As part of the Hurst Open Studios, Turn & Fire is delighted to present Turn & Fire + Friends, a vibrant celebration of local artists, makers and craftspeople in the beautiful garden of our studio in Hurstpierpoint.

Over two days, visitors will have the opportunity to browse and purchase a diverse range of handmade work, meet the artists behind it, and enjoy live demonstrations showcasing traditional and contemporary craft techniques. Throughout the weekend you can watch artists at work, including basket weaving, crochet, felting and flower arranging, and discover the skill and creativity behind each piece.

We're also pleased to welcome some fantastic local food, drink and entertainment:

• The Hop Tub serving their own locally brewed craft beers from a pop-up bar
• The Sussex Afternoon Tea Company offering delicious homemade cakes and savouries
• Fresh coffee and tea available
• An open mic tent with live music throughout the weekend. Musicians are welcome to join in and entertain us too! If interested, drop us a message at hello@turnandfire.co.uk

Live Demonstrations

Our demonstration area will feature:

• Richard and Jackie from Turn & Fire demonstrating pole-lathe woodturning and raku ceramic firing
• Louis Clark showcasing traditional stone carving techniques
• Leon French demonstrating the art of spoon whittling

Have-a-Go Workshops

Saturday 12 September

Turn Your Own Wooden Pen with Richard

Richard will be running four 30-minute sessions, with two participants per session. You'll have the chance to create and take home your own handcrafted wooden pen.

• £25 per person
• Advance booking available
• Limited spaces may be available on the day

To book, click here

Sunday 13 September

Introduction to Raku with Jackie

Join Jackie for one of two hands-on raku sessions, with up to ten participants per session. Using a pot fresh from the kiln, you'll create unique decorative effects with feathers, horsehair, dried grasses, sugar and string, producing beautiful scorched markings. Once cooled, you'll wax your finished piece and take it home.

• £25 per person
• Advance booking available
• Limited spaces may be available on the day

To book, click here

Meet the Artists & Makers

• Jackie & Richard (Turn & Fire) – Pottery and Woodturning
• Kate Harries – Oil Paintings
• Rachel Wykes – Painter
• Issy White – Jewellery
• Trudi Mitchell (Creative Felts) – Felt Artist
• Emma Howell (The Yarn Owl) – Crochet and Fibre Arts
• Natalie (Bonfire Baskets) – Basket Weaver
• Leila (Rhubarb Flowers) – Floral Design
• The Hop Tub – Locally Brewed Craft Beer
• Sussex Afternoon Teas – Homemade Cakes and Savouries

Event Details

Dates: 12 & 13 September
Time: 11:00am - 5:00pm

Address:
Primrose Cottage
St George's Lane
Hurstpierpoint
West Sussex
BN6 9QU

Parking Information

Please note that there is no parking available on site, as the studio is located at the end of a narrow dead-end lane. Visitors are encouraged to enjoy the short walk from the village via St George's Lane or across the beautiful Hurst Meadows.

If you have any questions about the day, please email hello@turnandfire.co.uk