Innholdsfortegnelse for September 2018 i Homes & Antiques

To mark our 25th year, we thought it would be apt to find out what Britain’s most celebrated antiques might be. Back in May, we released the shortlist, nominated by design industry and antiques experts, and asked you to vote for your favourites. Your votes have now been counted and verified, and we reveal the prestigious top 10 on page 110 – it’s a surprising mix of objects we love to live with, and pieces we can but dream of living with… Back in the realm of affordability, our photoshoot this month celebrates vintage signage. From London Underground station names to charming old adverts for shops and delicious treats, prices for these nostalgic glimpses into times of old start at just £50. Discover how to style them alongside contemporary finds…

From seminal interior designers to blissful homes, this month’s books are packed with seasonal inspiration Let blogger Jennifer Boles introduce you to the must-know names from a 100-year history of interior design, along with pictures of their finest rooms. (£60, Vendome Press) May I Come In? introduces readers to 75 unique and characterful private homes, each filled with intrigue, personality and flair. (£50, Abrams) Celebrate the life of Pat Albeck, affectionately known as ‘Queen of the Tea Towel’. Here, explore some of her finest designs for the National Trust. (£12.99, Pavilion Books)…

ONE FOUR SIX Katty’s home is a treasure trove of all things boho and Scandi. We particularly love the decorative surfboards. @_one.four.six_ THE HOUSE THAT JEN BUILT Jen’s feed is full of pictures of her on-trend home in Liverpool. Don’t miss her dreamy nature-inspired bathroom. @the_house_that_jen_built FALLOW GREY Interiors stylist Emily loves a pop of yellow in her dark blue and grey nest. Follow her as she renovates her Victorian home. @fallowgrey…

Unique vintage pieces for a modern home Vintage items are wonderful because they have a fascinating story to tell. That pretty display cabinet may have enjoyed a charmed life in a grand country house, while the impressive-looking bank of drawers almost certainly had to work for a living – possibly in a busy high street haberdashery store. Vintage finds like these have long been valued by props buyers, keen to faithfully recreate a bygone era on screen. But Retrovation founders Dawn and Stephen are dedicated to sourcing striking, quirky pieces to grace homes up and down the country. And as they’ve discovered, these vintage superstars look just as stunning in a modern setting as they do in a period property. Talk to this passionate pair and you immediately see what…

What sparked your fascination for collecting in this particular area? My interest in collecting specimens started young, when I would find interesting shells in antiques shops at pocket money prices. I loved the colours and shapes – they inspired me then and they continue to inspire me now. I’m always asking myself, ‘How can I reflect their beauty in my rooms?’ As my desires started to exceed my pocket money, I stopped collecting for a long time until I came across a hoard of coral at a flea market when I was 16. I thought that the shapes were so architectural and my passion was given new life. What types of pieces are you drawn to? I really enjoy finding items with old handwritten labels on them. Knowing that someone,…

Peter perhaps has his parents – both antiques dealers – to thank for his attraction to this romantic, tumbledown dwelling. When I walked into the entrance hall I knew within 11 seconds that I wanted to buy this property,’ Peter Gabrielse remarks of the manor house he owns in Normandy. As a Dutchman living in the Netherlands, this swift and confident reaction is all the more startling. In fact, when the estate agent recommended a second viewing, Peter was adamant that this wouldn’t be necessary. He sent his offer by fax machine and the next day the deal was done. ‘At this point it suddenly struck me – I’d just bought a large property and had no idea what to do with it!’ Built in 1727, the house was still…

Collectors tend to buy circus-related antiques because of the fond memories evoked. The most common items at auction are the posters, photos and circus toys by makers such as Corgi, Britains and Charbens. Artworks and ceramics by Dame Laura Knight also appear occasionally, selling from £500 up to several thousand. Toys range from £50 for a single item to £300 for a set, while posters start at about £50 and can reach several hundred subject to age, rarity and condition. Handpainted artefacts such as signs, rides and costumes are rare, but are out there as most 20th-century showmen sold off their effects. 1) A copy of the stunning 1889 pop-up book International Circus by German illustrator Lothar Meggendorfer made £350 at Lyon & Turnbull in September 2015 against an estimate…

