MarketPlace – ROSA Magazine

20-28 June 2026

MarketPlace

If you are looking for skilled craft works made by talented local makers then head to one of our MarketPlace events where you will find a whole range of beautiful works to buy in all price ranges.

Where and when

Hastings Craft Weekend
The Observer Building
19-21 June

After its great success last year, Hastings Craft Weekend returns to the newly restored Observer Building. Discover the creative brilliance of contemporary craft from Hastings in this curated fair with stands by 35+ designer-makers, including textiles, ceramics, jewellery woodwork, basketry and furniture. Free.

Sussex Craft Week at Farleys
Farleys House & Gallery
Chiddingly
20-28 June

Throughout their lives Lee Miller and Roland Penrose supported emerging artists and makers and Farleys is proud to carry this legacy by providing studios for Sussex creatives and showing work in their sculpture garden and shop. The studios are all open for Craft Week. Explore a wide selection of original ceramics, woodwork, furniture, jewellery, millinery, sculpture, textiles and meet the makers. Entrance charges for the House & Gallery. Visits to the Yard are free.

Hastings International Ceramics Fair
The Observer Building
27-28 June

The Hastings International Ceramics Fair enters its second year with over 40+ ceramicists & potters using techniques from Raku to decorative to wild clay. This year the raffle prize and advertising has been designed and created by MEW with proceeds going towards the Refugee Buddy project. This year the fair is also celebrating 4oth anniversary of the St Leonard’s Liz Emtage Ceramic studio. BUNKA will have the terrace with a delicious food and drink offer open all weekend. Free.

The Maker’s Fair
Middle Farm
20-21 June

The Maker’s Fair makes its debut at Middle Farm this June with a special Summer Solstice weekend celebrating rural craft, folklore, and the rich creative heritage of Sussex. Set within one of the region’s oldest working farms, the event brings together a thoughtfully curated selection of makers whose work is rooted in creative techniques, storytelling, and a deep connection to the landscape.

Visitors can expect a vibrant gathering of artists and craftspeople showcasing ceramics, textiles, jewellery, printmaking, woodwork, slow fashion, and more. As with all events by The Maker’s Fair, the focus is on creating an inspiring and welcoming atmosphere where visitors can meet makers directly, learn about their processes, and discover handmade work.

The Sussex Guild Contemporary Craft Show
Plumpton College
20-21 June

A prestigious fair where Sussex Guild members show their handmade ceramics, furniture, glass, jewellery, knitwear, silversmithing, textiles and woodwork. Meet the makers to discuss their signature techniques and design inspirations.This is the inaugural show at Plumpton College to be held in the newly built state-of the-art conference venue, the AgriFood Centre and a part of the college’s centenary celebrations. Ample parking. Onsite cafe.
Entry £4.00

Nic Acaster
RX320 Pendants
RX320 Hastings fishing boat reclaimed timbers and copper nails. 2–6cm
£45-95
Farleys

Peter Brooke-Ball
Praise
Rosa marble, Portland limestone, rope, copper. 103 x 38 x 40cm
£9,500
Farleys

Guy Stevens
Mangiatore les Enfants
Stone, 1m x 2m (approx.)
Price: POA
Farleys

Keith Pettit
Flow (2021)
2 x scorched Douglas Fir, 2.5m x 35cm (approx.)
£1,400
Farleys

Anna Chocola
The Lee Cloche
Deadstock linen and black cotton canvas. Various sizes available: (approx. 22 x 27cm)
£85
Farleys

Emily Bellhouse
Whispers of Curiosity 4
Blown Glass, 69cm x 18cm
£800
Farleys

Eelo & Idler
Cotton and linen patchwork wall hanging, 33cm x 53cm
£85
The Makers Fair

Juliet Walters
Lidded Pot, Glazed stoneware.
£40
The Makers Fair

Golden Ray Glass by Suzannah
Snowdrops, glass panel
£175
The Makers Fair

Skarlett Sky Studio
Large buttery soft Leather Bucket Bag with an adjustable strap and detachable zip top pouch
£150
The Makers Fair

Ash Leaf Printmaking
Swifts flying over poppy fields
Limited edition lino print with embossed finish
£195
The Makers Fair

Sarah Rickard
Shooting Star Hare
Wall hung hare with slip and sgraffito decoration.
£95
The Makers Fair

The Make Shed
Headland Tank Top
The softest, cosiest touch of luxury — a beautifully hand-knitted piece.
£169
The Makers Fair

Shark Alley
Hoopoe – wooden bird brooch.
Hand painted laser cut FSC birch ply, designed and made in Brighton.
£33
The Makers Fair

Connie Noble
A4 Beach Baby 4 colour Risograph Print. Recycled Cotton Paper. A4 Size, 2cm border
£20
The Makers Fair

Frances Bloomfield
Down in the Woods 2
22 x 16 x 3.5 cms, 3D collage based on images from walking in Stanmer Park
£65
The Makers Fair

Laslett England
Cadiz Silk Bandana
Unique design with multiple patterns revealed through folding. Luxurious silk with hand-rolled edges.
£120
The Makers Fair