for before 1pm and after 1pm. Once inside, you may stay as long as you like.
Access: York Racecourse is a fully accessible venue. There will be Blue Badge parking just near the entrance through the Houghton Building where there is a ramp down to the main entrance.
As always, under 16s do not need a ticket.
Craft Festival Cheltenham 2025
Craft Festival, Cheltenham was founded in 2018 and is presented in partnership with Llantarnam Grange Arts Centre and Find a Maker. Hosted in the stunning Town Hall in the centre of Cheltenham, Craft Festival presents 100 of some of the countries finest makers plus craft workshops, demonstrations, live music and food. 3000+ visitors.
Sheffield Ceramics Festival
Sheffield Ceramics Festival has been showcasing the work of potters and ceramic artists from the Sheffield area and beyond. They are now looking forward to welcoming you to their 11th show.
In 2021 they began showing at their now regular venue, the exhibition hall at the wonderful Kelham Island Industrial Museum in Sheffield. Our thanks are due to the very helpful and supportive staff at the museum.
This year approximately 50 leading and up and coming potters/ceramic artists, largely drawn from the environs of Sheffield but also including guest potters from other areas, will be exhibiting and offering work for sale.
Come and enjoy a day out in a vibrant environment, talking to and seeing the work of fantastic potters and sculptors, visiting the museum and eating out at one of the many cafes in the area. See you there.
Future Icons Selects 2025, London
Future Icons Selects is back for a third year running during London Craft Week. Set to be this year’s largest showcase of contemporary crafts, Future Icons Selects is once again taking over the Oxo Tower Wharf’s industrial Bargehouse with over 50 artists from a multitude of craft disciplines, spanning multiple continents.
MUDFest, Ulverston, Cumbria
MUDFest is a ceramic festival in the heart of South Cumbria.
Located in the town of Ulverston, the festival takes place in mid May each year at Ford Park. The event is brimming with potters and ceramic artists selling their work together with opportunities for the public to have a go themselves or simply watch demonstrations from our talented artisans.
Ceramic Wales 2025
Pots, Plants and Food Festival at Bodrhyddan Hall
Ceramic Wales was founded in 2015 by a group of potters based in and around North Wales, who had a vision of creating a quality ceramic event to promote potters from across the UK and the rest of the world.
Celebrating Ceramics, Oxford
Celebrating Ceramics 2025 will showcase a stunning collection of diverse artists from the world of contemporary ceramics. This fine selection of artistic talent will be set on the lawns that hosted the internationally acclaimed Art In Action for 40 years.
Glasgow Ceramics Festive Market
Glasgow Ceramics’ annual festive ceramics sale will take place at their studio on Saturday 14th (11am-5pm) and Sunday 15th December (11am-4pm).
Pothole Clay Workshop Christmas Sale, London
Pothole is a friendly relaxing ceramics studio, their Christmas Sale will feature the work of lots of ceramic artists and makers.
Winter Ceramic Pop-Up, Hackney
Come and bag some original, hand designed Christmas presents at this year’s Winter Ceramic Pop-Up! This curated selection of ceramics are by SPACE artists collectively known as Triangle Ceramics Ldn. Find everything from contemporary homeware to one-of-a-kind small art pieces. The shop is open every day from 11am until 7pm.
Christmas Independent Ceramics Market, London
This years Christmas Independent Ceramics Market takes place within Unit 8, Peckham.Independent Ceramics Market provides a unique opportunity to see / buy a diverse range of affordable ceramic artwork, and buy direct from the maker.
The Maker's Fair at All Saints
This stunning grade I listed church was built in the thirteenth century French gothic style with beautiful stained-glass windows and carved choir stalls. This fair is in collaboration with ONE BREAD Café; a social enterprise serving locally roasted coffee, cakes and pastries, toasties and sandwiches made with the best of Sussex produce.
Turning Earth Winter Ceramics Market Highgate
A vibrant showcase of artistic talent and handmade craftsmanship, with over 200 different makers over four days.
Whether you’re a returning pottery lover or a curious newcomer, the markets offer something for everyone: browse the one-of-a-kind pieces, meet the makers behind the masterpieces, and discover why this mindful craft is so popular in the city. With the Christmas season fast approaching, get ahead of the last-minute frenzy and buy something that has been made by hand locally with passion, and support small businesses in your area.
There will be street food, from freshly baked sourdough pizza to BBQ delicacies and hot dogs. We’ll have festive drinks to warm you up in cold weather, from local craft beer to mulled wine, and barista coffees, or soft drinks if you prefer to keep it chilled. And last but not least, there will be live music to add an extra dose of festive cheer to the atmosphere.