I was adopted when I was two months old and my adoptive parents were involved in the antiques business in Brighton during the ’70s antiques ‘boom period’. It was an ‘old school’ time: one man’s word was his bond and there was real etiquette to dealing. I’ve been working with the Antiques Roadshow for 14 years as a furniture specialist, as my passion is 18th-century English furniture. I also help to identify miscellaneous items. I have an antiques shop in Edenbridge, Kent, which specialises in 18th and 19th-century English furniture and decorative items. We have pieces ranging from as little as £25 up to £60,000, so there is something for everyone! To me, the condition of a piece is always paramount. I only buy items that are perfect. In…

MANX MUSEUM From 13th Oct-6th Jan 2019, visit the Manx Museum in Knox’s home town of Douglas on the Isle of Man for an exhibition of some of his most innovative designs (manxnationalheritage. im). Some collections can also be viewed online (imuseum.im). V&A MUSEUM Housing works of the world’s most celebrated designers, London’s V&A museum owns a large collection of original watercolour and pencil sketches by Knox, alongside a number of his silver creations for Liberty & Co (vam.ac.uk). THE PEARTREE COLLECTION Established by Anthony Bernbaum, former Director of the Archibald Knox Society, The Peartree Collection sells Knox designs, alongside works of influential silversmiths (thepeartreecollection.com ).…

1 Oriental Delight Estimate £800-£1,200 Sold £11,000 Ten to 15 years ago, Japanese antiques fetched a premium at auction but, in the last decade, the heat has gone out of the market, making them great value right now for fans of oriental style. This beautiful Kazaridana cabinet, made during the Meiji period (1868-1912), was found under dust covers in a long-empty house in Cumbria, and was given a low ‘come and get me’ estimate by Mitchells of Cockermouth when it was put up for sale earlier this summer. Quite understandably, its quality shone out to those in the know and, once bidding began, it rapidly rose in price, eventually going under the hammer to a London dealer. The piece is a Japanese version of the cabinet of curiosities or German…

The Big Brocante More than 100 traders gather at The Hop Farm in the Kent countryside for The Big Brocante from 21st-23rd September. They will be selling antique and vintage finds, ranging from silverware and china to garden tools and small pieces of furniture. There’s usually a good offering of decorative antiques, too, so you can stock up on pretty floral paintings, baskets and candlesticks. The Hop Farm, Maidstone Road, Paddock Wood, Tonbridge, TN12 6PY. 8am-4pm. £10 (£5 adv) Friday, £5 (£3.50 adv) Saturday & Sunday. 07511 184890; thebigbrocante.co.uk…

2-FOR-1 8th-9th Leeds Vintage Furniture & Home Fair, Sunny Bank Mills, Farsley, Leeds, West Yorkshire, LS28 5UJ. 10.30am-4pm. £2. 07985 181120; roseandbrownvintage.co.uk 2-FOR-1 9th Adams Antiques Fair, Lindley Hall, The Royal Horticultural Halls, Elverton Street, London, SW1P 2QW. 10am-4.30pm. £4. 020 7254 4054; adamsantiquesfairs.com 2-FOR-1 15th-16th Saltaire Vintage Home & Fashion Fair, Victoria Hall, Victoria Road, Saltaire, West Yorkshire, BD18 3JS. 9.30am-4pm. £3. 07985 181120; roseandbrownvintage.co.uk 2-FOR-1 21st-23rd Galloway Antiques & Fine Art Fair, Duncombe Park, Helmsley, North Yorkshire, YO62 5EB. 10.30am-5pm. £5-£6. 01423 522122; gallowayfairs.co.uk 2-FOR-1 28th-30th Galloway Antiques & Fine Art Fair, Arley Hall, Northwich, Cheshire, CW9 6NA. 10.30am-5pm. £5-£6. 01423 522122; gallowayfairs.co.uk 2-FOR-1 21st-23rd The Big Brocante – Hop Farm Vintage & Collectors Fair, The Hop Farm, Maidstone Road, Paddock Wood, Kent, TN12 6PY. 8am-4pm. £10 (£5…

