Events
15-16 August 2026
Exhibition of Painting and Wood Turning
Exhibition of painting. Open 10 am - 4.30 pm. David Hunns, from Whatstandwell, Derbyshire, is a contemporary abstract artist known for colourful evocative mixed-media works that explore memory, landscape, and human presence. His practice combines drawing, painting, and layered textures, creating atmospheric compositions that invite reflection and emotional engagement, often rooted in personal exploration of trying to create harmony from chaos. David Nutt has been turning wood for over a decade, creating functional and decorative pieces that are both beautiful and a pleasure to use. His work includes bowls, vases and candlesticks, each one shaped and finished entirely by hand. David is drawn to unusual timbers and distinctive grain patterns, particularly in exotic hardwoods, carefully selecting each piece of wood for its character. Just as important as appearance is how a piece feels in the hand. Every item is sanded to achieve a silky smooth finish, then treated with natural beeswax to enhance and protect the wood.…
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22-23 August 2026
Rachel Purvis and Lorna Cooper
Exhibition of painting and pottery. Open 10 am - 4.30 pm. We are delighted to welcome back Rachel Purvis, who works in stoneware and enjoys making useful objects – mugs, jugs and bowls – and glazing them with an earthy palette. She makes in her home studio in Tideswell in the Peak District. The making process, the throwing and the turning, she finds deeply meditative. Rachel is also lucky enough to be part of a wood-firing community in Blackwell. When wood ash, flames and a reduction firing are combined, the results can be stunning! More info about Lorna Cooper to follow.…
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17-18 October 2026
Sally Ratcliffe Jewellery
Welcome to Sally's world of exquisite, handcrafted jewelry — where artistry meets exclusivity.. Each piece is a reflection of her lifelong passion for design, shaped by the rugged beauty of the Clwydian Hills in North Wales, where Sally's creative journey first began. Sally Ratcliffe's foray into jewelry craftsmanship started over 30 years ago at Canterbury College of Art, where she studied Theatre, Costume, and Design. Today, from her private workshop in Tideswell, Derbyshire, Sally meticulously crafts each limited-edition piece, drawing inspiration from the raw elegance of nature—textures of ancient rocks, the organic forms of the countryside, and the untamed beauty discovered on walks and climbs. Many of Sally's designs are available in strictly limited numbers, ensuring that those who wear them possess something truly rare and exceptional.…
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