Showcasing the best artisans and producers the South West has to offer, Somerset’s annual Christmas market and craft fair ‘The Rural Living Show’ will return to Kings College Prep School, (formerly known as King’s Hall School on Kingston Rd, Taunton, TA2 8AA) on the 23rd & 24th November this year, and will be celebrating it’s 31s anniversary!

We are thrilled to once again be raising vital funds for our charity partner - The Children’s Hospice South West.

£4.50 Entry (Under 16s, and carers - FREE)

FREE onsite parking available with NEW overflow car park and shuttle service from Wellsprings Leisure Centre.

On the day entry or pre-book tickets available

Opening hours:

Saturday 23rd November: 10am - 5pm

Sunday 24th November: 10am - 4pm

Hosting a huge selection of the finest designers, makers and crafts people in the region and not to mention a food village to delight, the show, in it’s 31st year is not to be missed.

With a fantastic array of exhibitors already confirmed and some exciting new additions to the show we look forward to welcoming visitors to start their festivities for the 2024 period.

Visitors will once again have the opportunity to take part in a variety of things to do on the day including meeting the alpacas - Expresso, Eagle and Dippy or taking part in a festive wreath making workshop (tickets must be pre-booked).

Back by popular demand - FREE festive trail for the younger guests, ending with a stop at our ‘Christmas Craft Grotto’ to decorate their own bunting & collect a prize.

So come along to get involved in the fun and peruse our wondrous stalls for quality and original products to purchase. Suitable for all the family with live demonstrations to get you into the festive spirit!

Accessibility:

An accessibility route is indicated on the floor plan in green.

However please note - King’s College Prep School is an old building and due to the school’s risk assessment, some small areas of the show are unfortunately not accessible without using steps.

There will be an accessible toilet facility for the duration of the event. The location of this is indicated by the WC icon in green on the floor plan.

WE ARE NOW OPEN FOR 2024 EXHIBITOR APPLICATIONS.