JUTE Eighteenth-century Dundee was one of Britain’s busiest whaling ports and, when it was discovered that whale oil could soften jute fibres, Dundee’s jute trade boomed. By the end of the 19th century the industry employed over 50,000 people (mostly women) in over 100 mills. Dundee became known as ‘Juteopolis’ and large fortunes were made by ‘jute barons’, who commissioned local shipbuilders for vessels to import the raw fibres from India. Jute continued to play a starring role in the city into the 1960s, though on a smaller scale. JAM Janet Keiller and her husband John ran a cake shop in Dundee in the mid 1700s. The story goes that, one day, John spotted a cargo of Seville oranges being offloaded at the quayside. They were virtually being given away,…

STONEWARE FORM I love the monochrome brushstrokes on the surface of this stoneware vessel by Jim Malone. PATTERN PLAY Vibrant textiles, including Svenskt Tenn’s cheerful patterns, are key in this designer’s home. TAKE A SEAT Upgrading your home office? Don’t miss our selection of stylish study buys. I especially love this Eames classic. TREASURE CHEST Inlaid with mother of pearl, this chest of drawers makes a beautiful statement in any room. DELIGHT IN DELFT Chateau-owner Peter has an inspiring Delft collection. I’m tempted to start my own with these tulip tiles.…

Nestling in 163 acres of majestic parkland, Tewkesbury Park commands fabulous views of the Cotswolds and provides the perfect ingredients for a relaxing and indulgent break. The hotel has recently undergone a major renovation, with the addition of nine individually designed historic suites, two spa rooms, an orangery, cocktail lounge and a new events space – the Cotswolds Suite. Leisure facilities include an 18-hole golf course, fully equipped health club with a gym, swimming pool, squash and tennis courts. Tewkesbury Park’s glorious setting is also perfect for rural walks. Tewkesbury Park is offering H&A readers the chance to win a three-night stay. See box below. For more information visit tewkesburypark.co.uk Competition terms and conditions 1 Promoter: Immediate Media Company Bristol Limited, 2nd Floor, Tower House, Fairfax Street, Bristol, BS1 3BN.…

LONDON DESIGN FESTIVAL From 15th-23rd Sept, see works by designers and brands at events across the capital. 020 7242 6022; londondesignfestival.com INTERNATIONAL AGATHA CHRISTIE FESTIVAL From 14th-16th Sept, celebrate Christie’s birthday with an array of events and workshops. 01803 293593; iacf-uk.org TRIBAL ART LONDON From 5th-8th Sept, visit London’s key event for buying beautiful tribal art and antiques. 07939 166148; tribalartlondon.com…

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There’s no getting around it. Joanne and Nick Burgess’s home is charmingly boho. Furniture and fabrics are mismatched, colours are bold and the stone floors look as if they have been in situ for centuries – like all the best outfits, it looks effortless. In reality though, the interior of the Georgian redbrick house in Henley is the result of a year-long renovation project that involved gutting everything and starting completely from scratch – all that remained were the walls. What makes the project so special is that Joanne was committed to seeking out salvaged materials and wasn’t afraid to use them creatively – reclaimed roof tiles cover the kitchen floor and gramophone horns are repurposed as pendant lights. Joanne describes the house as Tardis-like and indeed, its neat Georgian…

MODERN REVIVAL This stool captures the spirit of mid-century style. Myers small bench, £329, Barker and Stonehouse. FINE ROMANCE Fresh prints like this work well in a country sitting room. Diversity footstool, £399, Furniture Village. FADED FLORALS This elegant design opens to reveal storage space. Salisbury footstool, from £399, Marks and Spencer. ARTS & CRAFTS A large stool in a striking fabric brings colour to the centre of a room. Morris stool, £295, DFS.…

