The 2009 Weald Of Kent Craft Show at Penshurst Place

Weald Of Kent Craft Show

Penshurst Place

Penshurst

This bank holiday weekend, step into the exciting world of traditional and contemporary crafts against the majestic backdrop of one of Kent's most beautiful historic houses.

Up to 250 artist craftsmen will travel from across Britain to Penshurst Place for the 2009 Weald Of Kent Craft Show where they will display and demonstrate the very best in unusual and inspiring crafts in ten large marquee tents.

A brand new feature for the 2009 show will be the Live Cookery Theatre where Andy Gratton, celebrity chef for Marks and Spencer, will cook up a flaming good feast and reveal the secrets of preparing a perfect barbecue.

Other show features will include:

Daily workshops presented by craft experts in decorative ceramics, pencil making, woodturning, papermaking, drawing and painting

The specialist food marquee with local produce including handmade cheeses, preserves, curry sauces, fruit punch, luxury dips, nuts and chocolates

Antiques valuation marquee with experts from TV and radio offering their worldly expertise free of charge

A colourful show garden brimming with vibrant plants and accessories where visitors can dig up inspirational ideas and tips

Interactive demonstrations held by expert craftsmen with traditional craft techniques

As well as these temporary attractions, there is always Penshurst Place itself to enjoy.

So why not visit the Weald Of Kent Craft Show and soak up some of Britain's heritage, find beautiful crafts for the house and garden, and devour the wonderful food and drink on a sublime day out to be enjoyed with family, friends and loved ones.

Saturday May 2 to Monday May 4 from 9.30am to 5.30pm

Tickets: adult £5.80, senior £4.80, under-16 £3 (free with parent)

Buy tickets online at www.ichf.co.uk or phone 01425 277988