Potfest South East – Glynde Place

22, 23 & 24 May 2026

10.00am – 4.30pm daily

Adults £9.00 / Accompanied under 16’s free

GROWING ON THE SUCCESS OF THE LAST THREE YEARS, POTFEST IS PLEASED TO RETURN TO GLYNDE PLACE IN 2026.

Potfest South East – Glynde Place is set in parkland immediately in front of a grand Elizabethan country house on the doorstep of the South Downs. The show is within easy access by road and rail from Brighton, Eastbourne and Lewes.

Over 90 makers have been selected to showcase a wide and diverse range of work that is guaranteed to delight and inspire. Discover functional and decorative ceramics to suit all tastes and budgets and buy direct from the maker.

Live pottery demonstrations each day along with raku firings throughout the weekend.

A gallery of 2026 exhibitors is available here

POTTERS’ COMPETITION

At each of the Potfest shows, the potters are invited to enter a piece of their work that responds to a theme.

The theme for our potters’ competition at all of the 2026 Potfest events is –

PENGUIN BOOKS – 100 MUST READ CLASSICS

 

Vote for your favourite on the day for a chance to win a free entry to all of the Potfest events for life with a Potfest Passport.

FAQs

Tickets

Potfest admission tickets will also be available to buy at the gate each day.

Getting there

If you’re arriving by car, parking is free at the venue.

Glynde Place, Nr. Lewes, BN8 6SX

By train, there is a free shuttle bus from Glynde Station.

Trade Stands

Trade stands present at the showily be announced in the New Year

Food and drink

Why not make the day of it with hot food and drinks available throughout the day!

Payment

Please be aware that a number of the exhibitors may be unable to process credit and debit card transactions so we would recommend bringing cash and/or a cheque book as an alternative.

Access

While we will do everything that we can to facilitate ease of access, this event is held outside, on ground that is often uneven and on a grass surface that may make movement difficult. If you have any concerns or queries please contact us and we will endeavour to clarify any questions you may have.

Dogs

Guide dogs and other well-behaved dogs on leads are welcome.

To view the potters exhibiting in 2026 click here

Glynde Place, Nr. Lewes, BN8 6SX