Brancepeth Castle
Stall list
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Outlaws and Vagabonds
13th century living history and medieval re-enactment group
Facebook @Outlaws and Vagabonds -
True North Trades Blacksmithing
Bespoke blacksmithing and hand forged items
07540 616439
truenorthtrades1@gmail.com
Facebook @True North Trades -
Fat Rabbit Crafts
Chopping boards made by us from fallen tree to product.
fatrabbitcrafts@hotmail.com
Facebook @fatrabbitcrafts
Instagram @fatrabbitcrafts -
Merchandise and tours at Brancepeth Castle
Brancepeth Castle cards, notebooks, and small gifts. Information and tours
0191 378 9670
info@brancepethcastle.uk
brancepethcastle.org.uk -
Pip Hobbs Art
Art prints of whimsical creatures and classical florals
07541044990
pippahobbsart@gmail.com
pippahobbs.com -
Sterling Crafts
Jewellery is my passion. Unique, affordable, quality. Largest selection in N.E. Est 1992
07375668158
joangray45@outlook.com -
Hippy Lizard
Paintings, colourful textile gifts and unique accessories
07703343415
Hippylizard@gmail.com
HippyLizard.com -
Sea Stone Jewellery
Hand sculptured gold and silver jewellery inspired by our coast
07707149750
joanna@seastonejewellery.co.uk
seastonejewellery.co.uk -
Oakwood Soaperie
Handmade, natural soaps, pure skincare & indulgent bathing products
07757161659
info@oakwoodsoaperie.co.uk
oakwoodsoaperie.co.uk -
Jaroslav Pottery
Art ceramics made in distinct and diverse styles
jaro73h@googlemail.com
hrustalenko.co.uk -
Christine Cave Art
Original art: Soft Pastels and also Mixed Media Art. Giclee Prints.
07941567259
christine.cave@hotmail.co.uk
christinecaveart.com -
Magic Clay by Tatjana
Ceramic homeware, kitchenware, pendants, wall decoration, fruit bowls, range of mugs
07529995906
tatjanambro@gmail.com -
Jane Charles Studio Glass
Freeblown Studio Glass Bottles, Bowls, Vases and Sculptural Forms
07885 186134
Janecharlesglass@gmail.com
folksy.com/shops/janecharlesstudioglass -
H.i.R.U
Hand-made/Crochet high quality, vivid Bags, Scarves and accessories
07923893750
nadine@kadine.co.uk
kadine.co.uk -
The Sea the Sea Studio
Handmade driftwood sculptures made from driftwood, found on the north east coast
theseatheseashop@gmail.com
Instagram theseatheseastudio -
The Felted Fleece
Living Fleeces, felt back rugs, throws & wraps
07792145769
info@thefeltedfleece.co.uk
thefeltedfleece.co.uk -
Tony Frisby Photography
Natural Abstract Photographs (mounted and framed prints)
07776183839
tonyfrisby@talktalk.net
Etsy.com/shop/TFrisbyPhotography -
The Velveteen Rabbit Luncheon Club
Handmade traditional pies and puddings
01642725383
vrlclub@icloud.com
velveteenrabbit.co.uk -
The Jamporium
Fruit preserves, marmalades, jellies, curds and chutneys
07957622585
Thejamporium@hotmail.com -
South Durham Honey
Local Honey, beeswax candles, bee & honey themed giftwear
07851764654
southdurhamhoney@gmail.com
southdurhamhoney.co.uk -
KAFFEEHAUS
Hand roasted speciality coffee
0191 447 4552
info@kaffeehauscoffee.co.uk
kaffeehauscoffee.co.uk -
Muckle Brewing
Bottle conditioned beers and lagers from Hadrian's Wall garden brewery
07752807606
brewer@mucklebrewing.co.uk
mucklebrewing.co.uk -
Respect Soaps Ltd
Soap, haircare and bodycare, scented decorative home items (not candles)
07761828313
tumnus@hotmail.com
respectsoaps.com -
Plantshots
Plant growing kits. Wild flowers, herbs and Christmas tree seeds
07805405367
info@plantshots.co.uk
plantshots.co.uk -
RedDragonfly Silks
Handpainted Silk scarves, pictures, lamps and Silk-on-glass artefacts
07708110567
reddragonflysilks@email.com
reddragonflysilks.com -
Alison Hill's Studios
Artwork based on nature in pen, capturing movement and light.
