The May market gives a platform to spring fruit and vegetables as we emerge from “The Hungry Gap”. Always a joy to welcome asparagus back into our kitchens. Pair it perfectly with hollandaise made with butter and milk from Norton’s Dairy.
THE SEED is organising different events aimed at creating community. Come to one of these walks to chat to friends, meet new people, offer advice and provide support to others. Dogs welcome.
This much-loved horticultural event, now celebrating its seventeeth year at Creake Abbey, will return on Saturday 18th May 2024. We look forward to welcoming you to view around 30 specialist plant nurseries where you can buy direct from the plantsmen and women and ask any questions that you may have.
THE SEED is organising different events aimed at creating community. Come to one of these walks to chat to friends, meet new people, offer advice and provide support to others. Dogs welcome.
Join us for our first summer market on 1st June and celebrate new cheese, fresh berries and wonderful vegetables.
This summer, we invite you to the shores of Sicily for the intrigue, wit and wisdom of Much Ado About Nothing - staged in the beautiful setting of Creake Abbey ruins by Moving Parts Theatre Company.
July offers a kaleidoscope of colour from yellow courgettes to purple artichokes. Grab some of the freshest food you will find for miles around at the Creake Abbey Farmers’ Market this July.
Coastal Health & Wellbeing (Wells Community Hospital Trust) is holding its fourth dog show at Creake Abbey to raise funds to support its coastal community in living happier and healthier lives. You can expect dog shows, arts and crafts stalls, doggy trade stands and activities for children. Live music all day.
The August market busts with fresh berries, seasonal vegetables, pies and treats of many kinds! Bring your children for tasting and exploring the best food that Norfolk and beyond has to offer.
The Creake Abbey Summer Gift Fair is the second of three due to be held in 2024. Parking is free but an entry fee of £2 per adult over 16 yrs is levied. Over 80 stands celebrating Norfolk’s creative prowess where you will find artists of all kinds including jewellers, painters, needlecrafters, felters and many producers of fine goods including candles and wax melts, garments, fashion accessories, food and treats for four legged friends.
Fresh apples perfect for pairing with your Sunday roast or for divine pies amongst many other treats to markt the start of autumn.
Delicious, locally smoked salmon from The Staithe Smokehouse together with smoked prawns, fish and pate are amongst the treasures you will find at the October farmers’ market.
Mussels are back in season and it is great to have local fisherman Sarah from Brancaster Bay Shellfish with us. Pick up your fresh mussels for a classic moules marinière or try adding coconut milk and chilli instead of cream and onions for a more Asian take on this classic dish.
The Creake Abbey Christmas Gift Fair is the final such event of three held in 2024. An entry charge of £2 per adult with be levied (16 yrs and under are free). Over 80 stands celebrating Norfolk’s creative prowess where you will find artists of all kinds including jewellers, painters, needlecrafters, felters and many producers of fine goods including candles and wax melts, garments, fashion accessories, food and treats for four legged friends.
Christmas approaches so get ahead with delightful handmade chocolates, pick up your beef, pigs in blankets and pork mince for stuffing. Don’t forget to order your Christmas cake or Christmas pudding for collection or delivery!
Around 40 food stands and some gift stands to see you through the Christmas holiday period. A must for that pre-Christmas weekend when getting plans in order.
Easter hols and warmer weather. Stock up on the best sourdough bread, focaccia and treats amongst a dazzling array of other foods and drinks all lovingly made locally. Don’t miss trying Freckles of Hannah with fresh, vibrant salads and quiche in the East Barn.
The Creake Abbey Spring Gift Fair, the first of three due to be held in 2024, welcomes local artists, makers, producers and creators of all kinds. This fantastic celebration of artistic talent from across Norfolk features 80 stalls with everything from jewellery to antiques and a further 10 stands with food and drink. Free entry, free parking. We are delighted to have Arcadia Home and Living Ltd as sponsor for this event.
Join us for an egg-citing adventure! As part of Norfolk Passport, we are encouraging families to get out and about in Norfolk’s beautiful countryside searching for hidden eggs and there are over £1500 worth of prices up for grabs!
March and it feels like spring might be around the corner! Celebrate with us and all our stall holders as they bring you fresh goodies from land and sea.
February sees the return of Farmers’ Markets at Creake Abbey and is a great time to stock up on winter vegetables, pies and treats after January has passed. Don’t miss our street food stands offering hot and cold food and drinks!
Around 40 food stands and some gift stands to see you through the Christmas holiday period. A must for that pre-Christmas weekend when getting plans in order.
Join us in December to start your Christmas food shopping. Grab a tree, a beautiful wreath and ingredients for your Christmas celebrations - order meat, vegetables, puddings and so much more in advance. We are delighted to welcome a number of new stall holders, many of them chefs who have gone solo. Do review the list and enjoy their talents at the market.
