Upcoming events.
Quite often you will find us at Festivals, food and drink fairs and Gin exhibitions. Please check our calendar and or socials for events near you for you to try our wonderful products and meet the team.
Artisan Market, Java & Jazz, Forest Row
As part of the Forest Row Easter Trail, we’re excited to be presenting our spirit selection along with a variety of other stall holders.
Heritage Transport Show Farmers Market
Held in the stunning surroundings of the Kent Showground, the Heritage Transport Show is an event for the whole family to enjoy. As well as a large exhibit of vehicles, expect to enjoy additional vintage and auto inspired attractions such as a traditional funfair, autojumble and farmers market, Lindy Hoppers, live music and much more…!
Spring Live
Featuring live and interactive entertainment, a plethora of shopping stalls, a food hall, and mouth-watering artisan treats from independent producers, Spring Live! is a must-attend event of the season.
Weald of Kent Country Craft & Food Show
Experience the ultimate family day out with artisan shopping, delicious food, live entertainment, craft demos, music, children’s rides, and a joyful atmosphere!
ICHF Events, known for creating memorable experiences, proudly presents the Weald of Kent Country Craft & Food Show at Penshurst Place, from 2nd – 4th May 2026.
Celebrate creativity, community, and culinary delights as talented artisans and food vendors come together for a truly inspiring outdoor event — perfect for craft lovers, foodies, and families alike.
Open daily from 10am – 5pm
Cocktail Masterclass, The Lounge, Uckfield
Ready to shake things up? Join our Cocktail Masterclass and dive into the art of mixing delicious drinks! This fun, hands-on session is all about learning cool techniques and whipping up your own tasty cocktails. It's an in-person event, perfect for meeting fellow cocktail lovers and expanding your bartending skills. Whether you’re a newbie or a pro, come sip, stir, and enjoy a relaxed vibe with us!
Join Three Old Birds and The Lounge Uckfield for a fun and flavour-filled Cocktail Masterclass.
Learn how to create a selection of easy, delicious cocktails using the Three Old Birds range. Throughout the evening you’ll also have the chance to taste the full Three Old Birds range and discover new ways to enjoy your favourite spirits.
You’ll also have the opportunity to purchase a bottle or two from the range to take home and continue making your favourite cocktails.
🎟 Tickets: £35 per person - Purchase tickets here: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/cocktail-masterclass-with-three-old-birds-tickets-1984834074146
Your ticket includes:
• A mini grazing sharing board
• Cocktail samples throughout the masterclass
• All materials and ingredients needed for the session
Mansion Market
The Mansion Markets are predominantly artisan craft markets and take place three times a year, in May, October and December. They offer a pleasant and social occasion to browse the huge variety of stalls, buy handmade and unique presents, eat tasty food, and relish the ambience of Kidbrooke Mansion. The Market is organised by two volunteers who are supported at the events by a dedicated group of friends of the School on a voluntary basis. All profits from table fees go to improving facilities for the students.
https://www.michaelhall.co.uk/news-and-events/mansion-market
Royal Windsor Horse Show
Taking place from Thursday 14th to Sunday 17th May 2026, the Royal Windsor Horse Show is the only time of year the private grounds of Windsor Castle are open to the public. A week of top-level international equestrian competition across the FEI disciplines of Show Jumping, Driving, and Endurance reaches its pinnacle on the Sunday with the Rolex Grand Prix. Elsewhere, the Show delights visitors with four arenas of prestigious Showing classes, thrilling international equestrian and military displays and a huge country lifestyle shopping village, making for the perfect family day out this Spring.
https://rwhs.co.uk/royal-windsor-horse-show-tickets/general-entry-tickets/
Feast: Street Food & Drink Festival
Feast Street Food Festival The Pantiles, Tunbridge Wells 23rd/24th/25th May Free to attend!
South of England Show
Offering all ages the chance to connect with the countryside and have a great day out, the South of England Show features a non-stop programme of agricultural and equestrian displays, country pursuits, live entertainment, rural crafts and an abundance of food, drink and shopping opportunities.
Featuring a variety of entertainment, including international showjumping, heavy horse displays, scurry racing, equine and livestock judging. The vintage agricultural machinery ring is back with demonstrations and displays, plus a new countryside ring with ferrets, wood chopping and more. Plus, there’s forestry, falconry, fly casting, and many more rural industries and crafts for visitors to experience and enjoy!
