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.

Day	Start Time	Company/Title	Title	Description
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 Safaris	All things Gin featuring the sundowner	Roots + Seeds and Aardvark Safaris 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	The Kingham Plough	Autumnal cooking with Kingham Plough's Head chef	Alex, The head chef at The Kingham Plough will be cooking an autumnal dish from their menu.
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	My Stylish Friend / Sophie Jones-Cooper, personal stylist	The Art of Ageless Style	Unlock the secrets to dressing with effortless elegance, confidence and modern relevance by mastering a wardrobe tailored beautifully to your lifestyle - from the Cotswolds to the city. This inspiring talk will show you how to transcend rigid fashion "rules" and embrace a fresh and authentic style that celebrates exactly who you are today.
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 Designs	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 the brand has grown from a simple collection of hand-thrown slipware pottery into a celebrated interiors company with 10 shops nationwide.
Thursday 12th	2.00pm	The Norman Knight	Cookery masterclass with Ray, head chef at The Norman Knight	Cookery masterclass with Ray, head chef at The Norman Knight

_{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.}