Farnham Craft Town

Farnham Craft Town Farnham, the first region in England to be awarded World Craft City status. The craft town project aims to build on the town’s creative past.

Farnham’s rich heritage of craft dating back to the 16th century has earned the town the honour of being able to refer to itself as England’s craft town. Farnham has several highly acclaimed art and craft venues in Farnham including the Crafts Study Centre, the University of Creative Arts, the Farnham Maltings and New Ashgate Gallery to name just a few. The project aims to attract an increased num

ber of visitors to the town who wish to take part in one of the many craft courses or activities on offer throughout the year. Each year October the town hosts a range of craft led events and activities giving people the opportunity to learn a new craft or improve existing skills. Farnham’s craft roots date back to a time when the town exported white clay to the Romans. In the 16th century, local potteries were major suppliers of pottery to London and in Victorian times, Farnham was renowned for its distinctive Greenware pottery. Farnham Pottery is one of the best preserved examples of a working Victorian country pottery in England. The establishment of The Farnham School of Art and Science in 1880 strongly promoted education in craft subjects as part of its curriculum, and a powerful reputation was developed that has lasted throughout the 20th century and to the present day. The University for the Creative Arts is the successor institution to the art school and offers a varied range of arts’ courses. The Farnham Maltings is of great cultural importance to the town. A year round programme of exhibitions includes everything from textiles to sugarcraft. Craft across the centuries can be seen and researched in Farnham. Visitors can find out more about Farnham Greenware at the Museum of Farnham or view the unrivalled collections at the Crafts Study Centre. The New Ashgate Gallery offers a diverse range of craft work for sale and offers free craft and professional development workshops for the community and makers.

Introducing Craft Your Year, a series of free, drop-in craft events delivered by New Ashgate Gallery and taking place at...
17/06/2026

Introducing Craft Your Year, a series of free, drop-in craft events delivered by New Ashgate Gallery and taking place at Farnhams many events and festivals throughout the year.

In partnership with Farnham Town Council supported by South Street Trust

👇save this post as a reminder and we’ll see you there!

Keep an eye out for the Farnham Craft Town tent popping up at public events and festivals all across townWhether you’ve ...
06/06/2026

Keep an eye out for the Farnham Craft Town tent popping up at public events and festivals all across town

Whether you’ve always wanted to try your hand at a new craft or just want to get stuck into something creative, has put together an incredible free programme for everyone to enjoy.

In partnership with and South Street Trust

03/06/2026

Exploring the endangered craft of Marionette-making with artist and the artists of the network.

Led by as part of their Surrey Craft Legacies program, celebrating traditional and endangered craft skills. Funded by the Community Foundation for Surrey, made possible by The National Lottery Heritage Fund, and developed with the involvement of Farnham Assist, Farnham Library, Hale Community Centre and DAiSY

📍Surrey Craft Legacies:Heritage and Endangered Skills, Living Traditions, New Ashgate Gallery, 4 July - 5 Sept

Applications for Farnham October Craft Month 2026 are OPEN! ✨This year we are celebrating the incredible 30th Anniversar...
01/06/2026

Applications for Farnham October Craft Month 2026 are OPEN!

✨This year we are celebrating the incredible 30th Anniversary of the Farnham Maltings Festival of Crafts!

✨During this landmark anniversary weekend, we are expecting an influx of craft enthusiasts, buyers, and collectors from all over the UK.

✨This is your opportunity to show off your craft by hosting your own open studio, workshop, talk, or exhibition over the same weekend of 10 & 11 October

✨Head to and click the link in bio to fill out the Jotform and be a part of our community

✨ Please share this post to spread the word. We want to open the town up to as many makers as possible

👉 Applications close July 15th 2026

11/05/2026

It’s that time of year again

We’re getting busy with Craft Month plans for October 2026 and it’s time for you to get your creative heads on and join us! Whether you’re hosting an exhibition, workshop, talk or special event, apply now to have it featured in our brochure and on our website.

Applications close 15 July 2026

Jotform linked in bio or get in touch [email protected]

09/05/2026

“I’ve created more work and moved forward artistically more than I could have ever imagined”.

Anne Wolf, our third Artist in Residence discusses her time here in Farnham. Applications for this internationally competitive programme are accepted August/September with the residency taking place in February/March

Many thanks to South Street Trust which has enabled this residency to take place.

Farnham is a town built on creativity, and now it’s your turn to be part of that story. is calling for submissions for ...
07/05/2026

Farnham is a town built on creativity, and now it’s your turn to be part of that story.

is calling for submissions for their upcoming exhibition, ‘Handmade in Farnham’, exploring our local crafting heritage.

Whether it’s a finished piece, a cherished sketchbook, or the tools you use every day the Museum of Farnham wants to see it.

✨ Who can enter? Anyone aged 11+

✨ submit, Ceramics, textiles, woodwork, metalwork and more

✨ Head to ‘Call for Works: Handmade in Farnham’ on our website for full submission guidelines

👋 If you’d like to find out more about the exhibition, visit Handmade in Farnham Open Day on Saturday 09 May at the Museum of Farnham.

Entries are now open until Monday 20 July 2026, 9am.

🔗 Visit website to submit your entry

Free Family Craft Workshop!Learn the Japanese art of Mizuhiki with Nao Fukumoto Tie meaningful knots, make festive decor...
08/12/2025

Free Family Craft Workshop!

Learn the Japanese art of Mizuhiki with Nao Fukumoto
Tie meaningful knots, make festive decorations, and enjoy an hour of mindful making with the kids at this years Christmas Market.

Craft Your Year are free family workshops led by craft practitioners and kindly curated by in partnership with and supported by South Street Trust.

📅 DATE Sun 14 Dec 10am - 3.30pm

🎟️ FREE Drop In, No need to book.

🎄WHERE Farnham Christmas Market

Don’t miss EXTENDED OPENING! Now on today, until Saturday 6 Dec between 10 - 1pm!Make sure you pop in for the last two ...
05/12/2025

Don’t miss EXTENDED OPENING!

Now on today, until Saturday 6 Dec between 10 - 1pm!
Make sure you pop in for the last two days of the Art & Christmas Pop-up at Brightwells.

So many beautiful things to gift your loved ones and yourself with, plus each sale helps Creative Response to support more vulnerable people in our community.

with thanks to who have curated Christmas baubles that are part of the silent auction to raise more money for this fantastic charity.

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