Plus enjoy the thrill of this year’s headline act Jamie Squibb Freestyle Stunt Team.
https://tickets.seas.org.uk/events/1376/south-of-england-show
Wealden Times Midsummer Fair
Hole Park | Thursday 11th to Saturday 13th June
Our much‑loved summer celebration returns to the glorious gardens of Hole Park with over 220 stallholders showcasing fashion, homeware, artisan food, jewellery and more.. the ultimate start to summer.
Cowpie Country Show
The Cowpie Country Show is a fantastic day out for all the family, with a full day of events and fun for everyone.
Enjoy livestock, rural crafts, farm food, competitions, dog show and agility, an exciting main ring programme along with many displays and events traditionally found at Country Shows.
There are so many FREE activities for everyone to enjoy!
Surrey Country Craft & Food Show
Experience the ultimate family day out with artisan shopping, delicious food, live entertainment, craft demos, music, children’s rides, and a joyful atmosphere!
ICHF Events, known for creating memorable experiences, proudly presents the Surrey Country Craft and Food Showat Loseley Park, Guildford, from 19th –21st June 2026.
Celebrate creativity, community, and culinary delights as talented artisans and food vendors come together for a truly inspiring outdoor event — perfect for craft lovers, foodies, and families alike.
Open daily from 10am- 5pm
https://www.thecraftshows.co.uk/surrey-country-craft-food-show/
Tasting at Staverton Garden Centre
Join us for a tasting experience at Staverton Nursery - Saturday 4th July 12.00pm-4.00pm
The Agria Royal International Horse Show
The Agria Royal International Horse Show at Hickstead is one of the pinnacles of the summer season. Thousands of equestrian fans are expected to flock here to the All England Jumping Course to watch international highlights such as the Agria Nations Cup of Great Britain, the JCL Insurance Brokers Queen Elizabeth II Cup and the Al Shira'aa King George V Gold Cup.
The Village Green provides the perfect respite from the equestrian action, with entertainment to capture the whole family from children's arts & crafts workshops and face painting, to magic shows and live choir performances!
With an extensive shopping village, a range of bars, restaurants and hospitality options, and the popular Style Saturday competition, it is little wonder this show is regarded as one of the highlights of the summer season.
The RIver Market
A huge event taking place along the Medway river in Maidstone, Kent.
More info can be found here: https://www.maidstoneriverfestival.com/whats-on
Rye Pirates & Smugglers Day
Yo ho me hearties!
Get ready to set sail to Rye for Rye Pirates and Smugglers Day happening on Saturday 8th August in Rye from 10am until 5pm throughout the Town.
From a Pirate and Smugglers Procession to Smugglers Market, Street performances, sea shanties, best dressed pirate competitions and more! We guarantee that there is fun for all the family!”
You will be able to collect copies of the programme and map from next week around key locations in the town.
Free to attend.
Don your best pirate or smuggler garb and join in the fun for an unforgettable day in Rye.
https://ryesussex.uk/events/festivals-and-carnivals/rye-pirates-and-smugglers-day/
Edenbridge and Oxted Agricultural Show
The most spectacular August Bank Holiday day out! A warm welcome from a show that's packed with entertainment to suit the whole family.
A traditional show when the rural communities of Kent, Surrey and Sussex come together to showcase and celebrate farming, rural life and the finest food and drink from across the counties and beyond. Enjoy top class competition for livestock, horses, gundogs and horticulture.
Our 2026 show is already shaping up to be another unmissable bank holiday weekend to round off your summer holidays. We're putting the finishing touches to our competition schedules, ordering the rosettes and confirming bookings with all your favourite entertainers. There'll be fun galore with The Sheep Show, the Dorset Axemen, giant tortoises, music and dancing, and a very special Main Arena entertainment act to enthrall visitors of all ages! As ever, you'll find quality food and shopping at every turn as you enjoy your farm-themed day out.
Tickets https://edenbridge-show.co.uk
Mansion Market - Michael Hall School
The Mansion Markets are predominantly artisan craft markets and take place three times a year, in May, October and December. They offer a pleasant and social occasion to browse the huge variety of stalls, buy handmade and unique presents, eat tasty food, and relish the ambience of Kidbrooke Mansion.
Groombridge Farm Shop – Tasting
Join us for a festive spirit tasting at Groombridge Farm Shop! 11.30am-4.30pm
East Grinstead Christmas Market
Join us for a Magical Christmas Market!
Get ready to step into the festive season at our Christmas Market on Sunday 7th December!
What to look forward to:
A variety of stalls offering unique gifts, crafts, and delicious seasonal treats.
