More than 200 of the UK’s leading makers are returning to Manchester for the North’s biggest craft fair. Founded 19 years ago, the Great Northern Contemporary Craft Fair has become a highlight of Manchester’s cultural calendar, attracting thousands of visitors from across the UK.Set in the stunning Victoria Baths, designers and makers working across jewellery, ceramics, textiles, furniture and more will be exhibiting and selling their work, each hand-selected by an independent panel of craft experts.
Alongside the exhibitors, expect free workshops and talks featuring renowned names including Sam Buckley, chef-owner of Where The Light Gets In, who joins award-winning designer and maker Joe Hartley to deliver a collaborative animation workshop. Leading British textile artist Lynn Setterington will also be sharing insights into her practice, alongside the return of the popular Green Grads, showcasing emerging graduate talent at the forefront of sustainable design.
Open from 6-9pm for a preview on Thursday, then 10am-6pm Friday and Saturday and closing slightly earlier at 4pm on Sunday, under 16’s go free and tickets start at £8.95.
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