SOUTH EAST 1. Crow’s Auctions Gallery Crow’s Auctions is a long established auction house located in Dorking, Surrey. Holding sales every four weeks of antiques, paintings, collectables and contemporary furnishings, all lots are offered on three live bidding platforms. Crow’s offers free verbal valuations without appointment, and insurance and probate services. Forthcoming sales: 12th September, 10th October, 7th November – open from 10am Crow’s Auction Gallery, the Car Park, r/o Dorking Halls, RH4 1SG crowsauctions.co.uk 01306 740382 MIDLANDS 2. Cuttlestones Auctioneers & Valuers Forthcoming sales: 6th September – 7th September Fine Art and Antique at Penkridge Auction Rooms. 12th September – Antique and Interiors at Penkridge Auction Rooms. 21st September – Specialist Collectors' at Wolverhampton Auction Rooms. Quarterly two day Art & Antique auctions at our Penkridge Auction House. Regular…

Design icon Laura Ashley was born on 7th September 1925. She and her husband Bernard went on to create one of Britain’s most iconic homeware brands. On 8th September 1847 William Morris’s father died, prompting the family to move to the Water House in Walthamstow. It is now home to the William Morris Gallery. 73 years after the ‘unsinkable’ ship collided with an iceberg on its maiden voyage, the wreck of the RMS Titanic was finally discovered on 1st September 1985.…

10 ANGLO SAXON METALWORK Sitting in tenth place is Anglo Saxon metalwork, which was chosen by Antiques Roadshow expert and author Paul Atterbury, with the Alfred Jewel being his favourite example. Commissioned by King Alfred, its original use was as an aestel (or pointer) to guide those reading religious texts. ‘It makes a powerful statement about religion, politics and civilisation,’ says Paul. 9 ARTS & CRAFTS TAPESTRIES H&A’s editor, Mel Sherwood, lauds William Morris’s tapestry designs as some of Britain’s best. ‘I am not surprised to see Arts and Crafts tapestries in the top 10,’ says Mel. ‘They are the perfect symbol for the shift we are seeing towards the appreciation of quality craftsmanship and, of course, they are stunning.’ 8 CHIPPENDALE FURNITURE As 2018 marks the 300th anniversary of…

INSPIRED BY THE ANCIENTS From the second half of the 18th century, Britain was gripped by neoclassical fever. Excavations at Herculaneum and Pompeii had unearthed captivating treasures, and the architect Robert Adam was designing buildings influenced by ancient Greece and Rome. In Burslem, Josiah Wedgwood was similarly entranced and worked to refine his stoneware into something that might match the artefacts of the ancients. In 1774 he hit on the formula for a hard, fine-grained stoneware that could be stained in a variety of colours. The clay was shaped into vases, urns, plaques and tableware, and decorated with applied figures and motifs, inspired by classical art. At the time, the most famous classical artefact was the cameo glass Portland Vase, made in the first century. Josiah worked for many years…

The rich colours and patterns of handmade rugs add warmth and opulence to interiors and have been treasured by collectors for centuries. Keeping rugs clean isn’t just a question of making them look good – if you don’t remove grit and dust it may become embedded in the structure of the rug and cause damage that will shorten its life. Not cleaning a rug may also encourage moths. Handmade rugs should be vacuumed with extreme caution: never vacuum fringes and bear in mind overzealous use of powerful vacuum cleaners can damage knots. If your rug is made from silk or is a delicate and valuable antique, it’s best to give it to a professional to clean. Other rugs can be cleaned by hand at home. How often you do so…

SHINING EXAMPLE Antique silver cutlery is a good buy at auction. This harlequin set of Queen’s Pattern cutlery – over 70 pieces – was made in Glasgow between 1853-1908. Estimate £1,000-£1,500 CLASSICAL THEME This pair of late 18th to early 19th-century oil paintings of Diana the Huntress and Flora the Goddess of Flowers made an attractive lot. Estimate £300-£500 SO DECO Made from walnut wood and measuring 55cm high, the simplicity of this sleek 1930s occasional table would suit a modern decorating scheme. Estimate £100-£150…

The letters ‘V&A’ conjure up wondrous images for many of us: leafy South Kensington; stunning Victorian architecture; world-class examples of art and design; an ‘ace caff’ (to quote the ’80s slogan). But, from September, a new image will appear in our mind’s eye: the Dundee harbour. The only permanent V&A museum in the world outside London is about to open in Scotland, and it’s as inextricably linked to its city as the original. Designed by the acclaimed Japanese architect Kengo Kuma, the striking building resembles a majestic modernist ocean liner, moored on the River Tay. The museum is the focal point of a multimillion-pound transformation of Dundee’s waterfront, which once acted as the seafaring gateway to the world’s trade routes. As Scotland’s first dedicated design museum, it will host international…

