HOMES & ANTIQUES Must visits
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FOCUS ON THE PAST
The shop is a small antiques centre on two !oors near the Suspension Bridge – 14 dealers buying and selling a wide variety of antiques, furniture and collectables from classic to quirky, traditional to kitsch – something for every pocket and taste. Open every day. 25 Waterloo St, Cli"on Village, Bristol, BS8 4BT. focusonali@btinternet.com focusonthepast.org // 0117 9738 080
PB’S ANTIQUES AND COLLECTORS’ FAIR IN ST. PAUL’S CHURCH, BEDFORD
Alongside centuries-old stone columns and stained-glass windows, you’ll #nd our antiques and collectors’ stalls feature a variety of treasures, including jewellery, coins, Waterford Crystal, linens, old toys, books, po$ery, china, gold, silver, treen, pictures, curios and much more. paulabfair.wixsite.com/pbsant // 07843 174615
THE MAYFAIR ANTIQUES & FINE ART FAIR
The annual Mayfair Antiques & Fine Art Fair takes place for the eighth year at the #ve-star London Marrio$ Hotel Grosvenor Square from Thursday 9 to Sunday 12 January 2020. Some 40 exhibitors are selling an extraordinary variety of art and design, covering many centuries right up to the present day. Register now for a complimentary ticket and occasional news updates.
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THE OLD PILL FACTORY LTD
We have a wealth of original vintage fabrics for you to choose from. We’re certain that you’ll #nd the right fabric to set just the right mood. Try se$ing o% a light powder blue with a red !oral. Or, lighten up the kitchen by choosing a simple, bright colored print for your favourite chair ! The !oral theme is always both !a$ering and timeless. We are con#dent that you’ll be able to #nd a fabric that truly speaks to you. theoldpillfactory.com // 01993 701 013
NEWARK INTERNATIONAL ANTIQUES & COLLECTORS FAIR
This is the largest event of its kind in Europe. Held at the 84-acre Newark and No!inghamshire Showground, up to 2,500 stands a!ract thousands of dealers and buyers from around the globe. Choice of product isn’t an issue – there is possibly every item you can imagine! Dates for 2020: 30th & 31st Jan; 2nd & 3rd Apr; 4th & 5th June; 13th & 14th Aug; 8th & 9th Oct; 3rd & 4th Dec.
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PETERBOROUGH FESTIVAL OF ANTIQUES
This incredibly popular fair is a genuine must-visit event for all antique and vintage enthusiasts. Held twice a year inside and out at the East of England Showground, there is something for everyone. With around 1,700 stalls selling everything from antique and vintage items to "ne art and period reclamation, you are bound to "nd something you’ll love – whatever your style, taste or budget.
Dates for 2020: 10th & 11th Apr; 2nd & 3rd Oct
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ARDINGLY INTERNATIONAL ANTIQUES & COLLECTORS FAIR
Local, national and international dealers and buyers regularly a!end this cosmopolitan event, the largest iacf event in the south of England. Up to 1,700 stalls, housing thousands of goods, it has a reputation as the best UK antiques fair to "nd quality European decorative items. Dates for 2020: 14th & 15th Jan; 3rd & 4th Mar; 21st & 22nd Apr; 23rd & 24th Jun; 21st & 22nd Jul; 8th & 9th Sept; 3rd & 4th Nov.
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ALEXANDRA PALACE ANTIQUES FAIR
This event regularly a!racts more than 300 quality antiques dealers from around the UK. The striking se!ing makes this a perfect hunting ground for beautiful collectors’ pieces, jewellery, furniture and much more. Public transport and free parking mean there is easy access to the fair, and there is also a whole section dedicated to genuine vintage clothing and jewellery, and stylish retro homewares.
Dates for 2020: 2nd Feb; 3rd May; 6th Sept; 1st Nov
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