Highclere Country Fair - Traditional Rural Crafts
The Highclere Country Fair is a true celebration of the countryside, and at Countryman Fairs we take pride in showcasing our rural heritage. Alongside the Worlds foremost field sport competitions you will find ancient country crafts still being practices by highly skill craftsmen.
A wide range of traditional crafts are demonstrated including rope working, forging, hurdle making, trug making, stick making, net making and much more. Each craftsman is on hand to offer their expertise and they are more than happy for you to learn from the vast knowledge they have accumulated.
The British Stickmakers Guild – Stickmaking competition
Stickmaking is an extremely old craft, and one, which is likely to date back to when man first walked on two legs. As well as functional and practical items, the sticks can also be extremely decorative and beautiful. Stickmakers are highly skilled craftsmen, with knowledge that has been passed down through generations.


