The third annual Honiton Antiques Festival takes place from November 12th to the 16th 2013. This years event plans to build on the enormous success of the previous years.
Numerous events are taking place throughout the week, including:
Monday
- Metalwork for Furniture - a Loan Exhibition at Roderick Butler, Marwood House, 10.00 - 5.00.
- Honiton Lacemaking Demonstration at Bel-Ami Antiques and Interiors, 138 High Street, 10.00–5.00.
- Handworked Embroidery, Lace and Related Pieces on Caroline Bushell’s stall in Fountain Antiques Centre, 132 High Street, 9.30–5.30.
- Honiton Pottery Display at Antique and Chic, Dolphin Court, High Street, 10.00–5.00.
- English Country Grandfather Clocks exhibition at Pilgrim Antiques (in association with David Gibson Fine Antique Clocks), 145 High Street, 10.00–5.00.
- British Travellers in Spain from 1587, books, manuscripts and prints spanning five centuries, at Graham York Rare Books, 225 High Street, 10.00–5.00.
- The Carriage Clocks of Henri Jacot in the showroom of Leigh Extence at the Grove Antiques Centre, 55 High Street, 10.00–5.00.
- Auction of Antiques, Fine Art & Collectables on view at Bearnes Hampton & Littlewood Auctioneers and Valuers 9.00am to 7.00pm.
- Also on Monday at 7.30pm, ‘An Evening at the Valuer’s Table’. An opportunity to gain an insight into the valuation of antiques and to listen and discuss a range of items including silver, ceramics, paintings, collectors’ items and works of art. This will take place in the BH and L saleroom.
Tuesday
- Metalwork for Furniture - a Loan Exhibition at Roderick Butler, Marwood House, 10.00 - 5.00.
- Honiton Lacemaking Demonstration at Bel-Ami Antiques and Interiors, 138 High Street, 10.00–5.00.
- Handworked Embroidery, Lace and Related Pieces on Caroline Bushell’s stall in Fountain Antiques Centre, 132 High Street, 9.30–5.30.
- Honiton Pottery Display at Antique and Chic, Dolphin Court, High Street, 10.00–5.00.
- English Country Grandfather Clocks exhibition at Pilgrim Antiques (in association with David Gibson Fine Antique Clocks), 145 High Street, 10.00–5.00.
- British Travellers in Spain from 1587, books, manuscripts and prints spanning five centuries, at Graham York Rare Books, 225 High Street, 10.00–5.00.
- The Carriage Clocks of Henri Jacot in the showroom of Leigh Extence at the Grove Antiques Centre, 55 High Street, 10.00–5.00.
- Auction of Antiques, Fine Art & Collectables at Bearnes Hampton & Littlewood Auctioneers and Valuers 10.30.
Wednesday
- Metalwork for Furniture - a Loan Exhibition at Roderick Butler, Marwood House, 10.00 - 5.00.
- Honiton Lacemaking Demonstration at Bel-Ami Antiques and Interiors, 138 High Street, 10.00–5.00.
- Handworked Embroidery, Lace and Related Pieces on Caroline Bushell’s stall in Fountain Antiques Centre, 132 High Street, 9.30–5.30.
- Honiton Pottery Display at Antique and Chic, Dolphin Court, High Street, 10.00–5.00.
- English Country Grandfather Clocks exhibition at Pilgrim Antiques (in association with David Gibson Fine Antique Clocks), 145 High Street, 10.00–5.00.
- British Travellers in Spain from 1587, books, manuscripts and prints spanning five centuries, at Graham York Rare Books, 225 High Street, 10.00–5.00.
- The Carriage Clocks of Henri Jacot in the showroom of Leigh Extence at the Grove Antiques Centre, 55 High Street, 10.00–5.00.
- Antiques and Collectables Fair at Mackarness Hall 10.00 - 3.00
Thursday
- Metalwork for Furniture - a Loan Exhibition at Roderick Butler, Marwood House, 10.00 - 5.00.
- Honiton Lacemaking Demonstration at Bel-Ami Antiques and Interiors, 138 High Street, 10.00–5.00.
- Handworked Embroidery, Lace and Related Pieces on Caroline Bushell’s stall in Fountain Antiques Centre, 132 High Street, 9.30–5.30.
- Honiton Pottery Display at Antique and Chic, Dolphin Court, High Street, 10.00–5.00.
- English Country Grandfather Clocks exhibition at Pilgrim Antiques (in association with David Gibson Fine Antique Clocks), 145 High Street, 10.00–5.00.
- British Travellers in Spain from 1587, books, manuscripts and prints spanning five centuries, at Graham York Rare Books, 225 High Street, 10.00–5.00.
- The Carriage Clocks of Henri Jacot in the showroom of Leigh Extence at the Grove Antiques Centre, 55 High Street, 10.00–5.00.
- Clock and Barometer Restorer’s Workshop open day, at the Clock Clinic, New Street, from 10.00am until 4.00pm.
- Books and Printed Paper Fair, Mackarness Hall, 10.00 - 3.00
Friday
- Metalwork for Furniture - a Loan Exhibition at Roderick Butler, Marwood House, 10.00 - 5.00.
- Honiton Lacemaking Demonstration at Bel-Ami Antiques and Interiors, 138 High Street, 10.00–5.00.
- Handworked Embroidery, Lace and Related Pieces on Caroline Bushell’s stall in Fountain Antiques Centre, 132 High Street, 9.30–5.30.
- Honiton Pottery Display at Antique and Chic, Dolphin Court, High Street, 10.00–5.00.
- English Country Grandfather Clocks exhibition at Pilgrim Antiques (in association with David Gibson Fine Antique Clocks), 145 High Street, 10.00–5.00.
- British Travellers in Spain from 1587, books, manuscripts and prints spanning five centuries, at Graham York Rare Books, 225 High Street, 10.00–5.00.
- The Carriage Clocks of Henri Jacot in the showroom of Leigh Extence at the Grove Antiques Centre, 55 High Street, 10.00–5.00.
- Viewing at Chilcotts Auctioneers and Valuers, Silver Street, 9.00 - 6.00
Saturday
- Metalwork for Furniture - a Loan Exhibition at Roderick Butler, Marwood House, 10.00 - 5.00.
- Honiton Lacemaking Demonstration at Bel-Ami Antiques and Interiors, 138 High Street, 10.00–5.00.
- Handworked Embroidery, Lace and Related Pieces on Caroline Bushell’s stall in Fountain Antiques Centre, 132 High Street, 9.30–5.30.
- Honiton Pottery Display at Antique and Chic, Dolphin Court, High Street, 10.00–5.00.
- English Country Grandfather Clocks exhibition at Pilgrim Antiques (in association with David Gibson Fine Antique Clocks), 145 High Street, 10.00–5.00.
- British Travellers in Spain from 1587, books, manuscripts and prints spanning five centuries, at Graham York Rare Books, 225 High Street, 10.00–5.00.
- The Carriage Clocks of Henri Jacot in the showroom of Leigh Extence at the Grove Antiques Centre, 55 High Street, 10.00–5.00.
- Auction at Chilcotts Auctioneers and Valuers, Silver Street, 10.30
- Restoration and Conservation Fair at the Baptist Chapel in the High Street, 10.00 - 3.00
New events are being added all the time so please check the Honiton Antiques Festival website for updates!
Written by Daniel H Pavey
dan@honiton.com