Brancepeth Castle Christmas Craft Fair
27th – 29th November 2026

Brancepeth Castle Christmas Craft Fair 2026

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A three-day craft fair at Brancepeth Castle, near Durham, with around 70 unique stalls, delicious home-made hot and cold food and cakes served in the castle cafes, and craft workshops and activities. Brancepeth Castle was where CBBC’s Lady Grace Mysteries was filmed. It was also featured in Channel 4’s Saving Country Houses earlier this year. Crafts include jewellery, textiles, pottery, glassware, leather craft, woodwork, sculpture, skin care, clothing, toys, fine art, photography, household items, up – cycling, gifts and local, luxury foods and ales. Unique and beautiful items you won’t find in the shops, all made by craftspeople on the stalls. All your unique gifts under one roof. *There will also be craft workshops and activities for you to join in! *Medieval reenactment group *Free catalogue of exhibitors. *Free Parking. *Private Castle Chapel and Archives Room open *Wheelchair access *cafes selling delicious food throughout the day See the unique crafts, meet the artists and makers and a have a great trip out to this country castle. All your unique Christmas gifts under one roof. Please book online or pay at the gate on the day. More information: brancepethcastle.uk/activities/craft-fair Event dates Fri 27 Nov to Sunday 29 November Venue address Brancepeth Castle, Brancepeth, County Durham DH7 8DE Event times Opening times: Friday 27/11/26 10:00 am – 5:00 pm Saturday 28/11/26 10:00 am – 5:00 pm Sunday 29/11/26 12:00 noon – 5:00pm Admission: Standard £4.50, Aged 66+ £4 (applies from 11:00 Fri & Sat, 13:00 Sun) First hour premium £5.50, Aged 66+ £5 (applies from 10:00-11.00am Fri & Sat, 12:00 Noon -1pm Sun) Accompanied children under 14 go free.

Event Timings:

Friday 27/11/26 10:00 am – 5:00 pm Saturday 28/11/26 10:00 am – 5:00 pm Sunday 29/11/26 12:00 noon – 5:00pm

Directions:

Brancepeth is a small village about 5 miles south-west of Durham on the A690 about a fifteen minute drive. From the South leave A1(M) at junction 60 or 61. From the North leave A1(M) at junction 62. By public transport: The Arriva 46 (Crook) bus links Brancepeth to Durham City bus station. The Hopper links the bus and rail station.

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