Opportunity details | Yorkshire Coast Ceramics Fair

Yorkshire Coast Ceramics Fair

Deadline: 22/02/2026

City: Scarborough | Region: North Yorkshire | Country: United Kingdom | Old Parcels Office

Call Out: Ceramists & Potters Yorkshire Coast Ceramics Fair - Saturday 2nd to Monday 4th May, Scarborough Old Town

We are inviting ceramic artists and potters to apply for a stall at the Yorkshire Coast Ceramics Fair, taking place from Friday 2nd to Sunday 4th May 2026 across Scarborough’s Old Town artspaces and galleries.

The Opportunity

We are offering space for 6 ceramists the opportunity to display and sell their work directly to the public in Shakespeare Gallery — a characterful, converted former pub in the heart of the Old Town.

The gallery will be shared by the 6 selected ceramists.
Artists will work collaboratively to ensure the gallery is invigilated at all times.

This is a great opportunity to reach new audiences, connect with fellow makers, and be part of a wider ceramics-focused weekend in Scarborough's emerging artists quater in the Old Town.

Key Details

Dates: Saturday 2nd – Monday 4th May

(The gallery will be available from Thursday 1st for setting up)

Opening times: 11am – 4pm daily

Venue: Shakespeare Gallery, Scarborough Old Town

Stall fee: £40 for all 3 days

Who Can Apply

We welcome applications from:

Ceramic artists and potters at all career stages
Makers producing functional, sculptural, or decorative ceramic work
Artists based on the Yorkshire Coast and beyond

How to Apply

Apply through Curatorspace. Please submit:

A short description of your work

3–5 images of your work

A link to your website or social media (if available)

Closing date for submissions: 22nd February 2026

Selected artists/makers will be notified by 1st March.

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Who is eligible for this opportunity?

Ceramic artists and potters at all career stages.
Makers producing functional, sculptural, or decorative ceramic work.
Artists based on the Yorkshire Coast and beyond.

When is the deadline?

The deadline for applications is Sunday, 22nd February.

When is the delivery date?

The gallery will be open for delivery and set up from Thursday 30th April, but those wishing to can set up early (from 8.30) on the first day of the Ceramics Fair (Sat 2nd May).

When do I need to collect my work?

Immediately after the Fair closes at 4 pm on Monday, 4th May or on Tuesday, 5th May.

Are there payments to artists?

No, the fee to take part is £40.

Is there a private view / opening?

Once the successful applicants have been selected, we will contact them to find out when they are planning to set up the stall/display and if they would like to have a PV on the Friday evening before the Fair opens

What are the exhibition opening hours?

The gallery will be open Saturday, 2nd May - Monday, 4th May, 11 am - 4 pm.

Does the location have disabled access?

No.

What publicity will be provided as part of the opportunity?

The Ceramics Fair will be promoted through social media, posters, flyers and the local newspaper. This is part of a wider initiative to promote Scarborough’s Old Town.

Do I need to be present?

At least 2 artists/makers need to be present during gallery opening hours, but we will be putting selected applicants in touch with each other so that they can make arrangements to share the responsibility and look after each other's stalls.

What kind of proposals are you looking for?

We are looking for a broad range of different types of ceramics that will be of interest to visitors and buyers attending the Fair.

Will you be providing tables?

Yes we will be providing basic trestle table for stall holders.

Is car parking provided?

No but there is short stay disc parking nearby for dropping work off and a pay and display carpark nearby by. (Please be aware that car parking in the Old Town is at a premium in Scarborough on Bank Holiday weekends. )

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