Apply to EXHIBIT at THE SPRING MAKERS FAIR

@ THE BRITISH ENGINEERIUM, HOVE

Apply to exhibit at The British Engineerium for the Spring Makers Fair on Saturday 10th & Sunday 11th May 2025.

Full of history, this venue is the perfect backdrop for a makers fair.

There will be a couple of changes made this year, so please take your time to read through all the information & F.A.Qs set out on this page before applying.

All exhibitors must have Public Liability Insurance - we will be required to see this before the event.

PITCH options & INFO:

inside - 6ft table

  • All inside pitches will come with a 6ft table and one chair as standard. Table measures approx 182×77cm.

    However, if you prefer to use your own or have a bespoke setup that fits within a 6ft space, you can select this pitch without a table.

    If you need a rail space alongside your pitch, please ensure you apply for the option with a rail space. Rails will either be placed alongside your pitch or opposite (on the mezzanine gallery floor). There will not be space to accommodate rails on the day if not already pre-agreed. Rails are not provided - please bring your own (up to 110cm length). Browsers are free but must be listed in your requirements and placed where shown on set up.

    Some tables will be placed against the wall (with a chair to the side), if this does not suit your set up, please express on requirements.

    PRICE: from £76 per day

INSIDE - 4FT TABLE

  • If you only need a small pitch, then the 4ft table option will be ideal. Table measures approximately 120cm x 60cm and has a weight limit of 30kg. For this reason, these tables are NOT suitable for heavy setups/products such as large ceramics.

    There are limited amount of 4ft table pitches.

    Each pitch comes with one chair. We cannot guarantee that there will be more available so if you need an extra chair, please bring it with you.

    Some tables will be placed against the wall (with a chair to the side), if this does not suit your set up, please express on requirements.

    PRICES: from £53 per day

OUTSIDE - 3X3M PITCH

  • In May, we will be utilising the outside space for a marketplace. This will be ideal if you’re looking for a larger trading space or would like to share with another artist or maker.

    It will also provide opportunities for craft demonstrations and workshop areas - please message me if you want more info. This is a great way to teach your craft to others, who have an interest in art & craft. All workshops/demonstrations will be fully advertised on my website and within my marketing on the lead up.

    Size of pitch is up to 3×3m (however bespoke pitches can be quoted upon request).

    Hot food traders also welcome to apply but you must be self sufficient (we will require to see your risk assessments along with any other relevant certificates before the event).

    Gazebos must be removed at the end of each trading day.

    Gazebos, tables & chairs are not provided - cost is for space only.

    PRICE: £70 per day

READY TO APPLY?

If you need more info, please check out the FAQs below but if you’re ready to apply, click the link in this section!

You may notice the way to apply to events has changed. We’re trialling a new booking system that promises to make the whole process quicker & easier!

If you’re new to Eventaly and haven’t registered with them, please check out our blog here. It’ll give you all the info you need to get started but please contact me if you have any issues

Remember, you’ll need to create a free profile with Eventaly. Once completed, please come back to this link to apply!

 FAQs

  • There are a few things we look for when working our way through applications.

    • We like to see your brand identity and if we feel it will align with ours and our visitors to The British Engineerium and the demographics

    • Your social media presence

    • Any past stall set up images can be helpful when deciding if you’re a good fit

    • And of course, the main one is the quality and originality of your work/products!

    • Priority will always be given to hand made or hand designed crafted products.

    • Local Food & drink producers (including alcohol) are welcome to apply.

    • Sorry, no charities or MLM Francise businesses accepted.

  • We welcome one day or weekend applications, however weekend applications will take priority (simply due to the volume of applications).

  • Yes, if booking an inside pitch. Each stall with have one chair - if you need another, please bring it with you as we can’t guarantee there will be any extras available on the day.

    If you’re booking an outside pitch, you’ll have to bring your own table/s, chairs and gazebos (if using).

  • The ground floor is fully accessible with the toilets located on this floor. The mezzanine gallery floor is accessed via a staircase at the back but for setting up/pack down, the doors direct to this floor will be open (which only involve a couple of steps).

    If you have accessibility needs, please ensure you let me know / include it within your application as I’ll ensure you are located downstairs.

  • As always, I pride myself on a full marketing campaign for each event, to bring visitors to the event. This includes but not limited to posters, paid ads, digital posters, banners & print ads in local magazines/newspapers.

    Each exhibitor will be featured across our socials and website & we will provide you with numerous graphics for your own social media channels - all included in your pitch fee.

    We also expect you to advertise on your platforms for further awareness and you’re welcome to use any of our images/graphics on our socials as well as the ones we provide for you. We also welcome collaborative posts on IG.

  • Yes, we’re happy for exhibitors to share 6ft pitches or outside pitches, but please let me know in advance who you’d like to share with.

    Unfortunately the 4ft tables aren’t suitable for sharing as they are too small.

  • The venue is just off Neville Road in Hove. Right next door to Waitrose, Legal & General and Hove Park.

    It’s easily accessible from A27 and Old Shoreham Road. Route 5 Buses (5B stops outside). Check out the map found at the bottom of this page.

  • Yes, it’s a large venue and if I receive demand from applications I will have a food, local produce & drink zone.

  • Yes, there is plenty of excellent opportunities at this venue, please list fully on your application form - if it does not fit in with standard pitch options I will email you back and discuss.

  • Yes if you’re booking an inside pitch -the venue will be locked and alarmed with onsite overnight security. We can’t be responsible for any loss or damages incurred. Outside traders must remove their equipment and stock unless static and pre-agreed.

  • Yes, but only at limited areas inside the building. All electrical items must meet current guidelines and be PAT tested if required. Paper Daisy are unable to supply extension leads.

  • Yes, this is one of the changes we are making this year. There will be no visitor car parking on site. There will be limited parking available for stallholders. As there is not enough spaces for everybody, the fairest way is to pre-book a space in advanced for £5 per day (which help keeps the stall cost down).

    More details will be available closer to the event.

    Currently, all street parking is free in the area.

  • No, any outside traders will need to be self sufficient. Water is available.

  • Yes, the venue has wifi.

  • After receiving feedback from last year’s event, I have made the decision to make a couple of changes which should ease flow and keep everyone happy - as many of you know there were queues all day long!

    Entrance on the day will be free for those visitors who don’t mind queuing at busy periods and are happy to wait.

    However, for those who have expressed an option for an alternative, I am operating optional Advanced Priority entry tickets with a limited availability for £1.50. This allows visitors to get priority entry over free entry into The Coal Shed (Makers Fair) over free entry if queues form.

    The outside marketplace will be completely free for everyone and hopefully reduce any queues further.

  • We will only cancel the outside area, if it’s too unsafe to go ahead (due to high winds).

    In this instance, we will give refunds but deduct £15 admin fee which goes on costs already spent (admin, advertising, site costs etc).

    Our full cancellation policy can be found here.

 

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The high Victorian Gothic buildings are a prominent landmark in Hove, besides Hove Park, neighbouring Waitrose, Corals & Hove Park.