There will be live wheel-throwing demos on all of the four market days, so you can get up close and see lumps of clay transform into beautiful pottery. For anyone who would like to get hands-on involved with clay, there will be drop-in workshops at the Leyton market on the 23rd and 24th of November.
Each year Turning Earth makers donate special pieces and seconds to raise money for organisations that reflect Turning Earth's vision of building a community with open arms. This year, we’re supporting the potters and craftspeople affected by the recent hurricanes in the Southeast US through the charity CERF+. Look for the charity stall at the market.
Seven Limes Pottery Winter Open Studio, Manchester
6th December, 5.30pm-8pm and 7th December, 10am-4pm.
Coinciding with a move to a new larger premises, a short walk from Manchester's city centre, Seven Limes Pottery is holding their annual open studio. It'll be a first look at their new space, and is the perfect stop to enjoy a glass of mulled wine while perusing handmade ceramics: from functional pots for daily use to sculptural ceramic art works. There'll be a mix of samples, seconds and old stock at a reduced price and it's also a good opportunity to find out about the studio’s excellent pottery workshops.
BA Ceramic Design Christmas Sale, London
BA Ceramic Design Stage 3 are holding a Christmas Sale!
Stop by to shop their home wares, ornaments and holiday decorations, all lovingly handcrafted in their studio.
BA Ceramic Design Christmas Sale, London
BA Ceramic Design Stage 3 are holding a Christmas Sale!
Stop by to shop their home wares, ornaments and holiday decorations, all lovingly handcrafted in their studio.
The Ceramic Studio Christmas Maker's Market, Brenchley
The Ceramics Studio will be hosting their Christmas Makers’ Market on Sunday 1st December. Pop along anytime between 10am and 4pm to pick up a gift or two. There will be plenty of stallholders selling a variety of handmade goods, ranging from contemporary jewellery to textiles and ceramics.
The Maker’s Fair - Winter Weekender
This weekend unfolds as a celebration of creativity, as the opulent rooms within the historic manor house are brought to life with the work of 40 talented artists and designers. Come and enjoy shopping directly from the makers and discover beautiful, handmade designs and wares.
Clay Collective Festive Sale
Clay Collective will be selling new work as well as loads of samples and seconds from all their makers. This is the perfect opportunity visit their space and find unique gifts, beautifully crafted in the studio. Hackney Downs Studios will also be hosting their Xmas Market in the courtyard that weekend, so come along!
Saturday 30/11 from 11am to 4pm and Sunday 01/12 from 11am to 4pm
They are also running workshops in November, December and January.
Clay Collective is a shared ceramics studio for a small membership limited to 12
— a space to showcase and support artists and practitioners working with clay through a developing programme of events & projects
They occupy a glass fronted ground floor studio within the artist community at Hackney Downs Studios.
York Potters Fair November
A ceramic fair from Northern Potters Association that celebrates and brings together the region’s potters and ceramic artists.
Open Studio + Exhibition + Sale, Culford Studios, London
OPEN STUDIO + EXHIBITION + SALE
In collaboration with Kate Malone, Clay at Culford Studios exhibits work of resident artists and studio members. Don’t miss the exclusive Raffle, Refreshments and Live Demonstrations raising funds for FiredUp4.
Maze Hill Pottery Open Studio, London
The 30th year of Kiln openings and first and seconds sale to the public. This year, Lucas George-Jones, Matty Lewandowski and Alice Wakefield will be joining Lisa Hammond MBE who have been making pots for this event.
There are many ways you can get to Maze Hill. They are in the Old Station Ticket office at Maze Hill on the down side of the line. Just come off the train on the down side of the line and they are the building as you come off the platform. Direct from Cannon St , London Bridge from London but also the Thames- Link train that starts at St Albans via St Pancras and London Bridge. Also on the Elizabeth Line from Woolwich and Jubilee from North Greenwich.
The Kiln Rooms Christmas Sale, London
Open 5-9pm on the Friday and 11am-5pm Saturday and Sunday across 2 venues.
These shows act as a showcase for between 80-100 up and coming artists and designers working with ceramics and takes place across the Bellenden Road and Copeland Park studios. It’s a great opportunity to see a range of handmade work, meet the makers and see the studios where the work itself was made. All work on display is for sale and in buying work you’re helping support the maker’s ongoing practice. Check out a few of their makers on their Members page or on Instagram.
Free entry / £2 drinks / family & dog friendly! There’s loads of great places to eat & drink in Peckham, here are some of their favourite local places.
Maxability Pottery Studio Open Day, London
Ceramics sale – Maxability’s students’ beautiful wares will be for sale, including festive gifts, plant pots and tableware
Community Pottery: Historic Hendon Exhibition – works made in their summer workshops will be on display as they return from the exhibition at the RAF Museum
Everton Amos: Maxability Artist in Residence Exhibition – explore a multisensory library of animal sculptures made by their first Artist in Residence
Workshops – get your hands stuck into some clay and experience the joy of potting for yourself
Studio tours – explore their studios and see where the magic happens!
