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Visit us during 2008
at the following shows
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Black Forge Art exhibit at a limited number of prestigious venues during the summer months including the Chelsea Flower Show and the Hampton Court Flower Show.
We warmly welcome new customers onto our display where we find the ability to talk 'face to face' about future projects of great mutual benefit.
We also look forward to meeting old customers, many of whom, have become friends over the years. Please feel free to contact us more more details and we'll see you there ...
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| 3rd - 5th May |
Weald of Kent Craft Show (ICHF Craft Show)
Penshurst Place, Nr Tonbridge, Kent. |
| 8th - 11th May |
Living Crafts
Hatfield House, Hertfordshire
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| 20th - 24th May |
RHS Chelsea Flower Show
Royal Hospital Chelsea, London SW3. |
| 19th - 22nd June |
Royal Highland Show
Royal Highland Centre, Ingliston, Edinburgh |
| 8th - 13th July |
RHS Hampton Court Flower Show
Hampton Court Palace, East Molesey. |
| 25th - 27th July |
CLA Game Fair
Blenheim Palace, Woodstock, Oxfordshire. |
| 22nd - 25th August |
Chilterns Craft Show
Stonor Park, Henley-on-Thames |
| 4th - 7th Sept |
Burghley Horse Trials
Stamford, Lincolnshire
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| 5th - 7th Sept |
Weald of Kent Craft Show (ICHF Craft Show)
Penshurst Place, Nr Tonbridge, Kent. |
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Weald of Kent Craft Show - 3rd to 5th May & 5th to 7th September |
Enter this magical world of traditional and contemporary crafts, displayed and
demonstrated by over 250 individual makers and artist craftsmen. These
specialist artisans travel from all over Britain to bring you the very best in
unusual and inspiring crafts. The craft and design on show has been made in the
time honoured way with individual care and attention to detail.
The show is held in ten large marquees each one boasting thousands of products to choose from, as well as demonstrations for both young and old alike. In fact, a wonderfully relaxing, yet exciting atmosphere in which all the family can enjoy a captivating day out together.
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Living Crafts Show- 8th to 11th May |

www.livingcrafts.co.uk |
Living Crafts, is the largest event of its kind in Europe. The Show has earned a justifiable reputation for promoting craftwork of outstanding quality and for keeping this country's craft heritage alive. Literally hundreds of the country's top designers and craftspeople have been selected to exhibit their work and demonstrate their skills, with the parkland being transformed into a working showcase for the very best of British crafts.
The range of work represented is enormous, from rural and traditional skills such as basketry and weaving, to the contemporary, including ceramics, designer jewellery and studio glass. There will be many new displays, spectacular demonstrations, and opportunities to 'have-a-go' at some of the crafts.
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RHS Chelsea Flower Show - 20th to 24th May |
Every year, for five days during May, the grounds of the Royal Hospital in Chelsea are transformed into a plant paradise with thousands of glorious blooms, a selection of spectacular show gardens and the finest examples of horticultural excellence in the world.
The RHS Chelsea Flower Show is the catwalk of the gardening world; it sets the latest trends, attracts worldwide media attention and, as plant breeders’ favourite place to unveil new plants, provides the first glimpses of the newest horticultural specimens.
The annual event acts as a showcase for the world’s most talented garden designers and show gardens at Chelsea are always special. Top designers from around the world apply to create gardens at the show and only the very best designs are selected.
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Royal Highland Show - 19th to 22nd June |
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The Royal Highland Show is unquestionably one of the UK 's premier agricultural shows.
The Show, supported by major sponsor The Royal Bank of Scotland, is run by The Royal Highland and Agricultural Society of Scotland which was founded in 1784 to promote the regeneration of rural Scotland . Occupying a three hundred acre site right next to Edinburgh Airport on the western fringe of Scotland's Capital City, the event is an annual 'must' for 150,000 people who attend the Show over its four day run in June.
The Show doesn't just feature the animal and craft competitions that have made its name over the years. Visitors are able to taste fine food and drink from across the country - and beyond - and talk to the people who produce it. Quality crafts are also a major part of the 4 day show. Exhibitors can compete for prizes in traditional skills and the Craft Village is crowded with artisans all eager to promote and sell their goods to visitors. |
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RHS Hampton Court Flower Show - 8th to 13th July |
For one week in July the majestic Hampton Court Palace provides the perfect backdrop for the world’s largest annual flower show which illustrates the best in horticulture during high summer.
Around 50 gardens showcase established garden designers and new talent, and an array of looks from traditional to contemporary. Visitors can buy plants - new varieties and old favourites - from more than 100 of the UK’s top nurseries and growers, and the finest gardening gifts and accessories from hundreds of stalls.
Floral art, fruit and vegetables, plant heritage and floristry are also on show, alongside the unique water gardens and the world’s largest annual gathering of roses in full bloom. |
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CLA Game Fair - 25th to 27th July |
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The CLA Game Fair is the ultimate annual event for the country sport enthusiast. In addition to the enormous amount to see and do, The Game Fair offers visitors the opportunity to enjoy the company of thousands of like minded people and soak up the tremendous atmosphere generated by this world renowned countryside event.
Many of the specialist areas such as the shooting, fishing and gundogs are, in their own right, the top exhibitions in the UK featuring all the leading manufacturers and retailers, international championships, competitions, expert tuition, demonstrations, displays and the opportunity for newcomers to find out how to get involved and have that exciting introduction.
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Chilterns Craft Show - 22nd to 25th August |
The Chilterns Craft Show takes place at Stonor Park, Henley-on-Thames.
Housed in ten large marquees, over 250 individual British artists, designers and craftsmen will take part, showcasing work ranging from ceramics, furniture, textiles and fine art to glassware, greetings cards, jewellery and sculpture.
Organised by the UK's leading creative show organiser International Craft & Hobby Fairs (ICHF), the show offers the perfect opportunity to browse among thousands of high quality art and craft products, many of which are unique to the show. With such an appealing collection of beautiful handmade gifts and artwork, visitors are guaranteed of an exclusive opportunity to source special gifts for friends and family.
www.ichf.co.uk/craftsalive/
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Burghley Horse Trials - 4th to 7th September |
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Burghley Park will once again host the internationally renowned Burghley Horse Trials, which boasts some of the best shopping anywhere in the world.
The 140,000 visitors to the Event will be able to peruse over 600 outlets, with everything on offer from real ale to crafted horse weathervanes.
Along with stunning avenues of shops, there will also be the chance to browse through the Burghley Lifestyle Pavilion, The Country Living Pavilion and the Rural Crafts Pavilion, which will include some of the finest and most unusual suppliers; many of whom are so exclusive that they only exhibit at Burghley. Horse enthusiasts are not forgotten, as The Horse Village and World of the Horse combine everything equestrian under one roof, including many experts who will be giving displays and advice.
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