07715525142
artfare760@gmail.com
ahill.portfoliobox.net -
Uwe Raw Cotton
Curvaceous ladies clothing made from natural fibres
(0191) 5290666
uwe_doeringuk@yahoo.co.uk -
Ella’s Handstitched Cards
Hand stitched cards for all occasions
07712593230
cornesjanet3@gmail.com -
Northumberland Cheese Company
Award winning, handmade, artisan cheese
01670 789798
admin@northumberlandcheese.co.uk
northumberlandcheese.co.uk -
North Chocolates
Luxury, hand-made and award-winning chocolate bars.
078963859445
northchocolates@gmail.com
northchocolates.co.uk -
Loopy Lisa's Fudge
Authentic handmade crumbly fudges and Belgian chocolate
01388 835135
info@loopylisasfudge.co.uk
loopylisasfudge.co.uk -
MYcrafts
Handmade welcome wreaths and small floral arrangements
mycrafts042@gmail.com
Facebook @Mycrafts042 -
NickBrookerArt
Bird mobiles and Linoprints
07985276191
nickbrooker2@gmail.com
Nickbrookerart.co.uk -
Metals and Petals
Nature inspired handmade silver and resin Jewellery. Floral, fauna coastal
07867289536
metals.petals@outlook.com -
Alison Tutcher Milliner
Hand made everyday wearable hats, refashioned timeless chic.
07852798222
ali@alisontutchermilliner.com
alisontutchermilliner.com -
2 Knit Tog
Knitted and sewn children's clothes and ladies accessories
01913864302
june_mum@hotmail.com -
Durham Wildlife Trust
Local charity restoring wildlife and nature from the Tees to the Tyne
01915843112
mail@durhamwt.co.uk
durhamwt.com -
Kilday&Co
Handmade Luxury Home, Kitchen & Giftware exploring vibrant colour and unique designs.
info@kildayandco.com
kildayandco.com -
Ruth Haldon
From on trend everyday jewellery, to something unique and stunning.
07963220063
haldon67@btinternet.com
ruthhaldon.co.uk -
Four Cats to Feed
A variety of unique handmade quirky gifts and goodies
07419200027
john@sophie123.plus.com
Facebook @Four Cats to Feed -
Lynn's Novelty Knits
Knitting and crochet something for everyone, bookmarks, bags and animal figures.
07596 952438
lynnbain86@gmail.com -
Little Bear Ceramics
Hand sculpted ceramics of animals and three dimensional animal heads
07745373732
sarlewin@googlemail.com
Facebook @Little Bear Ceramics -
Feisc
Award winning luxury fragrance, beauty and skincare products.
(01325) 734853
feiscproducts@gmail.com
feisc.com -
Woodturning Hartlepool
Wood turned products from locally supplied timbers
07707700338
dw1982wake@virginmedia.com
woodturninghartlepool.co.uk -
Mickey Blue Jewellery
Unique Chainmaille and Fine Silver Jewellery
07710172576
info@mickeybluedesigns.com
mickeybluedesigns.co.uk -
Remade by Sally J
Clothing and accessories for people and pets made from reclaimed textiles.
07968820069
sallyjewers@gmail.com
Instagram @remadebysallyj -
All About Words Designs
Uses words to create art celebrating everything which is important to you.
07776191096
allaboutwords13@gmail.com
etsy.com/uk/shop/AllAboutWordsDesigns -
Emily Ward Art Limited
A beautiful gift range made from original artwork by Emily Ward Art
07956343374
info@emilywardart.com
emilywardart.com -
CraftsByJessiG
Notebooks, badges and more digitally designed with colour in mind
craftsbyjessieg@hotmail.com
Instagram @craftsbyjessig -
Durham Soap Co
Artisan luxurious natural soaps & other bathroom products
07969123023
handmade@durhamsoap.co.uk
durhamsoap.co.uk -
Andy Firth Bespoke
Hardwood and resin artwork, gifts and home wares.
07702 183145
andyfirthbespoke@gmail.com
andyfirthbespoke.co.uk -
Green Man Arts & Crafts
Spiritual & Historically inspired Jewellery & Artwork
07435560619
steve_cousins@yahoo.co.uk
Facebook: StevetheGreenManPaintings -
FiftyEleven
Handcrafted woodwork - gifts, jewellery, decorations, pens, kitchenware. Custom pyrography
sabrina@fiftyeleven.co.uk
fiftyeleven.co.uk -
Creatrix Copper Creations
Handcrafted pure copper jewellery and accessories
07786 424773
RichmondArtisanFairs@hotmail.com
Facebook @CreatrixJewellery -
Spicymonkey
Handmade curry sauces - all made in Durham
07812946899
ian@spicymonkey.co.uk
spicymonkey.co.uk -
Art of Transparency
Unique hand crafted fused glass created in the north east.
