ANTIQUES SHOPPING

Head o to one of these antiques centres or fairs around the UK and enter the world of fascinating antiques and collectables, from vintage kitchenalia to antique jewellery.

The Edenbridge Galleries

This prestigious antiques gallery provides the visitor with a wide selection of fine-quality antiques and fine art from members of the leading trade associations, BADA and LAPADA. A monthly e-newsletter can be subscribed to via their website to keep you up to date with various events they hold throughout the year. 1 The Square, Church Street, Edenbridge, Kent, TN8 5BD The Vintage Look Set in five rooms in the beautiful town of Henley-on-Thames. An antique centre with 20 traders, we source items and update stock on a regular basis. We provide an eclectic mix of items to suit all budgets. And our motto is 'there is something for everyone'. With helpful, friendly and knowledgeable staff we make it a pleasant visit for all. 31-33 Hart Street, Henley on Thames, RG9 2AR, South Oxfordshire

Dorking Halls Antiques Fair

Celebrating its 42nd year, this is one of the longestestablished highly regarded monthly antiques fairs in the South East with a mantra of ‘quality antiques at affordable prices’. A warm and friendly fair, professionally organised, with up to 120 stands within the comforts and conveniences of the Dorking Halls, and amazing antiques appealing to trade & public, of tastes and budgets. Sunday 21st October & Sunday 25th November. Dorking Halls, Reigate Road, Surrey, RH4 1SG.

The Old Flight House

The Old Flight House is a refreshingly different antiques centre. It has a fantastic range, from quality traditional antiques to vintage and retro items and stunning painted furniture, all set out in beautiful light and spacious surroundings. A licensed cafe serves good coffee and freshly prepared lunches with a lovely outside terrace for sunny days. Open Monday to Saturday 10am–5pm, Sunday 11am–5pm. Northampton Road, Weston on the Green, Oxfordshire, OX25 3TJ

Ardingly International Antiques & Collectors Fair

A fantastic midweek fair bursting with choice. From rustic garden goods and homewares to traditional antique furniture and vintage textiles. Not to be missed, this is truly an international event! Tuesday 6th–Wednesday 7th November. South of England Showground, Ardingly, West Sussex, RH17 6TL

Home & Colonial Antiques Store

Five floors of inspirational antique and vintage shopping for you and your home. A delicious breakfast, lunch or afternoon tea in Black Goo Cafe is the perfect way to complement a visit to one of the UK’s most attractive and innovative antique shops. Open seven days a week. 134 High Street, Berkhamsted, Herts, HP4 3AT. Berkhamsted is approximately 45 minutes north of central London and very close to both the M1 (J8) and M25 (J20)

Sandown Antiques

Held at the prestigious Sandown Park Racecourse on the first Tuesday of every month we are pleased to offer the trade and general public another great venue. Featuring inside and outside stalls plus free admission and free parking to all buyers, you’ll find the same great experience as you have come to expect from Sunbury Antiques. Under new management. First Tuesday of every month (apart from November), 7am–1pm, Tues 2nd Oct, Tues 4th Dec. Sandown Park Racecourse, KT10 9AJ. Free Admission and parking

Station Mill

With 80 high quality stockists of antiques, Station Mill is an ideal place to shop. It has a wide variety of antiques, vintage and collectables beautifully displayed over two levels in a large open-plan building. Come along and spend the day browsing – stop for lunch in the coffee shop and pick up something special and unique. Open seven days a week, Monday to Saturday 10am–5pm, Sundays 11am–4pm. Station Road, Chipping Norton, Oxfordshire, OX7 5HX

Hingstons Antiques

Visit nine showrooms of carefully selected quality period furniture in Wilton, Salisbury, Wiltshire, only 5 miles from Stonehenge. Established for over 40 years. Well known for providing great service and supplying lovely items for the home. Hingstons also specialise in antique desks and dining tables, fully restored by their own craftsmen. The Old Bell House, 2 Shaftesbury Road, Wilton, Salisbury, SP2 0DR. If you can't call in to the shop please visit the website

Runway Monday at Newark – Antiques & Collectors Fair

Held between the larger fairs at Newark, the Runway is an excellent opportunity to top-up on all things antique and

vintage. Monday 24th September, Monday 29th October, Monday 19th November. The Runway, adjacent to Newark Air Museum, Newark & Nottinghamshire Showground, NG24 2NY

Sunbury Antiques

Attracting over 700 inside and outside stallholders, appealing not only to those in the antiques trade, but also to collectors, prop buyers and interior designers. Established since 1979, it has gradually evolved into the largest and longest-running twice-monthly market in the country and the team is immensely proud to now be recognised as one of Europe’s premier antiques markets. Second and last Tuesday of every month, 6.30am–2pm, Tuesday 25th September, Tuesday 9th October, Tuesday 30th October, Tuesday 13th November. Kempton Park Racecourse, TW16 5AQ. Free admission and parking

Shepton Mallet Antiques, Vintage & Collectors Fair

Visit this premier West Country antiques event to buy quality in quantity. From delicate glassware to chic leather items and a multitude more besides it’s a buying opportunity you won’t want to miss. It also features a complimentary antiques appraisal service. Friday 14th–Sunday 16th September, Friday 9th–Sunday 11th November. Royal Bath & West Showground, Shepton Mallet, Somerset, BA4 6QN

Hemswell Antiques Centre

Visit the home of Europe’s largest range of antiques and collectables, with approximately 400 dealers in four large buildings. A wide range of stock is always on display, including period furniture, decorative antiques, vintage, retro, clocks, mirrors, books, lighting, linen, silver, glass, jewellery, ceramics, paintings, and leather and sporting goods. Nationwide delivery available. Open seven days a week, 10am–5pm. Caenby Corner Estate, Hemswell Cliff, Gainsborough, Lincolnshire, DN21 5TJ

Antiques & Home Show

Attracting visitors from all four corners of the world, this large-scale show has become an unmissable buying opportunity for collectors, retail buyers, interior designers, set designers, props buyers, landscape architects, restaurateurs and those passionate about creating a stylish living space. Monday 8th & Tuesday 9th October 8am–5pm. Monday 3rd & Tuesday 4th December Monday £15 (includes Tuesday entry), Tuesday £5. Lincolnshire Showground, LN2 2NA