The event is free and open to all - see you there!
Anita and Emile Woolf established Maxability in 2009 in order to enhance the lives of disabled adults in the London Borough of Barnet. They were partly inspired to establish the charity because their son, Carl Woolf, is deaf and physically disabled. Maxability’s mission is to enable participants to develop their creative potential through inclusive ceramics classes. Located in the Flightways Centre near Colindale, Maxability has a fully equipped pottery studio and provides a caring, supportive and creative environment. Maxability became a registered charity in 2015 (Charity No. 1162002).
MADE Brighton
MADE BRIGHTON is a national craft and design show for Brighton bringing the best makers in the country to the South Coast for an exciting, innovative, top quality, Christmas show.
The fair invites 50+ designer-makers from all over the UK and there are around 14 ceramicists exhibiting who will be selling their beautiful pots and innovative designs.
Grove Vale Ceramics Christmas Shopping Evening
You are invited to the gallery for the launch of their Festive displays, filled with beautifully hand crafted objects perfect for gifting your loved ones or yourself. There are items to suit every budget, with gorgeous Christmas decorations and trinkets starting from £12. There will be the opportunity to meet and chat with all the makers, and a glass or two of fizz to add to the festive cheer. No need to RSVP just come along on the day and enjoy the occasion with us.
Makers are
Amanda-Sue Rope @as.rope
Lise Herud Braten @coloursoftheland
Paul James Overfield @paul_james_o
Jode Pankhurst @jodepankhurst
Sue Gunn @gunnceramics
Arjan Van Dal @arjanvandal_ceramics
Peter Black @peterblackceramics
Jessica Florence @jflorenceceramics
Jane Cairns @janecairns_ceramics
Turning Earth Winter Ceramics Market Leyton
A vibrant showcase of artistic talent and handmade craftsmanship, with over 200 different makers over four days.
Whether you’re a returning pottery lover or a curious newcomer, the markets offer something for everyone: browse the one-of-a-kind pieces, meet the makers behind the masterpieces, and discover why this mindful craft is so popular in the city. With the Christmas season fast approaching, get ahead of the last-minute frenzy and buy something that has been made by hand locally with passion, and support small businesses in your area.
There will be street food, from freshly baked sourdough pizza to BBQ delicacies and hot dogs. We’ll have festive drinks to warm you up in cold weather, from local craft beer to mulled wine, and barista coffees, or soft drinks if you prefer to keep it chilled. And last but not least, there will be live music to add an extra dose of festive cheer to the atmosphere.
There will be live wheel-throwing demos on all of the four market days, so you can get up close and see lumps of clay transform into beautiful pottery. For anyone who would like to get hands-on involved with clay, there will be drop-in workshops at the Leyton market on the 23rd and 24th of November.
Each year Turning Earth makers donate special pieces and seconds to raise money for organisations that reflect Turning Earth's vision of building a community with open arms. This year, we’re supporting the potters and craftspeople affected by the recent hurricanes in the Southeast US through the charity CERF+. Look for the charity stall at the market.
Yorkshire Artspace Open Studios 2024
The annual Open Studios weekend at Yorkshire Artspace, when over 100 artists and makers open their doors. This is your chance to get a glimpse behind the scenes at their two city-centre buildings and see where the magic happens!
There are 2 venues:
Persistence Works: 21 Brown Street, Sheffield S1 2BS
(Near Site Gallery, Showroom Cinema, Rutland Arms)
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Exchange Place: Exchange Street, Sheffield S2 5TR
(Near Victoria Quays, Castlegate)
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Both buildings are located within convenient distance of Sheffield Railway Station, just a 5-10 minute walk.
Art in Clay Farnham
Showcases some of the finest ceramics currently being made by individual makers in the UK and Europe.
Margate Ceramics Market Autumn
It will take place at Turner Contemporary - Margate, on Saturday 9th & Sunday 10th November in the Foyle Rooms from 10 - 4pm and will be free to enter.
Handmade Chelsea
The 17th edition of HANDMADE CHELSEA at the iconic Chelsea Old Town Hall, London will have a fresh approach, new layout and new opening days.
The Maker's Fair in Kemptown
The Maker's Fair is set to return to St. George's Church in Kemptown. This event will feature a variety of local makers showcasing their handmade wares, from jewellery and pottery to textiles and prints, providing a unique opportunity for the community to support creatives.
Potfest in the Pens - Melton Mowbray
Operating under the same ethos as the Cumbrian Potfest in the Pens events, we’re bringing together 90 ceramics artists for a third year our three-day artisan market in the heart of Melton Mowbray. 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 weather.
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