Demonstrations

Fancy learning a new skill, or looking for some expert advice? Throughout the Fair, we run a full series of complimentary Demonstrations and paid interactive Workshops, including festive cookery, arts & crafts and wine tastings led by industry experts.

Demonstrations and Workshops can be booked online when purchasing your entry tickets. Spaces are limited so it is recommended to reserve in advance.

Thanks must also go to Hunt Bespoke Kitchens & Interiors who create our beautiful demo kitchen.


DayStart TimeCompany/TitleTitleDescription
Monday 9th Monday 9th 7.00pm Shaky Cocktails A Christmas Cocktail Masterclass Join us for a masterclass set to impress using bubble guns, smoking guns & name printing, whilst getting a first look at our signature Christmas Cocktail.
Monday 9th 8.00pm Roots + Seeds with Aardvark Safari's All things Gin featuring the sundowner Roots + Seeds and Aardvark Safari's collaborate to bring the sundowner to the Fair. Sam Lawson King and his team will introduce Roots + Seeds Gin and the botanicals behind it, mix a gin and tonic, and introduce Alice to talk about Aardvark Safaris and the story of the sundowner, from the Vintage Years of safari to today.
Tuesday 10th Tuesday 10th 10.00am Cora & Flora Christmas Wreath Making Demonstration with Cora & Flora Join Cora from Cora & Flora for a festive wreath-making demonstration, using seasonal British-grown foliage and natural materials. Discover sustainable techniques for creating a beautiful Christmas wreath, while learning more about Cora & Flora’s approach to floristry for weddings, events and private commissions across the Cotswolds and surrounding areas.
Tuesday 10th 11.00am Torie True Spice, Stories & Seven Kitchens An Indian Cooking Demonstration, Tasting & Book Signing with Torie True
Tuesday 10th 12.00pm Indian Block Print Company Christmas Crafting with Indian Block Printing Learn the art of festive block printing - tips and tricks for Christmas gifts and wrapping paper.
Tuesday 10th 1.00pm Woodchester Valley Vineyard Wine Tasting for Christmas
Tuesday 10th 2.00pm South West Private Chefs Everything Oysters An interactive experience - learn how to shuck & serve oysters 3 ways, discover various garnishes that are better than the classics.
Tuesday 10th 3.00pm Bee Osborn & Knight Frank How to sell your home, Q&A with Knight Frank and Osborn Interiors Q&A with estate agents Knight Frank and Interior Designer Bee Osborn on how to see your home plus interior design top tips
Wednesday 11th Wednesday 11th 10.00am Zusetsu Japanese fabric gift wrapping How to wrap your Christmas presents with Japanese furoshiki fabric with Cathy from Zusetsu. Discover the many beautiful styles of reusable Japanese gift-wrapping
Wednesday 11th 11.00am Torie True Spice, Stories & Seven Kitchens An Indian Cooking Demonstration, Tasting & Book Signing with Torie True
Wednesday 11th 12.00pm Ben Tish
Wednesday 11th 1.00pm Charlie Gray Christmas Prep Making Christmas easier with tips from Ask Charlie
Wednesday 11th 2.00pm John Paul La Dolce Vita – Italian Desserts Through the Seasons John Paul Alberti is a British Italian chef, presenter and cookbook author, known for his passion for authentic Italian food and engaging live cooking experiences. His latest cookbook, La Dolce Vita – Italian Desserts Through the Seasons, celebrates his Italian heritage through seasonal Italian desserts.
Wednesday 11th 3.00pm The Real Flower Company Christmas Wreaths A demonstration on how to create a natural Christmas wreath to hang on your door.
Thursday 12th Thursday 12th 10.00am
Thursday 12th 11.00am Daylesford Cookery School Christmas is for Sharing Make Christmas entertaining relaxed and informal with our delicious sharing recipes, inspired by the wonderful seasonal produce at Daylesford. Whether you want a few small plates to enjoy with friends, or larger platters for a festive feast, our quick and simple techniques will help take the stress out of Christmas preparations.
Thursday 12th 12.00pm Roots + Seeds Boxing Day Sarnies Making the ultimate Boxing Day toasted Sarnie with Head Chef Sam Idione
Thursday 12th 1.00pm Susie Watson Design Q&A - The Story Behind the Brand Designer Susie Watson and her daughter, Anna, will be ‘in conversation’, sharing Susie’s creative journey from experimenting with fashion to founding Susie Watson Designs. Learn how to brand has grown from a simple collection of hand-thrown slipware pottery into a celebrated interiors company with 10 shops nationwide.

Please note that the timetable may be subject to change.

Already booked your tickets? You can still add workshops and demos to your booking. Go to the ticket page, select “I already have my ticket” at the top, then continue as if you were buying a ticket. Scroll down and you’ll see the workshop, demo or parking options available to add.