There is something especially nice about a handmade market once November arrives.
Christmas is beginning to feel close enough to think about, but not quite close enough for panic buying, which makes the Towcester Handmade Fayre a very good place to start looking for thoughtful gifts.
The November fayre takes place on Saturday 7th November 2026 at Towcester Town Hall, bringing together independent makers, artists and small creative businesses for a full day of handmade and artisan shopping.
Event Details
Date: Saturday 7th November 2026
Time: 10am to 4pm
Venue: Towcester Town Hall
Location: Watling Street, Towcester, NN12
Entry: Free
Parking: Free parking available in Towcester
Handmade means handmade
One of the things that sets Towcester Handmade Fayre apart is its emphasis on products made by the people actually standing behind the stalls.
The organisers carefully select their makers, helping to keep the event varied while retaining the handmade character of the market.
Regular stallholders cover an impressive range of crafts, including:
Original artwork and prints
Handcrafted jewellery
Ceramics
Candles and wax melts
Fused glass
Knitted and crocheted gifts
Wood and resin pieces
Greeting cards
Textiles and bags
Skincare and toiletries
Homemade cakes, jams and chutneys
Handmade homeware and gifts
The exact November line-up can vary, which is part of the fun of visiting.
A good time to start Christmas shopping
By early November, finding Christmas presents suddenly starts feeling a little more urgent.
A handmade fayre is a good place to look if you would rather give something with a little more personality than another last-minute gift card.
You can browse at your own pace, talk directly to the makers and often find pieces that are completely unique or produced in very small numbers.
There is also every chance you will spot something you had absolutely no intention of buying for yourself.
Meet independent makers
Towcester Handmade Fayre gives small businesses and creative makers the opportunity to meet customers face to face.
That makes for a very different shopping experience from ordering something online.
You can ask how a piece was made, find out more about the person behind it and often discover other products that you might never have come across otherwise.
It is a simple way to support independent businesses while enjoying a Saturday in Towcester.
Do you need tickets?
No.
The Towcester Handmade Fayre is free to attend and there is no need to book in advance.
Simply pop into Towcester Town Hall between 10am and 4pm.
Discover more local events
There is always something happening across Towcester, Daventry and the surrounding villages.
From handmade markets and craft fairs to Christmas events, live music and community gatherings, we enjoy sharing some of the local dates that are worth knowing about.
Keep an eye on the Campbells community events pages for more local events throughout the year.