07724132072
Iris.houghton@artoftransparency.co.uk
artoftransparency.co.uk -
Biscuillustrations Handmade Biscuit Art
Handmade shortbread biscuits decorated with royal icing and hand-painted designs
biscuillustrations.hba@gmail.com
biscuillustrations.etsy.com -
Coffea Espression Roasters & Shop
Uniquely sourced coffee from the founders’ homelands - Colombia and Brazil
07776 964212
coffeaespression@gmail.com
coffeaespression.co.uk -
Cassie’s Kitchen
Handmade scotch eggs
Cassiesvintagekitchen@outlook.com
cassies-kitchen.co.uk -
Saffie's Glass Studio
Fused glass gifts, decorations, commissions and workshops
07908280137
saffie@heselton.eu
Instagram @saffiesglassstudio -
J&R Armitage Ltd - Armitage Sparkling Wines
Ciders, Sparkling Apple Wine, Sparkling Elderflower Wine, Cider Vinegar
07793 555314
r.armitage610@btinternet.com
armitagesparklingwines.co.uk -
Teviot Knitwear Hawick Ltd
Sale of Knitted Garments and Accessories made in Scotland
07779133343
allan.godfrey@teviotknitwearhawick.co.uk
Teviotknitwearhawick.co.uk -
Jane Harbottle Wildlife Artist
Inspired by the beauty of Nature - Wildlife Paintings and Giftware
01289 388215
jane@janeharbottleartist.co.uk
janeharbottleartist.co.uk -
The Northumberland Milliner
Couture millinery and millinery accessories
07903 303539
info@margaretwoodliffwright.co.uk
margaretwoodliffwright.co.uk -
Kirstea
Beautiful things for you and your home
07707809960
enquiries@kirstea.co.uk
kirstea.co.uk -
Mud Fox Ceramics
Bespoke contemporary ceramics, handcrafted in Durham, England.
07880501373
mudfoxceramics@gmail.com
mudfoxceramics.com -
Senyucraft
Sustainable handwoven textiles connecting heritage, craft, and contemporary design
07575951310
senyucraft@gmail.com
senyucraft.com -
Vira Melenets
Silk Garden. Ukrainian traditional ribbon embroidery
07392958934
silkgarden23@gmail.com -
Brancepeth Archives
Local history publications and cards
(0191) 3780974
brancepeth.archive@outlook.com
brancepethcommunityassociation.co.uk -
Brancepeth Castle Books
Books and posters from Brancepeth Castle book shop cafe
07375036927
marie@mjmemporium.co.uk
mjmemporium.co.uk -
St Cuthberts Hospice
St Cuthberts Hospice Christmas cards inside the castle cafe
FAQs
Can I bring my dog to the fair?
As the fair is full of delicate, fragile and edible items; and to ensure the enjoyment of all, only highly trained service dogs are allowed into the fair.
Why do you charge an entry fee?
Proceeds from the fairs go directly to maintaining our historic building.
In order to keep stall fees manageable and offer the widest range of stalls, we charge a small entry fee. We believe this offers good value for money given the quality of the fair and that it provides access tolarge areas of the castle that are not normally open to the public.
We understand that it can be off-putting to some people, so we offer various special offers. Tickets bought in advance using the discount code LATEENTRY allow free access to the fair after 3pm.
When is the best time to visit the fair?
The fair is busiest during the first few hours of each day. But savvy shoppers visit after about 2pm when the fair is quieter but still packed with the same gorgeous crafts.
This gives the opportunity to view the fair in a much more relaxed way, and is the best time to talk with the stallholders and find out more about them and how they make their items.
Visiting later in the day is especially recommended for people in wheelchairs or with pushchairs who can find navigating a crowd more difficult.
Is the fair wheelchair accessible?
Absolutely. The majority of the fair is on a single floor that is easy to navigate. A lift provides access from the courtyard to the function rooms.
Do I have to buy a ticket in advance?
It is a great benefit to the smooth running of the fair if tickets are purchased in advance.
It allows us to manage visitor numbers throughout the day and ensure that overcrowding is avoided at peak times.
It has also proved invaluable when bad weather has caused disruption and we are able to provide visitors with important information.
However, for those who are unable to buy tickets in advance we do sell tickets on the gate.
Is there car parking?
We provide free car parking on the grass outside the walls of the castle. Please follow the instructions of the stewards on arrival, and let them know about any mobility requirements.
We have invested in improving the parking experience in recent years with extra matting in key areas to reduce mud and additional lighting in the parking areas.
Who runs the fair?
The fair is run by members of the Dobson family who have owned and lived in the castle since 1979. Most of the staff at the fair are volunteers and are members or friends of the family.
