Get into the festive spirit at God’s House Tower, as our popular Christmas Makers Market returns to the Old Town for its second year.

Taking place throughout December, you’re invited to join us in the merry and medieval surroundings of God’s House Tower as some of the region’s most talented and creative makers and artists take over the tower in our biggest market yet.

Whether you’re looking for a bespoke present for a loved one, are searching for a fun stocking filler, or even fancy treating yourself to something special, from jewellery to prints, ceramics and homewares, the Christmas Makers Market is the perfect place to do some Christmas shopping with a difference, and find a truly unique selection of gifts and artworks all lovingly made by local makers. You can check out the line up below.

Saturday 10th December: Katherine Anteney, Kay Brown, sarah filmer, Lisa Gardner, Beth Givens,  Izabela Majka Jewellery, Amy Harwood Illustration, Oli Knowles, Gillian Owen, Sea Clay Studio, Siscribbles, Alex Sutherland Ceramics and Aylsa Williams.

Sunday 11th December: Katherine Anteney, Cowprint Artists Group, Carole Hillman, Beth Givens, Izabela Majka Jewellery, Amy Harwood Illustration, Robin Price, Sarah Simon, Sea Clay Studio, Siscribbles, Alex Sutherland Ceramics and Aylsa Williams.

Saturday 17th December: Beth Davis-Hofbauer, Shabnam Foroozan, Fusion Jewellery, Moly Gupta,  Emily Jones, Macondo Soap, Izabela Majka Jewellery, Robin Price, Yoko Romita, Mandy Smith, Helen Scribbans, Rhi Skinner, Naomi Thorne and Charlotte Wardner.

Sunday 18th December: Dhes Home, Sarah Longbottom, Emily Jones, Lizzie Keep, Macondo Soap, Izabela Majka Jewellery, Yoko Romita, Mandy Smith, Helen Scribbans, Naomi Thorne and Charlotte Wardner.

You can also get cosy and shelter from the wintry weather in the GHT Cafe & Bar, where we will be serving a festive selection of food and refreshments, from mulled wine to warming hot drinks including our delicious vegan hot chocolate from Peaberry Coffee, and indulgent bakes from Southampton favourites Hoxton Bakehouse and 27 Vegan Bakery.

The Christmas Makers Market will take place this December on the following dates:

Saturday 10th December 10am – 5pm, Sunday 11th December 10am – 4pm, Saturday 17th December 10am – 5pm and Sunday 18th December 10am – 4pm.

Entry to the market is free.

Access

This event will take place in the Cafe & Bar which is located on the ground floor and has step-free, wheelchair access and the Main Gallery which is located on the first floor and has lift access.