Potfest Selected Shows 2027

Various dates April – Aug 2027

Our middle tier shows

Potfest South East – Glynde Place, Potfest Scotland – Scone Palace, Potfest Suffolk – Haughley Park, and now a new show Potfest Oxfordshire- Stonor Park, are all selected events but are curated to showcase a wide and diverse range of work to suit all budgets and tastes. These shows should also be considered a stepping stone for those wanting to progress into taking part in our flagship events.

Flagship Events

The top tier, or flagship Potfest events, are Potfest in the Park – Hutton-in-the-Forest and Potfest by the Lake – Compton Verney. We have a new venue joining us for 2027 in this tier of events; Potfest Surrey – West Horsley Place. These events showcase the very best in ceramics and are now some of the most prestigious ceramics events in Europe.

All selected shows will open on Friday and run through until the Sunday with set up being on the Thursday. There is one exception to this- our new venue at Potfest Oxfordshir Stonor Park will run from Saturday 28th May – Monday 30th May with set up taking place on Friday 27th May.

These events are selected and will be curated to showcase a wide and diverse range of work that I hope will appeal to all tastes and budgets.

The Potfest selected shows will showcase work from the cover of a number of large marquees. Exhibitors are allocated spaces back to back down the centre of a series of open-sided marquees to maximise light and take advantage of the beautiful surroundings and of various venues across the UK.

Exhibiting spaces at all the selected shows will be around 90. There will be the usual Potfest competition, potters’ social event on Friday evening (except Potfest Oxfordshire- Stonor Park which will be on the Saturday), camping will available on site and may be booked in Spring this usually costs in the region of £35 for the three days, further information to follow.

Deadline for applications 20th December 2026 with notifications being sent out early in the New Year

Click here for further information on stand types and styles

2027 Selected Shows

  • Setting up day Thursday (no setting up Friday morning) for all shows except Potfest Oxfordshire when set up day is Friday
  • Open to the public Friday, Saturday & Sunday except Potfest Oxfordshire open Saturday, Sunday and Monday
  • 10am until 4.30pm each day

Deadline for receipt of applications is 20th December, with selection taking place soon after. Successful applicants will be notified early in the New Year.

Upon completing this form we will email you to acknowledge safe receipt of your application.

Applications must be accompanied by 6-8 images of your work,  ideally including a profile picture of you, either at work or exhibiting.

Image 1 should be the picture you’d like to be your thumbnail on the website. This image should be in landscape with an aspect ratio of 4:3 (take a look at the website to get the idea). The image should be a good representation of your work, with a clear background and of a high enough resolution (minimum 150dpi) to be clear when displayed (large) on the site. Quality images will be considered for use in show publicity material.

If you have exhibited before please send new images as were will be updating the website in 2027.

Potters’ Competition

The competitions have become a very important part of the shows and a favourite with the public. It’s hoped that all exhibitors will take part although it’s not compulsory. (Title to be decided early in the New Year). As well as potters’ prizes, we award a free space to our chosen winner for the following year.

Pot swap

On first evening after the show we have wine and nibbles. At this time, it’s become a bit of a tradition to have a drinking vessel swap between the potters though no one should feel that they have to take part, it’s just a bit of fun. During the day the public will have been voting for their favourite piece in the competition on the lawns but this is when the exhibitors make their choice.

Potters’ Dinner/Social

After the Pot Swap, for those who want to join us, we have a meal together, give out prizes and spend the rest of the evening enjoying each other’s company.

Accommodation

There is rough and ready camping for exhibitors on site with toilets and shower facilities, this is usually £35 (to be confirmed in Spring). There are of course plenty of local B&B’s and often “chain” hotels in the area.

Application form for ALL selected shows 2027

How you will appear on the website and within the show program.
This will form the text on your profile page on the Potfest website. Take a look at other profile there if your require inspiration.
Would you be prepared to demonstrate at this event, taking one of the x8 45-60 minute slots in the Demo Tent? Please give a brief description of your proposed demonstration. Those that are selected to demonstrate will receive a £100 reimbursement at the show.
This will be the one link from your profile page on the Potfest website. Think about where you'd like to send people who are interested in your work.
Please see below for stand options.
Please see below for stand options.

Please take a look at this document outling the different stand types before selecting your preference below: Potfest Stand Types 2027

Put these options in order, with your most preferred at the top.
  1. A Corner Stand – Narrow Marquee (12’ x 8’6”) - £520+vat (£624)
  2. B Middle Stand – Narrow Marquee (12’ x 8’6”) - £495+vat (£594)
  3. C Corner Stand – Large Marquee (12’ x 9’) - £520+vat (£624)
  4. D Middle Stand – Large marquee (12’ x 9’) - £495+vat (£594)
  5. E End of Tent Stand – Large Marque (13’ x 9’) - £540+vat (£648)
  6. G End of Aisle Stand - Large Marquee (18’ x 8’) - £565+vat (£678)
  7. TRADE Individual Tent £650+ vat (£780)
Put these options in order, with your most preferred at the top.
  1. A Corner Stand – Narrow Marquee (12’ x 8’6”) - £580+vat (£696)
  2. B Middle Stand – Narrow Marquee (12’ x 8’6”) - £555+vat (£666)
  3. C Corner Stand – Large Marquee (12’ x 9’) - £580+vat (£696)
  4. D Middle Stand – Large marquee (12’ x 9’) - £555+vat (£666)
  5. E End of Tent Stand – Large Marque (13’ x 9’) - £620+vat (£744)
  6. G End of Aisle Stand - Large Marquee (18’ x 8’) - £660+vat (£792)
  7. TRADE Individual Tent £750+vat (£900)
Drag & Drop Files, Choose Files to Upload You can upload up to 8 files.
All image on the website will be replaced this year. Please submit up to 8 images. These will be used on your profile should you be successful
Landscape images with aspect ratio 4:3. File size limit 3MB. Accepted file types: JPG (Jpeg), PNG Please include a profile picture
If you’re struggling to attach files to this email simply email your images to potfest@gmail.com

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