Blackthorpe Barn

This 16th century thatched barn is now an art centre, whose summer season focuses on the visual arts and drama. At the end of every year we put on a spectacular Christmas event.

CHRISTMAS:
Suffolk’s Christmas spirit is awakened every year in November as many thousands of people flock, from far and wide, to the beautiful Blackthorpe Barn in Rougham, near Bury St Edmunds.

Every year Blackthorpe Barn, a venue for cultural and music events during the less wintry months, transforms itself into a spectacular Christmas crafts experience.

With a vast array of exhibitors expected, many of them will change from weekend to weekend; the beauty of this event is that each and every craft represented is 100% British and created by the exhibitors themselves. With pure creativity and quality oozing from every item; visitors are guaranteed to see something completely unique.

In addition to the amazing crafts, there is a gorgeous decorations and lighting shop with bundles of enchanting items covering many different themes, and for the first time visitors will be able to see a truly magnificent centrepiece; a 200 year old, full-size perfectly crafted sleigh discovered abandoned in a Swedish farmyard.

Whilst visiting, many people cannot resist the temptation to buy a famous Rougham Estate Christmas Tree. Being situated in the heart of Rougham Estate, the Barn offers the perfect venue to allow visitors to see the trees in their full splendour before buying them.

Blackthorpe Barn is situated in the heart of Suffolk just outside Bury St. Edmunds, it couldn’t be easier to find; just off the A14 at junction 45 (Sat Nav IP30 9HZ).

Parking and disabled access
Parking is free with spaces for 350 vehicles
Blackthorpe Barn has disabled access

For more information on the wonderful town of Bury St Edmunds, please see:
Bury St Edmunds Guide

Eating Out in Bury St Edmunds Guide

Accommodation in Bury St Edmunds Guide