Christmas Arrives Early on the outskirts of Bury St. Edmunds

Suffolk’s Christmas spirit is awakened every year in November as many thousands of people flock, from far and wide, to the beautiful Blackthorpe Barn in Rougham.

Every year Blackthorpe Barn, a venue for cultural and music events during the less wintry months, transforms itself into a spectacular Christmas crafts experience.

With a vast array of exhibitors expected, many of them will change from weekend to weekend; the beauty of this event is that each and every craft represented is 100% British and created by the exhibitors themselves. With pure creativity and quality oozing from every item; visitors are guaranteed to see something completely unique.  All the work shown at the Barn is vetted by a specially appointed selection committee. This year craft lovers can enjoy delights of paper clay and earthenware inspired by rock formations, jewellery and wall pieces knitted with gold, silver and copper wire, knitwear and clothing, sculpture, a wide range of ceramics, handbags, cheese and ale and much more. Crafts co-organiser, Katie Millard said, “This is an exciting event that will touch everyone with the pure talent, uniqueness and craftsmanship on display, all under one roof.”

In addition to the amazing crafts, there is a gorgeous decorations and lighting shop with bundles of enchanting items covering different many different themes, plus for the first time visitors will be able to see a truly magnificent centrepiece; a 200 year old, full-size perfectly crafted sleigh discovered abandoned in a Swedish farmyard.

Whilst visiting, many people cannot resist the temptation to buy a famous Rougham Estate Christmas Tree. Being situated in the heart of Rougham Estate, the Barn offers the perfect venue to allow visitors to see the trees in their full splendour before buying them. 

Owner of Blackthorpe Barn, George Agnew adds, “We really look forward to opening the barn for Christmas every year and this year is going to be so special.  Our beautiful Swedish sleigh will form the centre piece for the event and perfectly represents our entire theme; craftsmanship, quality, design, creativity and a wow factor… With the crafts, lighting, decorations and Christmas trees to see, it often turns into a family day out, with lunch in our café and perhaps an award winning beer in Bar Humbug.  Whether people are treating themselves or buying gifts for family and friends, there is certainly something for everyone.”

Blackthorpe Barn is situated in the heart of Suffolk just outside Bury St. Edmunds, it couldn’t be easier to find; just off the A14 at junction 45 (Sat Nav IP30 9JG).

For more information see www.blackthorpebarn.com or call 01359 270238.

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