
Great Northern Contemporary Craft Fair 2026

Great Northern Contemporary Craft Fair (GNCCF) is the largest and most prestigious craft fair in the North and one of the leading fairs in the UK. Join us in the stunning historic Victoria Baths in Manchester between the 15th and 18th October.
GNCCF brings together 200 of the most talented makers from across the UK, from established artists to new graduate talent, all selected for their excellence by a panel of craft experts. It’s an unrivalled opportunity to browse and buy a wide array of high-quality, one-off handmade pieces including ceramics, jewellery and silver, interior and fashion textiles, glass, basketmaking, prints, wood, furniture & more.
Victoria Baths’ stunning Edwardian tiled swimming pools, balconies, changing cubicles and Turkish baths are used to great effect as the backdrop for the exhibitors’ stands. Visitors will love exploring the venue as much as discovering the wonderful craft on show.
Make a day of it! As well as browsing the craft on sale and meeting the makers, there are maker demos and free drop-in workshops. And when you need a break from shopping, enjoy a delicious snack from our pop-up café.
For further details, a list of exhibitors and information on how to get to the GNCCF: www.greatnorthernevents.co.uk
Opening times
Preview Evening:
Thursday 15 October: 18.00-21.00 ( note GNCCF is NOT open during the day)
Public Openings:
Friday 16 October: 10.00-18.00
Saturday 17 October: 10.00-18.00
Sunday 18 October: 10.00-16.00
Support us.
GNCCF is a not-for-profit organisation and we plough every penny we make back into our fairs, maker development programmes and community outreach.
But ticket sales only go part of the way. We rely on the generosity of people who are passionate about craft.
Support us by pitching in with a donation, large or small.
You’ll have a chance to do this at checkout. You’ll be making a real difference. Thank-you.
