Friday 25th to Sunday 27th July 2025
This July the Sussex Guild will exhibit and demonstrate crafts at Michelham Priory for the 58th consecutive year. Founded by a small group of crafts people with the ethos: “to be a community of mutually supporting, individual crafts people,” the Guild organised its first craft show at Michelham in the summer of 1968.
A Grade I listed Tudor house, Michelham Priory is surrounded by England’s largest water-filled medieval moat. Combine a visit to the past with talking to the Guild’s contemporary craft makers, from whom you may buy directly or commission bespoke items.
A wide range of contemporary crafts will be displayed in marquees on the lawns as well as in the Elizabethan barn. You’ll find ceramics, textiles, jewellery, leatherwork, stone carving, pewter, wood, glass, furniture and printmaking.
Some designers will be demonstrating their skills, so you’ll see jewellery making, woodturning, embroidery and quilting, together with several potters showing different techniques.
Extensive grounds and gardens to explore, free parking, a licensed café, areas for children’s play and picnics, make an ideal day out.
Countdown to Michelham Priory contemporary craft show
“We are delighted to welcome the Sussex Guild Show once again. At Sussex Past, we are committed to working with the very best local artists & designers. This event invites all our visitors to explore high quality & innovative design displayed within the beautiful setting of Michelham Priory”.
Greg Talbot, General Manager, Sussex Past
Details
Opening times: 10am – 5pm
Admission: Special Price Admission to Craft Show, House & Gardens
Adult: £10
Child: £5
Free admission for Sussex Archaeological Society members, National Art Pass holders and Friends of Michelham.
Parking: Free
Dogs: Will only be allowed with a short lead, and not in the marquee or barn.
Venue: Michelham Priory & Gardens, Upper Dicker, Near Hailsham BN27 3QS
Website: Michelham Priory
Telephone: 01323 844224.
