Calling all Makers! Apply for the leading Craft Fairs in the North.
Great Northern Contemporary Craft Fairs (GNCCF) are nationally renowned as the leading selling events in the North, providing friendly opportunities to exhibit and sell to engaged and discerning audiences. Our fairs are highly regarded for their quality, with exhibitors selected by a panel of craft experts for their exceptional skills, innovative work, designs and presentation.
2025 sees us launch our brand new summer fair:
NEW !! Great Northern Contemporary Craft Fair Newcastle: 20–22 June 2025 !! NEW
Taking place at Northumbria University’s city centre campus, this exciting new addition to the GNCCF portfolio offers makers an opportunity to showcase their work to a fresh audience in this vibrant culture-loving city.
Great Northern Contemporary Craft Fair Manchester: 16–19 October 2025
Now in its 18th year, our flagship fair at the iconic Victoria Baths remains a cornerstone of the UK craft calendar, drawing a loyal audience of buyers and collectors year on year.
GNCCFonline Gift Edition: 29–30 November 2025
An accessible and affordable online pop-up – perfect for makers looking to reach Christmas shoppers seeking unique and beautifully made gifts.
We welcome applications from established designer-makers, emerging talent and recent graduates working to the highest standards across all craft disciplines, including ceramics, glass, jewellery, metal, enamelling, leather, wood, interior textiles, fashion design & accessories, mixed media, stone & sculpture, plastics, basket-making, product design, furniture, lighting, print-making, recycled/upcycled materials and more.
We particularly encourage makers from those groups under-represented in the sector to apply. We accept applications from makers based anywhere in the world whatever their background or professional qualifications.
We offer bursaries for new makers in business 2 years or less & additional support for GNCCF Newcastle applicants from Arts Council England’s Levelling Up for Culture Places (see guidelines).
Deadline for Applications: Midnight 28th February 2025