events

Immerse yourself in the vibrant world of arts and crafts with the North Devon Handmade Collective, where creativity flourishes and local artisans unite. Our events are designed to celebrate and showcase the incredible talent of North Devon artisans while providing opportunities for hands-on learning and talent discovery.

craft fayres

Our craft markets bring together a diverse selection of talented artists and crafters from across North Devon, offering a unique shopping experience filled with high-quality handmade products.

Whether you're looking for one-of-a-kind gifts, home décor, or personal treasures, our markets are the perfect place to explore creativity and craftsmanship.

For artists and makers, this is an affordable way to showcase and sell your work, with a 2' x 2' display table available for just £15 or less.

Join us for a vibrant and welcoming marketplace where creativity flourishes, and visitors can connect directly with local makers.

craft events

Our craft events offer more than just a marketplace—they provide hands-on experiences for visitors to learn new skills directly from the talented artists and crafters exhibiting.

Alongside a wide selection of handmade products, attendees can pre-book onto interactive workshops, making these events a fantastic opportunity to get involved with traditional and contemporary crafts.

Exhibitors can display their work with a 2' x 2' space available for £15 or less.

Whether you're a maker looking to share your skills or a visitor eager to try something new, our craft events promise an inspiring and engaging experience.

agricultural shows

At major agricultural shows, the North Devon Handmade Collective hosts up to 44 artists and crafters inside a spacious marquee, providing a beautifully curated showcase of handmade goods.

Unlike our other events, exhibitors need only supply their work. We handle the display setup, sales, and pack-down, ensuring a smooth and professional retail experience.

With a 2' x 2' space available for £25 plus a 10% commission on sales, this is an excellent opportunity for makers to reach a wider audience with minimal effort.

Visitors can browse a carefully arranged selection of high-quality handmade products, all in one convenient location.

pictures from our recent events

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event application

Are you a talented artist or crafter looking to showcase your work in a vibrant and supportive setting?

The North Devon Handmade Collective invites you to apply for a space at one of our upcoming events! Our markets celebrate high-quality, handmade creations, providing a fantastic opportunity to connect with customers who appreciate unique, locally crafted goods. Whether you’re an experienced maker or just starting your creative journey, we welcome you to join our friendly community and share your passion with the world.

planned events

Lampard Community School

The Lampard School Christmas Fair offers a wonderful opportunity for local makers to showcase their work without needing to attend in person. All displays will be professionally managed and manned by NDHC staff, ensuring each space is beautifully presented and supervised throughout the event. This festive fair is open to both the school community and the general public, creating a friendly, inclusive atmosphere for visitors to browse and buy handmade gifts. We will be making a donatuon to Lampard School, helping to raise valuable funds while celebrating local creativity.

Lampard School Christmas Fair
Thursday 4th December
£5 per 2’x2’ space (tabletop or hanging crate display)
Limited spaces available!

Christmas Makers Market - Langleigh Country House, Ilfracombe

Langleigh Country House, Ilfracombe, Saturday 20th & Sunday 21st December

Looking for those final, perfect Christmas gifts? Join us for a festive weekend at the beautiful Langleigh Country House, Ilfracombe, as we host our Almost Last Minute Christmas Makers Market. A celebration of local creativity, craftsmanship, and seasonal charm.

This two-day event brings together an exciting mix of North Devon’s finest makers, artists, artisans, and independent small businesses, offering everything from handcrafted homewares and unique gifts to festive treats, decorations, and one-of-a-kind treasures you won’t find anywhere else.

Whether you’re finishing your Christmas shopping or simply wanting to soak up some holiday atmosphere, this is the perfect place to find something special.

A limited number of Managed and Self-Managed trader spaces are. Price is for both days.

Self-Managed Space – £30

Ideal for experienced stallholders
Run your own table and manage your own sales
Keep 100% of your earnings
Just bring your products and display setup

Managed Space – £30 + 15% Commission

Perfect for makers who can’t attend in person
Our team will professionally display and sell your work for you
You simply drop off your products—we take care of the rest
15% commission on all sales

Spaces are limited and expected to fill quickly.