WOOLLEY & WALLIS The UK’s leading regional auctioneers. Specialist departments including Silver, Jewellery, Medals, Paintings, Furniture, Tribal Art, Ceramics, Design and Asian Art. @woolleyandwallissalerooms woolleyandwallis.co.uk BOADICEA ANTIQUES Based in London sourcing antiques, decorative pieces and curios from around Europe. Do check them out! @boadicea_decorative_antiques boadiceadecorativeantiques.co.uk LITTLE TREASURES VINTAGE Full of unusual and interesting items, Little Treasure Vintage is also an Annie Sloan stockist and can cater to all your up-cycling needs. @littletreasurelittledecorator /ltreasures PAUL HACKMAN ANTIQUES Paul Hackman. Dealing in crusty old paint, tactile seating, West Country furniture and other folky treasures. @paulhackmanantiques paulhackman.co.uk SAMARKAND DESIGN Lovely handmade lampshades in vintage silk sarees and artisan-dyed fabrics. Plus unique home accessories from around the world. @samarkanddesign @samarkanddesign B2B EVENTS B2B Events Organisers of antique, vintage, retro, flea and collectors fairs –…

My home in one word is temporary. It comes with the job. My next renovation project is doing up our narrowboat. I’d live like a student if it were up to me, but my partner [Reverend David Coles] has a genius for designing and building things. The first piece of furniture I bought was a large wood-framed mirror, which sounds rather narcissistic. I bought it in a junk shop behind Euston station in 1980, and there was a Dymo-printed label on it saying ‘Property of JT Pooley’. It’s currently hanging on my bedroom wall. The oldest thing in my home is a little clay oil lamp that we sometimes use for Evening Prayer. It’s nothing special, but it was made for a church in Egypt in the 3rd century. have…

Mary Jane Baxter  wrote ‘Design for Dundee: Scotland’s new V&A’, page 136 A former H&A columnist, Mary Jane Baxter is a writer, maker and freelance journalist. She is based in London but travels extensively in her Mobile Makery, an upcycled craft studio on wheels, from which she blogs and runs creative workshops. ‘At the moment my favourite museum is the Fashion Museum in Bath, but V&A Dundee might become my new favourite very soon!’ Lennox Cato  spoke with Sophie Hannam in ‘Inside Antiques’, page 106 A dealer specialising in antiques from the Georgian and Regency periods, Lennox Cato has become a familiar face on our television screens since joining Antiques Roadshow as a furniture specialist in 2004. ‘My favourite museum is the Wallace Collection in Manchester Square, London. It is…

SHAPE AND FORM Quirky, geometric shapes and repeating patterns are together a hot topic, and they make quite the statement wallcovering. The Marie wallpaper from Sandberg, £89 per 10 metre roll, features architectural arches and comes in three glossy pastel shades. If you’ll excuse us, we’re just off to find the pasting table... +46 321 53 16 60; sandbergwallpaper.com LIGHTBULB MOMENT Whether you use these exposed pendant lights to make a statement above a dining table, or hang either side of a bed for nighttime reading, they’ll add industrial glamour to any space. The Marbled Pendant from Nove (from £140) is crafted from luxury brass elements and grained cork. Plus, any pendant can be fixed to a wall with an attractive bracket. novelighting.com Colour Crush We’re giddy for the delicious…

I am a Senior Stylist and Trend Specialist, responsible for curating the global designs and colour trends for Graham & Brown. I also work closely with some of our celebrity designers to bring their ideas to life, alongside styling wallpapers for our customers to create beautiful ranges. I first became involved in the wallpaper industry 20 years ago, after transferring from textiles. And I have never looked back! A typical day is hard to describe, as my role is so diverse. One day I could be presenting the future trends to customers, the next I could be working on a designer collaboration, trying out new techniques in our proofing department or briefing a designer on a new range. Every day is different. I love taking pictures. My friends are now…

