Upcoming events in our venues
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Kensington Dollshouse Festival Christmas Show

Venue: Kensington Town Hall

Opening times: Saturday 28 November at 13:00 to 18:00 and Sunday 29 November 2026 at 10:30 to 16:30.

Entrance fee: £5 - £20

Specialist event for Dolls house, miniatures & model lovers.  

We have top artisans attending the show from all over the world.  

Everything you could possibly need in a smaller scale.  

SHOP SMALL!

For more information and tickets: https://www.dollshouseshowcase.com 

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Handmade Chelsea - The Contemporary Craft & Design Fair

Venue: Chelsea Old Town Hall, Kings Road, London

Opening times: Thursday 12 November 2026 to Saturday 14 November 2026 (11am to 6pm)

Entrance fee: £7 onwards

Handmade Chelsea Returns for Its 19th Year, Celebrating Contemporary Craft and Design

Handmade Chelsea returns to the iconic Chelsea Old Town Hall from 12–14 November 2026 bringing together over 120 carefully selected designer-makers for a celebration of contemporary craft and design.

Organised by Handmade in Britain, a platform dedicated to support British design-makers, Handmade Chelsea is one of the UK’s longest-running craft fairs and offers visitors the opportunity to discover beautifully handmade pieces across jewellery, fashion, ceramics, furniture, textiles, wood and homeware. Meet the makers behind the work, explore unique collections, commission bespoke pieces and find meaningful gifts ahead of the festive season.

With a carefully curated selection of established names and exciting new exhibitors, Handmade Chelsea is the perfect destination for those looking for originality, craftsmanship and objects designed to be treasured.

For more information and tickets : https://www.handmadeinbritain.co.uk/handmade-chelsea-the-contemporary-craft-and-design-fair/

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Women in Art Biennale London

Venue: Chelsea Old Town Hall, Main Hall

Opening times: 

  • 20 August 4pm to 8pm
  • 21 August 11am to 8pm: opening reception and meet the artists, 6pm to 8pm: performance of classical music by a band from the Royal Academy of Music
  • 22 August, 11am to 7pm. 5pm to 7pm: performance of jazz music by a band from the Royal Academy of Music
  • 23 August, 11am to 5pm

Entrance fee: free entry

The Women in Art London Biennale 2026 is an international exhibition dedicated to showcasing outstanding contemporary art created by women from around the world. Bringing together established and emerging artists, the Biennale offers visitors an opportunity to experience a rich variety of artistic practices, cultures, and creative perspectives in one of London's most distinguished exhibition venues. 

Presented by Artio Gallery, the exhibition highlights carefully selected artists working across painting, sculpture, photography, mixed media, textile art, ceramics, and digital media. Each artwork contributes to a dialogue that reflects the diversity, originality, and strength of contemporary artistic expression. 

Beyond the exhibition itself, the Biennale creates opportunities for artists to connect with collectors, curators, gallery owners, designers, and art enthusiasts through a dynamic programme of events, networking, artist talks, and award presentations. It is designed to encourage meaningful professional relationships while providing visitors with direct access to the artists and their work.

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