Crafts In The Pen

11/05/2026

We can’t wait for this

02/01/2026

Happy New Year to all of our artists and visitors.

Applications for our 11th event are now open through the website. Applications will close at 5pm on the 30th June.

Pre-booking is essential so get your tickets now! Crafts in the Pen 2021 is taking place on Sat 20 & Sun 21 November at Skipton Auction Mart. Our sprawling festive crafts market will be filled with over 200 high quality craft stalls. There is even a free grotto for any children in your party.

17/11/2025

And that’s a wrap on Crafts in the Pen 2025! 🎉🎄

What an incredible weekend — our 10th birthday event was one to remember! A heartfelt thank you to everyone who made it so special:
💫 Our amazing exhibitors — the artists and makers who filled every pen with creativity, colour and craftsmanship.
💫 The 4652+ visitors who came to shop small, chat with makers and fill the mart with festive cheer. Every purchase helps to keep small creative businesses thriving. ❤️
💫 Our brilliant staff, parking and catering teams for keeping everything running smoothly, and of course everyone at CCM Auctions.
💫 Our entertainment-Olivia Schofield, whose live music brought the perfect sparkle to the weekend and our CITP Elf Elise who kept the grotto running. Oh and a huge thanks to Santa too for taking the time out of his busy schedule

Our three lucky Nintendo Switch 2 winners have had the call, and will be collecting those prizes later in the week.

We’re also proud to have supported some incredible charities this year, including the RSPCA, Guide Dogs and the Yorkshire Air Ambulance — all doing vital work across our region.

From all of us at Crafts in the Pen, thank you for being part of this wonderful community and helping us celebrate ten fantastic years. Here’s to the next one! 🥂

But before that, did you know that our Art in the Pen event turns 20 next year?✨

17/11/2025

We loved having you here as always, and we’re so pleased you raised this amount. Well done to your team. ❤️

16/11/2025

16/11/2025

The last two hours of Crafts in the Pen is here.
We now have enough onsite parking for anyone local that has missed out on tickets

15/11/2025

What an amazing Saturday! 🎉

A huge thank you to the 2,460 adults (plus all the little ones!) who came through the doors for Crafts in the Pen today! The rain faded away and the mart was buzzing with shoppers meeting our incredible artists and makers, to families visiting Santa, to live music filling the air. 🎄✨

Your support means the world to our makers and to everyone who helps bring this event to life. You’ve helped us celebrate our 10th birthday in the best possible way — with creativity, community, and support for small businesses❤️

We’ll be back tomorrow (Sunday 16 Nov) from 10am–4pm, and advanced tickets with on-site parking are all sold out but, check out our website with options if you still want to visit our makers
www.craftsinthepen.org.uk

📍 Skipton Auction Mart, BD23 1UD
🚗 Free on-site parking for advance ticket holders

15/11/2025

ADVANCED TICKETS FOR BOTH SATURDAY & SUNDAY ARE NOW ALL GONE

You’re still very welcome to come and pay on the door, but there is NO-ONSITE PARKING BEFORE 1:30pm for visitors who didn't book tickets in advance. You will be directed to other pay and display car parks if you arrive before this time.

Getting here without on-site parking (before 1:30pm):
• Walk if you’re local, or

• Park at Skipton Building Society’s Bailey Car Park (£3) and hop on our free shuttle coach. This car park is run by the Rotary Club of Skipton. All parking proceeds support local charitable causes. Perfect if you’re visiting Skipton anyway.

• Park at Craven Leisure Centre (pay-and-display) and walk through Craven College—find the Ribblehead building and follow the path round. Please note: this route is not suitable for those with mobility problems.

After 1:30pm:
Limited on-site parking will open. Parking on-site is still not guaranteed and will be managed by our stewards—please follow their directions.

14/11/2025

1 Day Countdown! 🎉
Our 10th Crafts in the Pen is nearly here
Sat 15 & Sun 16 Nov, Skipton Auction Mart, BD23 1UD
Come meet the artists & makers behind beautiful art, ceramics, jewellery, textiles, woodwork, prints, glass, illustrations and more. Shop for gifts you won’t find on the high street.
🎄 Free Santa’s Grotto with gift
🎨 Joined by The Art Shop Skipton
🎤 Live music from Olivia Schofield Vocalist
☕ Two cafes and a hot drinks area
🚗 Free on-site parking for advance ticket holders only
£6 Entry, Free under 16's
Support small. Find something special.

Book now 👉 craftsinthepen.co.uk