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The Owners William Emmett and Nicholas White (right) own Emmett & White Antiques and Interiors (emmettandwhite.com). They live here with their pugs,Jimmy and Duke, and Fran, a spaniel. The Property The house is Georgian (early 18th-century George II). Above the shop, the living space includes a kitchen, dining room, drawing room, two bathrooms, master bedroom and dressing room. William Emmett’s love of antiques started when he was just a little boy. He recalls sitting in his mother’s embroidery shop in Marlow, Buckinghamshire, during the summer holidays and, to pass the time, he’d nip out and browse all of the local antiques shops. ‘I’d buy the odd piece and, before I knew it, I’d filled my bedroom with pocket-money finds. I had a large, iron-framed bed, used Victorian oil lamps instead…

What type of designs are you drawn to? I’ve always loved bold, larger prints and those that depict flora and fauna. I remember visiting William Morris’s home as a child and falling in love with his designs. I also love the Josef Frank patterns from Svenskt Tenn – the flora and fauna take on a more psychedelic tone but the colours are traditional, so can sit anywhere. I think my all-time favourite design is Liberty’s c1900 Ianthe Tana Lawn fabric. It has come in and out of fashion but when see a I curtain or a sofa covered in it I just want to dive into it. It exudes the decadence and razzmatazz of the 1920s and 1930s. What is your starting point for choosing patterns for a certain room?…

Vintage and antique textiles are available through specialist shops. If the fabric is worn, a special backing can be added to strengthen it. Check that the fabric quantity is enough. If necessary, a plain fabric can be used for the outside back and arms of a chair or to border a cushion. Another method is to create a panel from old fabric by adding a border and rope braid. This can be used in the seat and back cushions, the rest of the chair being completed with modern, plain fabric. It is possible to cover furniture with antique textiles other than furnishing fabrics but it is never easy – let your upholsterer guide you. Animal hides, which often require seaming together to make a large enough piece, are a challenge…

See Circus250.com for more details GIFFORDS CIRCUS Giffords Circus has been touring with its 2018 show My Beautiful Circus this summer. Catch it at the following places: Minchinhampton, 16th-28th Aug Marlborough, 31st Aug -10th Sept Cirencester, 13th-24th Sept Stroud, 27th-30th Sept 0845 459 7469; giffordscircus.com CELEBRATING SANGER Newbury in Berkshire commemorates the life and times of circus master ‘Lord’ George Sanger, who was born in the town, with an exhibition of his life and the world of Victorian performers, travelling fairs and British circuses past and present. At the Corn Exchange, Newbury until 2nd September. 0845 521 8218 cornexchangenew.com THE EXPLODED CIRCUS The Exploded Circus finishes its latest tour at Lancaster Arts on 23rd-25th November. Performed by a female-led cast, you’re invited to step inside the moment where an explosion…

25 THOMAS TOFT’S CERAMICS Nominated by ceramic artist Kate Malone. 24 COADE STONE Picked by furniture designer Tim Gosling. 23 OYSTER MARQUETRY Selected by furniture designer John Makepeace. 22 BOW PORCELAIN FIGURES Fashion and interior designer Matthew Williamson’s choice. 21 18TH & 19TH-CENTURY SATIRICAL PRINTS Picked by Antiques Roadshow (AR) expert and author Marc Allum. 20 18TH & 19TH-CENTURY CHIMNEY PIECES Selected by antiques dealer and period interiors expert Will Fisher. 19 JAMES GILES’ GLASS Championed by AR expert and Glass Etc owner Andy McConnell. 18 PEDESTAL DESKS The choice of AR expert and specialist dealer Lennox Cato. 17 18TH-CENTURY BUREAUX Nominated by interior designer Joanna Wood. 16 GEORGIAN CHANDELIERS Selected by interior designer Clarissa Hulse. 15 REGENCY BROWN FURNITURE Chosen by interior designer and cook Sophie Conran. 14 COUNTRY…

