Food & Crafts Markets

A Socially distanced day out in the Countryside

Whether you are after cider, cake, ice cream, homeware or even soap – Turnpike Showground is here to help you.

Join us at Turnpike Showground on Sunday 30th August and enjoy fantastic local products in the great outdoors – Food & Drink, Artisan Crafts, local businesses, picnic area & hot foods to consume onsite or take home.

Following the success of our first Food & Crafts Market, the next will be held on:

Sunday 30^th August, 10:00 – 16:00

The only charge is Car Parking which is £3 in advance or £5 on the day, advance Car Parking can be purchased below. To assist us in the maintenance of the Showground and Covid-19 precautions we have to charge this small amount.

Save £’s and book your Car Parking Pass today:

To get a flavour of the Food & Crafts Market, take a look at our first Market map below:

Meet the Traders below:

Food & Drink

Taste of the Wild – Hot pulled venison haunch also venison bbq packs to take home.

Real Cure, The – Selection of cured meats from Shaftesbury.

Purbeck Ice Cream – Award winning real dairy ice creams(v) and real fruit sorbets (vegan), made on our farm in Dorset with love. Gluten, nut and egg free.

Fruit Bodhi Organics – Oyster Mushrooms – fresh, dried, seasoning and grow kits.

Hazy Herb Co, The – Wide variety of herbs & plants in 1 litre, biodegradable pots.

Gritchie Brewing Co – A selection of our draught & bottled beer.

Glastonbury Cheese – Artisan West Country Cheese.

Dorset Coffee / Festival Coffee Co – Speciality coffees, roasted by ourselves. Expresso, latte’s, tea, cappuccinos, ice coffees, smoothies.

Proper by SCT – Proper pork crackling keto & allergen free.

Bridge Farm Cider– Traditional cider and perry, also single variety apple juice.

Ye Olde Sausage Roll Company – Vegan, Vegetarian, gluten free & meat flavours.

Dark Desire Brownies – The chewiest chocolate fudge brownies.

Arctic Cow – Fresh hand rolled artisan ice cream rolls.

Mr Roast Potatoes Big Pan Catering – Classic British Foods: Chicken & Beef Burgers /Roast Dinners.

Lists are updated as bookings are received…

Crafts

Artisan Metal Designs – Decorative Metal work for home and garden.

Beewrap UK – Zero waste food wraps & make your own kits.

C. Wigfield Photography – Greetings cards of countryside, fieldsports, gardens & equestrian.

Charlotte England Art – Fun and whimsical work, illustrated greeting cards and new 2020 product range.

Cursus Crafts – Bespoke handmade wooden crafts.
Sharan James Stained Glass – Decorative stained glass made with modern, vintage and antique glass.
Grenville Allen Fine Artist – Paintings and prints: cats, hedgehogs, chickens, floral, landscapes, poppies, cottages.
Lucy Shapland Art – Wildlife and local countryside greeting cards and fine art prints.
Pamela Shellard Ceramics – Handmade pottery and enamel on copper jewellery.

Simply Ewe – Handcrafted Ewe’s Milk Artisan Soap, Moisturising Bars & Accessories.

Lists are updated as bookings are received…

FAQ

How do I Trade at the Market?

Turnpike Showground & Gillingham & Shaftesbury Show want to give back to the community and those businesses that have lost out due to COVID-19, for that reason we welcome local stands for as little as £20.

We are now accepting enquiries for the August Market. To apply please e-mail: james@gillinghamandshaftesburyshow.co.uk

Are there any hot foods for immediate consumption?

There will be hot foods to take home or alternatively enjoy on the Showground. Turnpike Showground is large enough to find a nice spot away from the Market to sit and relax.

Following feedback after the July Market we will be increasing the number of onsite hot food options.

Can we bring a picnic?

You are welcome to bring a picnic to eat after browsing the stands. Turnpike Showground is large enough to find a spot away from the Market. Please do take all rubbish home with you or use the onsite bins provided.

Are dogs allowed?

We ask if you bring a dog that they are kept on a short lead, and kept under control and away from all Food stands.

What precautions have you taken against COVID-19?

The Showground will take all precautions advised at the time of the Market. This includes providing Hand Sanitiser stations in numerous areas of the Market along with spraying markings on the grass to advise on social distancing. Trade Stands will also take the required precautions to keep Market visitor’s safe, the Showground will provide Traders with hand washing stations along with routinely cleaned toilets. The Showground is of significant size to allow viable space between stands and visitors making social distancing easier compared to inside venues.

While the Showground cannot be held responsible we will do our very best to keep visitors safe. You attend the Market at your own risk.

Can I ride a bike to the Showground?

Yes, you can ride your bike to the Showground and lock it to fencing onsite. There is no charge for bikes.

Will Traders accept card?

The majority of Traders will accept card. However, we advise you bring some cash just encase.

Due to being on the Showground we cannot always guarantee perfect mobile signals for the card machines to work.

Will it be cancelled if there is bad weather forecasted?

If very bad weather is forecasted it maybe that the organisers decide to cancel, if that is the case we will inform car parking pass holders via e-mail by 8am on the morning of the Market.

If the Market is cancelled all passes will be refunded.