A special visit to Santa’s Grotto (no booking needed).
Festive music to get everyone in the Christmas spirit.
Hot drinks and tasty food.
Where: East Court Mansion and Meridian Hall, College Lane, East Grinstead, RH19 3LT
When: Sunday 7th December, 11-4PM
Whether you’re shopping for the perfect Christmas present or enjoying a festive day out with loved ones, our Christmas Market is the perfect way to kick off the season.
Entry is free — so bring your friends, family, and festive spirit. We can’t wait to celebrate with you!
Shearers Fine Foods - Forest Row Late Night Xmas Shopping
Come and try our Spirits and pick up amazing food and drink gift ideas for Christmas at Shearer’s Fine Foods Deli in Forest Row, situated just down the road from Tesco, opposite Java & Jazz. Part of the Forest Row Village shopping evening.
Crowborough Basepoint Xmas Market
Basepoint are holding their first ever all-day Christmas Market, in conjunction with Wealden Citizens Advice and Uckfield Pop Up Markets. It's completely free for stallholders and visitors, so why not pop along! It promises to be a lovely festive community day, featuring:
🎅 A visit from Father Christmas
🎶 Performances from two local choirs
🐾 Company of Critters with their friendly animals
🎁 A range of local stalls and seasonal activities
The Mayor will officially open the event, and all funds raised on the day will go to support Wealden Citizens Advice. Come along on the day for a fun and festive occasion.
Chiddingstone Castle’s 2025 Christmas Fair
Chiddingstone Castle’s 2025 Christmas Fair will take place on Saturday 29th November between 10am and 4pm.
A wonderful array of Artisans, Craft, Vintage & Creative Small Businesses will be offering a selection of Christmas gifts, decorations and food and drink from over 60 hand-curated stalls inside the Castle and in the large, heated marquee in the Castle grounds. Visit Christmas at the Castle to shop locally and sustainably browsing unique products that are not found on the High Street and plenty of one of a kind vintage items.
Add a touch of seasonal magic to your Christmas shopping experience and explore this historic building full of festive sights and smells whilst finding something special for your home, for gifts, for the Christmas table and for you. Come along with friends and make a day of it.
Delicious food will be available from our food vendors along with Barristo coffee and hot drinks. Mulled wine and mince pies will also add to the seasonal cheer!
The beautiful countryside location of this lovely Castle is perfect for a relaxed shopping opportunity.
Pre Booked Online Tickets are discounted to £8.00 for adults and £4 for children until midnight Friday November 28th - pre booking allows us to manage staff levels and parking better as well as helping to keep entrance queues down on the day.
The gate and online price on the day is £10 adult and £5 child. Parking will be free for this event so please park at the castle rather than in the village.
Stavertons Garden Centre Christmas Soirée
This month sees our very first Late-Night Shopping Event on Friday 28th November, from 6pm - 9pm. We’re very excited to be welcoming several of our local suppliers for you to be able to try their specialist food and drink. For our part Cecil’s Kitchen will be providing complimentary canapés and mulled wine or fruit punch, and there will be plenty of other offers and festive treats available too…please see the image for more details…it should be a brilliant evening. For us to try and cater for the correct numbers please like this post or click attend on the upcoming event.
Red Lion Chelwood Gate – Christmas Light Night Market
Friday 28th November 5-8pm The Red Lion Chelwood Gate Join Us For An Evening Of Fun And Festivities
Chartham Park Christmas Fair
Discover over 25 local stallholders from 7pm until 9.30pm who will be offering beautiful handmade gifts, crafts, treats, and unique treasures - perfect for ticking off your Christmas list! Soak up the atmosphere with live festive music from Rosie & Ian, and enjoy a glass of mulled wine and a mince pie (or two!) as you shop.
Whether you're hunting for the perfect present or just want to soak in the Christmas magic, this evening promises to be warm, welcoming, and full of festive spirit. Bring your friends and family - we can’t wait to see you there!
Winter Fair - South Of England Showground
Visitors to the Ardingly Winter Fair can shop until they drop from a large selection of stalls boasting artisan products, gifts, and food and drink from independent and local vendors.
Tickets : https://tickets.seas.org.uk/events/1317/winter-fair
Wealden Times Mid Winter Fair
With more than 220 independent retailers, designers, and makers, selling fashion, jewellery, homeware, art, Christmas decorations, and gifts for everyone on your list, in 7 adjoining, heated marquees, the Wealden Times Midwinter Fair is the biggest and most beautifully curated shopping event of the festive season.