CLASSICAL INFLUENCES For a striking display in your kitchen or dining room, arrange your pieces of Jasperware with other collections of vintage ceramics and glassware. Mixing practical and pretty pieces from different styles and eras creates a fresh, eclectic look better suited to a contemporary home than a more formal arrangement of a unifying style. INTO THE BLUE A modern homage to Jasperware is Wedgwood’s new range of Burlington pots (from £55 each). Featuring the iconic Wedgwood blue and white colour scheme, these will bring the spirit of Jasper with a contemporary twist into your home. For best effect, group a few on a window sill and fill with flourishing house plants or herbs. SUBTLE ELEGANCE Classic Jasperware is instantly recognisable and brings a touch of neoclassical elegance to any…

FAIR DATES North & Scotland 1st-2nd Edinburgh Antiques, Vintage & Collectors Fair, The Royal Highland Centre, Ingliston, Edinburgh, EH28 8NB. 8.15am-4.30pm Saturday, 10am-4pm Sunday. £5 Saturday (£6 before 10am), £4 Sunday. 01636 676531; b2bevents.info 7th-9th The Decorative Home & Salvage Show, Ripley Castle, Harrogate, HG3 3AY. 10am-5pm (12pm-5pm Friday). £7.50 (£10 Friday). 01298 27493; asfairs.com 8th Vintage Fair at Square Chapel, Square Chapel Centre for the Arts, 10 Square Road, Halifax, HX1 1QG. 10am-4.30pm. £2. 07717 288675; yorkshirevintagefairs.com 15th Antiques and Collectors Fair, St George’s Hall, Liverpool, L1 1JJ. 9.30am-4pm. £3. 0151 259 6873; carbootle.co.uk 23rd Fancy That? Vintage Bazaar, Glenesk Hotel, Edzell, Angus, DD9 7TF. 11am–4pm. Free. 01356 648732; wefancythat.co.uk West & Wales 1st Lostwithiel Antiques & Collectors Market, Scout Hut, Cattle Market Car Park, Lostwithiel, Cornwall, PL22 0HE.…

RRS DISCOVERY Proudly anchored alongside V&A Dundee is RRS Discovery, the world-famous research vessel that bore Captain Scott and Ernest Shackleton on their first expedition to Antarctica in 1901. Built in Dundee itself, Discovery was one of the last wooden three-masted barque-rigged sailing ships to be constructed, and it is thrilling to climb aboard this legendary vessel. rrsdiscovery.com VERDANT WORKS Verdant Works, a former jute mill, started production in 1833. Now an award-winning museum, it depicts the daily grind of the city’s jute workers and brings to life the din of the factory floor. verdantworks.com DUNDEE WOMEN’S TRAIL Mark the centenary of voting rights for women and learn about some of the amazing characters who touched this Scottish city with a walk along The Dundee Women’s Trail.dundeewomenstrail.org.uk DUNDEE CONTEMPORARY ARTS…

A Adrian Alan at LAPADA 020 7495 2324; lapada.org Alessi alessi.com Amara 0800 587 7645; amara.com Ardingly Antiques & Collectors Fair 01636 702326; iacf.co.uk/ardingly Artisanna 07802 535789; artisannalondon.com Association of Master Upholsterers and Soft Furnishers 01494 569120; upholsterers.co.uk Atelier Curiosa etsy.com/uk/shop/ateliercuriosa B Barker and Stonehouse 0333 355 9392; barkerandstonehouse.co.uk Bedsteads 01275 464114; bedsteads-uk.co.uk Bentleys 020 7730 6832; bentleyslondon.com Brave Fine Art at Decorative Collective 0121 493 7286; decorativecollective.com Brights of Nettlebed 01491 641115; brightsofnettlebed.co.uk Brownrigg at Decorative Collective 01666 500850; decorativecollective.com C The Canterbury Auction Galleries 01227 763337; thecanterburyauctiongalleries.com Castlegate House Gallery 01900 822149; castlegatehouse.co.uk Christopher Clarke Antiques 01451 830476; campaignfurniture.com CJ Martin (Coins) & Ancient Art Ltd 020 8364 4565; antiquities.co.uk Clarke & Clarke clarke-clarke.com Cole & Son 020 8442 8844; cole-and-son.com Colony 020 7351 3232; colonyfabrics.com The Conran…