Apply below and be part of something truly special!

CLICK HERE TO APPLY FOR THESE EVENTS

past events

North Devon Show - Wednesday 6th August 2025

A Fantastic Debut for NDHC at the North Devon Show!

What an incredible day! The North Devon Handmade Collective (NDHC) made its premiere at the North Devon Show, and our dedicated marquee was absolutely buzzing with creativity and community spirit.

Featuring over 40 talented local crafters, the NDHC marquee offered visitors an immersive handmade retail experience — every item on display was original, handmade, and crafted right here in North Devon, proudly showcasing the region’s amazing talent and tradition of quality.

Our professionally managed display spaces were beautifully curated by the NDHC display team, bringing together each maker’s work into cohesive and inspiring collections. The result? A stunning showcase of creativity that drew hundreds of visitors throughout the day!

A heartfelt thank you to all our makers, supporters, and everyone who stopped by to celebrate North Devon’s handmade community. You helped make our first appearance at the North Devon Show a huge success — and we can’t wait to do it all again next year!

North Devon Arts Fest - Sunday 27th July 2025

A Creative Triumph at North Devon Arts Fest!

What an incredible celebration of local talent! The North Devon Handmade Collective (NDHC) was proud to exclusively provide all arts and crafts content at this year’s North Devon Arts Fest, transforming the historic Barnstaple Pannier Market into a vibrant hub of creativity, colour, and craftsmanship.

The event brought together a fantastic mix of self-managed and NDHC-managed exhibitors, filling the market with stunning handmade work — from art and ceramics to textiles, jewellery, and beyond.

Our self-managed makers showcased their creations across the bustling centre aisle, while our professionally curated managed displays offered a premium visitor experience, blending each maker’s work into beautiful, cohesive collections. The result was a seamless, inspiring showcase that truly celebrated North Devon’s creative spirit.

Every space sold out well in advance, and the feedback from both exhibitors and visitors was overwhelmingly positive — a real testament to the growing strength and unity of our local handmade community!

Devon Day Craft Fayre - National Trust Arlington Court

A Wonderful Celebration of Devon Crafting at Arlington Court!

What an incredible week it was! The Devon Day Craft Fair at Arlington Court, held from 4–8 June 2025, was a huge success — a true celebration of North Devon’s creativity, talent, and community spirit.

Kicking off on Wednesday 4 June — Devon Day itself — the event brought together an inspiring mix of local artists, makers, and producers, all showcasing the very best of handmade Devon craftsmanship. Set against the stunning backdrop of Arlington Court, visitors enjoyed discovering unique, high-quality creations while supporting local talent.

Our curated displays, each set within 90cm x 90cm spaces, looked beautiful throughout the five-day fair. Every piece reflected the care, skill, and imagination of the makers involved, and the feedback from visitors and exhibitors alike was overwhelmingly positive.

With strong sales, fantastic engagement, and a wonderful atmosphere from start to finish, the Devon Day Craft Fair truly captured the spirit of what makes North Devon’s creative community so special.

A heartfelt thank you to all our exhibitors, supporters, and visitors who made this event such a memorable success — we can’t wait to return next year!

North Devon Springfest

A Spotlight Moment at Barnstaple Pannier Market!

We were thrilled to take part in one of North Devon’s biggest events of the year at the Barnstaple Pannier Market — and what an incredible day it was!

Representing 20 talented local artisans, the North Devon Handmade Collective brought a vibrant and diverse display of handmade goods to this iconic market. From beautiful ceramics and textiles to original artwork, skincare, and more, our stall was bursting with creativity and craft.

Event Highlights:

20 local makers showcased
Thousands of handmade items sold
Over 5,000 visitors attended the event, according to market management
And yes — we were featured on TV!

The exposure, atmosphere, and enthusiastic support from shoppers made this a landmark moment for our collective. It was an honour to stand alongside so many other local creatives and be part of a historic venue buzzing with energy.

A huge thank you to everyone who visited, shopped, and cheered us on — and to the Barnstaple Pannier Market team for hosting such a fantastic event.

We’re already looking forward to the next one!