Solomans Estate Winter Shopping Fair
With sparkling Christmas décor, live entertainment, delicious food and drink, and an inspiring mix of independent brands, this Winter Fair is the perfect family day out in Tunbridge Wells this season.
Chequer Mead Winter Fair
Chequer Mead Winter Fair - East Grinstead, West Sussex Saturday 8th Nov 10am-4pm
Artisan Spirit Tasting – Staverton Nursery
Join us at Staverton Nursery for a taster day! The nursery has a wonderful selection of plants, flowers and accessories for your garden, plus a very nice cafe for some lunch and refreshments. We will be showcasing our spirits from 12 noon until 5pm
Cocktail Evening & Tasting – The Crown Inn
Join us at the Crown Inn for a fun evening of cocktails and spirit sampling!
Autumn Show & Horse Trials
Throughout the weekend, there will be a variety of countryside sports, displays, and ‘have-a-go’ activities, all aimed at celebrating the joys of rural life and equestrian pursuits.
The Bentley Wood Fair and Country Show 2025
The Bentley Wood Fair and Country Show 2025
Friday 19th to Sunday 21st September 2025 - 9.30am to 5pm
Edenbridge & Oxted Show
The most spectacular August Bank Holiday day out! A warm welcome from a show that's packed with entertainment to suit the whole family.
Rye Pirates & Smugglers Day
Fellow Pirates! Join us for a fun-filled day, we will have all three of our superb Rums available to try and buy!
THE AGRIA ROYAL INTERNATIONAL HORSE SHOW
We will be offering tastings and the opportunity to purchase our lovely range of Spirits at the Hickstead Agria Royal International Horse Show. Come by and say hello, we are on stand V20 in the Village Green Area.
Food and Drink show Chequer Mead East Grinstead
Join us at Chequer Mead for our first Food and Drink show with lots of local suppliers signed up to bring you the best of local food and drink.
https://www.chequermead.co.uk
Food and Drink Makers Festival
Join us for this charity event at East Sussex National Golf Club featuring local food and drink producers.
FREE ENTRY with a voluntary donation on arrival for The Children’s Respite Trust.
https://eastsussexnational.co.uk/whats-on/
Cowpie Country Show
The Cowpie Country Show is run by The Surrey County Federation of Young Farmers Club to provide a venue for their Outdoor Competitions Day, to raise money to run the Surrey Young Farmers Charity and to provide an exciting day out for all.
South of England Show
6, 7, 8 June 2025
Offering all ages the chance to connect with the countryside and have a great day out, the South of England Show features a non-stop programme of agricultural and equestrian displays, country pursuits, live entertainment, rural crafts and an abundance of food, drink and shopping opportunities.
Ticket link : https://tickets.seas.org.uk/events/1318/south-of-england-show?_gl=1*xfihnu*_up*MQ..*_ga*MTU4MzM2ODUzMC4xNzQ2MTI5NzIw*_ga_1HDXZZV0TN*MTc0NjEyOTcyMC4xLjAuMTc0NjEyOTcyMC4wLjAuMA..
Wealden Times Mid Summer Fair
There’s no better way to get ready for Summer than a day out with friends at the Midsummer Fair!
The Midsummer Fair will take place from 5th - 7th June with over 220 hand-picked exhibitors. There’s something for everyone with gifts galore, summer fashion, handmade products and so much more.
Enjoy a craft ale or a glass of something bubbly in one of our outdoor bars or if you want something a bit more substantial, sample the delights of one of our many street food vendors. It’s a great day out and the perfect start to summer.
Tickets: https://www.eventbrite.com/cc/wealden-times-midsummer-fair-5th-7th-june-2025-4080023
Mansion Market
The Mansion Markets are predominantly artisan craft markets and take place three times a year, in May, October and December. They offer a pleasant and social occasion to browse the huge variety of stalls, buy handmade and unique presents, eat tasty food, and relish the ambience of Kidbrooke Mansion.
https://www.michaelhall.co.uk/news-and-events/mansion-market
Weald of Kent Country Show 2025
Find us at Stand FH33 - May Bank Holiday! Artisan shopping, delectable food, entertainment, craft demonstrations, children’s rides, and a joyful atmosphere – the ultimate bank holiday family outing!
Ticket Link - https://ticketsales.ichf.co.uk/products/weald-of-kent-country-craft-show-2025
Spring Live
Featuring live and interactive entertainment, a plethora of shopping stalls, a food hall, and mouth-watering artisan treats from independent producers, Spring Live! is a must-attend event of the season.