What's On Calendar
There's always something happening at our family-owned and run shopping village! Here's what's coming up next
The Chicken Trail
until early September
Fourteen hand-painted, free-range chickens are hiding throughout the village — tucked among flowers, nestled in nooks, and peeking from the greenery. Pick up your official Chicken Map from Frankie Doodle, follow the clues, and see if you can find all 14 clucky characters!
🎉 Find them all and claim a tasty treat!
🎨 Free to explore, no booking needed — fun for all ages!
🌿 On during opening hours until early September.
Autumn Artisan Market
10-3 Sat September 20th
Discover something special at Artisans at Heart, our local makers Market!
Packed with local talent, handmade treasures, and delicious treats, it’s the perfect place to shop small and support independent makers. Whether you’re looking for unique gifts, homeware, art, or food, there’s something for everyone.
Local makers welcome! If you craft, create or grow—we’d love to hear from you.
For more info email: emma@vintagespottydotty.com
The Scarecrow Festival
12th October - 3rd November
Join us for the Village Scarecrow Festival, a fantastic event for the whole family! Local businesses compete by crafting their own unique scarecrows, and the judges choose their top picks. The competition is fierce, and this year promises to be no different.
Who will be crowned Champion Scarecrow of 2024? Find out for yourself between October 12th and November 3rd!
Late Night Shopping
5-8pm 5th December
Join us for our Late Night Shopping Evening on Friday, December 5th, from 5 pm to 8 pm. Stroll among twinkling Christmas trees, explore our dedicated Christmas Shop, enjoy festive tunes from the Christmas Choir, artisan stalls and indulge in delicious street food.
Plus, don’t miss a special appearance by Father Christmas himself—exact timings to be announced soon!
Christmas Artisan Market
10-3 Sat 6th December
Our festive market is bursting with local talent, handmade gifts, and seasonal treats. It’s the perfect place to shop small, support independent makers, and find something truly special this Christmas. 🎁🕯️🍪
From cosy homeware and original art to edible delights and one-of-a-kind gifts — there’s something for everyone on your list!
🎅 Local makers – we want to hear from you! If you craft, create or grow, apply now to be part of our festive celebration.
For more info email: emma@vintagespottydotty.com
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