Great Northern Contemporary Craft Fair

The Great Northern Contemporary Craft Fair (GNCCF) returns to Manchester's magnificent Victoria Baths from 15–18 October 2026 for its 19th edition.

As the North's largest contemporary craft fair and one of the UK's leading selling events for contemporary craft, GNCCF brings together more than 200 specially selected makers from across the UK, including many Scotland-based makers.

Every exhibitor is chosen by an independent panel of craft professionals, creating an exceptional showcase of contemporary ceramics, jewellery, textiles, furniture, glass, wood, metal, printmaking and sculpture.

Set within the spectacular Grade II* listed Victoria Baths, the fair offers visitors the opportunity to discover and buy outstanding work directly from the makers, while meeting the artists behind the work and gaining an insight into their creative practice.

Alongside established names, GNCCF actively champions emerging talent through bursaries, graduate opportunities and partnerships with leading craft organisations, making it an important platform for contemporary makers and one of the highlights of the UK's craft calendar.