Autumn Artisan Market Traders

Ab’s BakesHomemade Sweet baked goods, Cookies and cakeVisit the Website
An Acquired TasteVintage Print and cardsFacebook: An Acquired Taste
AuntiesIndian Snacks, Sauces and PicklesVisit the Website
Brockleby’s PiesA range of handmade pies from MeltonVisit the Website
Bubbles & Blooms by EmHand painted glass vases, lanterns andInstagram: Bubbles_and_blooms_by_em
Cherry Tree PreservesMulti-award winning Jams, Chutneys and curdsVisit the Website
Chris’s Fork EmporiumUnique cutlery jewellery and trinketsVisit the Website
Cinnamon N Sugar Food TruckFried donuts, variety hot drinks and sweetsFacebook: Cinnamon N Sugar Food Truck
Claire Seely Glass DesignHandmade Stained glass items. Also taking personal commissionsVisit the Website
Cocktail O’Clock Cocktails and mocktails and ProseccoInstagram: cocktail_oclockinsta
Crowncraft LeatherBespoke hand crafted leather goodsVisit the Website
Draycote CeramicsHandcrafted Ceramics and StonewareVisit the Website
Emma Brown Needlefelt2D Needlefelt artwork and homewaresVisit the Website
Falcon ForgeHigh quality Hand forged products from a specialized ironmongerVisit the Website
Farmer LouSausages, bacon, steaks meats and cuts from their farmVisit the Website
Fleur FieldsAward winning Northamptonshire WinesVisit the Website
Foragers FancyAward winning selection of brandy, port, gin and wild garlic oilsVisit the Website
Hamm Tun Fine FoodsA selection of cheesesVisit the Website
Ingrid Hill ArtOriginal Watercolour and mixed media painting, prints and cardsVisit the Website
Jasu Patel JewelleryHandmade bespoke jewellery in precious metalsVisit the Website
Hot Chocolate Bomb CoDelicious Hot Chocolate BombsEtsy – Just to Say GB
Kaelya & Co IllustrationOriginal artwork, prints, watercolour, oil and pencil worksInstagram – Kaeyla_co_illustrations
Just So Good GranolaHomemade superfood granolas with premium natural ingredientsVisit the Website
Kate CooksGourmet range of pre-ordered freezer mealsVisit the Website
KB Premium DesignsThe Home Of Natural Artisan Candles & Home FragrancesVisit the Website
Little Village BakeryArtisan Doughnuts, Stuffed NY Cookies, Cinnamon Buns, GF ChInstagram – Little Village Bakery
Lenity CandlesNatural hand poured soy candlesInstagram – Lenity.Candles
LezzariHandmade Italian Murano glass jewelleryVisit the Website
Made by KaceyCrafted pots, hanging planters, terrarium, moss bowls & more planting accessories.Instagram – Eco Planters By Kacey
Rudders RumArtisan craft rumVisit the Website
Metal ManipulationHandmade industrial style lamps and garden ornamentsVisit the Website
Michelle McLeod Cartoon ArtistOriginal cartoon paintings, cards, commisions and wooden animalsVisit the Website
My Noodle BugArt Prints, cards and homewareVisit the Website
Nude Candle CoLux eco soy candles and melts, Handmade dog treatsVisit the Website
Odworks InteriorsBright patterened furnishings made from luxury velvetsVisit the Website
Petit PearlsBeautiful Bespoke Handmade Clothes for Children and Babies.Etsy – Petit Pearls
PerdysSelection of handmade hair accessories and small gifts and soft toyVisit the Website
Preserves by No 14Range of artisan preserves, cheese, crackers and charcuterieVisit the Website
Pzazz PizzaFreshly baked hand stretched pizza with. Selection of fresh toppingsVisit the Website
Ralphies TreatsNatural dog treats and doggy accessoriesVisit the Website
Resonate ArtsResin wall art, hand painted planters, trinkets and coastersInstagram – Resonate-arts
Rugby DistilleryGinVisit the Website
Shire Horse SocietyVisit the Website
Simply CiderTraditional real cider made from local applesInstagram – Simply Cider
SuestailsNeedle felt sculptures, ornaments and picturesVisit the Website
The Cheesey PigMouthwatering pulled pork dishesVisit the Website
The Courtyard CreperieFreshly prepared and delicious crepesVisit the Website
The Crafty GitWood crafts – chopping boards, bowls and garden sculpturesFacebook – The Crafty Git
The Crocheted PeacockHandmade quirky crochet gifts and home décorEtsy – The Crocheted Peacock
The Knights HutA range of hot drinks and sweet treats here at the castle!Visit the Website
The Lotus BakeryCakes and Bakes goodsVisit the Website
The Mouse House Cheese CompanyA range of award winning cheesesVisit the Website
The Rutland ChefDelicious deserts, preserves, nuts, chocolate and confectionaryVisit the Website
The Very Crafty ZebraHyperrealistic embroidered artwork and giftwareVisit the Website
Urban Crafts by MichelleResin homeware works and décorInstagram – Urban Crafts by Michelle
Victoria Ford LondonCandles, wax melts, diffusers, sprays and home fragranceVisit the Website
Watermeadow LaneHandamde jewellery specialising in freshwater and glass pearlsVisit the Website
Why Not WoodBespoke hand crafted wooden goodsVisit the Website
Wilsford FudgeA range of fabulous handmade fudgeVisit the Website
Ye Olde Pork Pie ShoppeAward winning Pork PiesVisit the Website

