EVENTS 2026
2026 Events
I am very pleased to announce the events that I will be showing ceramic sculptures at in 2026.
There are still some to be confirmed, and as soon as I can, I will add these to the listings below.
POTFEST SOUTH EAST – GLYNDE PLACE
22, 23 & 24 May 2026
GROWING ON THE SUCCESS OF THE LAST THREE YEARS, THIS 1ST EVENT OF THE SEASON RETURNS TO GLYNDE PLACE IN 2026.
Potfest South East – Glynde Place is set in parkland immediately in front of a grand Elizabethan country house on the doorstep of the South Downs. The show is within easy access by road and rail from Brighton, Eastbourne and Lewes.
Over 90 makers have been selected to showcase a wide and diverse range of work that is guaranteed to delight and inspire. Discover functional and decorative ceramics to suit all tastes and budgets and buy direct from the maker.
Live pottery demonstrations each day along with raku firings throughout the weekend.
POTFEST SCOTLAND – SCONE PALACE
12, 13 & 14 June 2026
SET IN THE BEAUTIFUL GROUNDS OF SCONE PALACE, PERTH.
This is the 14th year at Scone of this Potfest event – the home of the Stone of Destiny.
Under large marquees across the Palace lawns, meet the 90 studio ceramics artists taking part. Wander Scone’s grounds, gardens and pinetum. Talk to the makers, discover what fuels their passion for clay and buy direct. Make a full day of your visit and soak up all things clay at this Scottish celebration of ceramics.
POTFEST BY THE LAKE – COMPTON VERNEY
19, 20 & 21 June 2026
NOW IN ITS SIXTH YEAR, THIS FLAGSHIP EVENT PROMISES TO BE A HIGHLIGHT OF THE INTERNATIONAL CERAMICS CALENDAR IN 2026
Potfest by the Lake – Compton Verney will showcase outstanding ceramic artists under a number of large, open-sided marquees on immaculate lawns, overlooking the stunning lake.
Compton Verney is an historic house and well-established, award-winning, arts venue set in 120 acres of stunning Lancelot ‘Capability’ Brown parkland. Located just fifteen minutes from both Stratford upon Avon and Royal Leamington Spa, and less than 30 minutes’ drive from Coventry, Potfest by the Lake – Compton Verney is an exciting opportunity to visit an artisan ceramics market, showcasing the work of 90 of the UK’s finest ceramics makers.
POTFEST SOUTHWEST – SHAFTESBURY
3, 4 & 5 July 2026
FOLLOWING THE SUCCESS OF MY FIRST YEAR AT THIS EVENT IN 2025, I AM DELIGHTED TO SHOW NEW WORK AGAIN IN 2026.
Potfest South West will be held in the show field for the Gillingham and Shaftesbury country fair, just off the B3081, Shaftesbury to Gillingham road.
Over 90 makers have been selected to showcase a wide and diverse range of work that is guaranteed to delight and inspire. Discover functional and decorative ceramics to suit all tastes and budgets and buy direct from the maker.
POTFEST IN THE PARK – HUTTON-in-the-FOREST
24, 25 & 26 July 2026
THE ORIGINAL POTFEST FLAGSHIP EVENT SHOWCASING THE VERY BEST WORK FROM 90 SELECTED ARTISTS, CHOSEN FROM THROUGHOUT THE UK, EUROPE AND BEYOND.
All with very distinctive, individual styles. Set in the magnificent backdrop of Hutton-in-the-Forest on the edge of the beautiful Lake District National Park.
Potfest in the Park takes place under large marquees on parkland in front of this magnificent country house. The potters’ special competition pieces are displayed on the lawns in front of the house, juxtaposing ancient architecture and modern ceramics.
As well as hosting Potfest in the Park, Hutton-in-the-Forest is a cultural destination in itself. With its historic house, walled garden, topiary terraces and woodland walks it makes a great day out.