The Creake Abbey Christmas Gift Fair is the final such event of three held in 2023. It takes place on the last weekend in November - free entry, free parking. Over 60 stands celebrating Norfolk’s creative prowess where you will find artists of all kinds including jewellers, painters, needlecrafters, felters and many producers of fine goods including candles and wax melts, garments, fashion accessories, food and treats for four legged friends.
Abraxas Academy Stone Carving Workshop over one or two days for all skill levels.
Join us in November to top up your cupboards and shelves before Christmas and to get ahead with ordering for the festive season.
October’s market brings autumnal flavours to sausage rolls, breads and other baked goods. Don’t miss our line up of over 60 stands with the best food and drink that Norfolk can offer.
Join Hannah of Hannah’s Hounds for our first puppy and young dog grooming seminar at Creake Abbey!
Join us in September for a slower paced shopping event where the beauty of real Norfolk food speaks for itself. Don’t miss fresh mushrooms or freshly picked autumn fruits.
The Creake Abbey Summer Gift Fair is the second of three due to be held in 2023. It takes place on the final weekend in August - free entry, free parking. Over 60 stands celebrating Norfolk’s creative prowess where you will find artists of all kinds including jewellers, painters, needlecrafters, felters and many producers of fine goods including candles and wax melts, garments, fashion accessories, food and treats for four legged friends.
August celebrates farming, farmers, produce, abundance and the prospect of harvest just around the corner…this market has a cracking line up of Norfolk’s best producers with everything from fresh meat to vegan bakes. Incredible local honey to carefully crafted patisserie. Not to be missed!
Coastal Health & Wellbeing (Wells Community Hospital Trust) is holding its third dog show at Creake Abbey to raise funds to support its coastal community in living happier and healthier lives. Entry is £5 per car. You can expect dog shows (9 classes), arts and crafts stalls, doggy trade stands and activities for children. Live music all day.
Join us in July for an abundance of fresh vegetables, salads, treats including homemade doughnuts, fruit in season and so much more.
Fresh fruit of the season! Come and find fresh redcurrants, rhubarb and much more.
This much-loved horticultural event, now celebrating its sixteenth year at Creake Abbey, will return on Saturday 20th May 2023. We look forward to welcoming you to view around 30 specialist plant nurseries where you can buy direct from the plantsmen and women and ask any questions that you may have.
Beeston Hall School, a leading pre-prep and prep school in East Anglia presents “Beeston Artists Unite” - an exhibition of the work of current and past Beestonians which will run from Friday 12th to Thursday 18th May 2023. in the Main Barn at Creake Abbey (closed Monday 15th May).
As part of Beeston Hall School’s 75th Anniversary, 'Beeston Artists Unite' brings together a selection of artwork from Beeston Hall School across the ages. The exhibition will include work from professional artists who attended Beeston, recent leavers now studying A levels and some current Beeston artists. Prepare to find sculptures, print making, painting and a number of installations made by the children of Beeston Hall school!
With our usual May market falling on the day of His Majesty The King’s Coronation we have moved this event to Saturday 29th April. We are sure you will all want to watch the pageantry and not feel you are missing out. Stock up on 29th April with English sparkling wine by Burn Valley Vineyard and fresh fruits from Old Coach House Fruit not to mention sweet treats like these cheery mouse cakes from Hestia Patisserie!
The Creake Abbey Spring Gift Fair, the first of three due to be held in 2023, will welcome local artists, makers, producers and dealers. This fantastic celebration of creative talent from across Norfolk features 68 stalls with everything from jewellery to antiques and a further 10 stands with food and drink.
Enjoy an Easter egg hunt around the beautiful Creake Abbey grounds; find the bunnies and giant eggs, solve the clues and receive a prize at the end!
Easter time! The Easter bunny is sure to swing by and grab some of these handmade chocolates from Emporium Norwich or other treats readily available at the Farmers’ Market this month!
March and it feels like spring might be around the corner! Celebrate with us and all our stall holders as they bring you fresh goodies from land and sea.
February sees the return of Farmers’ Markets at Creake Abbey and is a great time to stock up on winter vegetables, pies and treats after January has passed. Don’t miss our street food stands offering hot and cold food and drinks!
30 food stands and 15 gift stands to see you through the Christmas holiday period. A must for that pre-Christmas weekend when getting plans in order.
Join us in December to start your Christmas food shopping. Grab a tree, a beautiful wreath and ingredients for your Christmas celebrations - order meat, vegetables, puddings and so much more in advance. We are delighted to welcome a number of new stall holders, many of them chefs who have gone solo. Do review the list and enjoy their talents at the market.
The Creake Abbey Christmas Gift Fair is the final event of three held in 2022. It takes place on the last weekend in November - free entry, free parking. Over 60 stands celebrating Norfolk’s creative prowess where you will find artists of all kinds including jewellers, painters, needlecrafters, felters, a gilder and many producers of fine goods including candles and wax melts, garments, fashion accessories, food and treats for four legged friends.
Abraxas Academy Stone Carving Workshop over one or two days for all skill levels.