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Frequently Asked Questions – Halloween Fun

What is the event? Halloween Fun is designed for families and children to enjoy some spooky fun over the half-term holidays. We have carved pumpkins through the Castle, with a crossword trail for children to fill in. We also have a trail through our formal gardens and some other halloween activities to enjoy. We do […]

Outdoor Music Events – 16th & 17th August 2024

When is the event?Abba & Elton Tribute takes place on Friday 16th August in the Castle grounds, between 7:30pm – 10.00pm (approximate finish).Motown by Moonlight takes place on Saturday 17th August in the Castle grounds, between 7:30pm – 10.00pm (approximate finish). When do the gates open?The gates open at 6:00pm for you to get into […]

Frequently Asked Questions – Jousting

When does the event run? The event runs Sunday 16th June between 12noon – 4pm. The Castle will be open at 12noon – 3.30pm. The Joust itself will start at 2.30pm. Can I arrive at any time during the day? The gates open at 12noon, you are welcome to arrive at any point from then […]

Opening Times

Opening Times Sunday 2nd June – Sunday 29th SeptemberOpen on Sundays, Tuesdays & Bank Holiday Mondays. Gardens, Grounds & Tea Room open from 11amCastle Opens at 12noonFinal Entry 3.30pm.Close at 4pm. The Castle, Gardens and Grounds are closed outside of these dates unless part of an organised visit or special event.  Castle Entry & […]

The Travelling Auctioneers

𝐄𝐱𝐜𝐢𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐧𝐞𝐰𝐬… 𝐁𝐁𝐂 𝐎𝐧𝐞 𝐬𝐡𝐨𝐰 ‘𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐓𝐫𝐚𝐯𝐞𝐥𝐥𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐀𝐮𝐜𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐞𝐞𝐫𝐬’ 𝐢𝐬 𝐡𝐞𝐚𝐝𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐭𝐨 𝐑𝐨𝐜𝐤𝐢𝐧𝐠𝐡𝐚𝐦 𝐂𝐚𝐬𝐭𝐥𝐞 𝐨𝐧 𝟏𝟗𝐭𝐡 𝐒𝐞𝐩𝐭𝐞𝐦𝐛𝐞r 2023! Two of the stars of hit BBC One show, Christina Trevanion and JJ Chalmers, are visiting Rockingham Castle in Northamptonshire on Tuesday 19th September and are looking for local residents to take part in a major auction! Ahead […]

Frequently Asked Questions – Victorian Christmas

When does the event run? The event runs Thursday 28th – Sunday 1 December and Thursday 5 – Sunday 8 December.  On 28th & 29th November and 5th & 6th December (Thursdays and Fridays during our event) we will be operating guided tours of the castle that will run every 15 minutes throughout the day, […]

Frequently asked questions for Outdoor Theatre

Little Women – Thursday 25th July 2024 When is the event?It takes place on Thursday 25th July 2024 in the Castle grounds, between 7:00pm – 9.30pm (approximate finish). When do the gates open?The gates open at 6:00pm for you to get into the grounds. Can I buy tickets on arrival?Limited Tickets will be available on […]

Rockingham Castle Receives Support from the Culture Recovery Fund Round Two.

Rockingham Castle in one of over 2,700 arts, culture, heritage organisations to receive support from the Culture Recovery Fund Round Two.

Rockingham Castle receives lifeline grant from Government’s £1.57bn Culture Recovery Fund

Rockingham Castle is one of 445 heritage organisations set to receive a lifesaving financial boost from the government.