PRESS RELEASE: Support Makers, Shop Local & Give Back – Discover Unique Handmade Gifts At Cockpit Winter Open Studios

At this one-of-a-kind event, visitors can meet over 175 talented makers in the studios where their incredible work is made. From contemporary ceramics and glass to exquisite jewellery and silversmithing, handwoven textiles and leather accessories, to embroidery, millinery, mosaics, and woodturning, Cockpit is where you’ll discover new creative voices and authentic work. Every purchase directly supports the makers and their independent creative businesses, making it a holiday shopping experience that truly gives back.

Cockpit is a great place to talent spot, especially if you’re searching for something unique, bespoke, and unseen elsewhere. Work of exceptional quality is immediately for sale, but you can also commission pieces straight from the artist, making your gifting truly personal.

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Enter an inspiring world of talent and creativity at Cockpit Winter Open Studios where you’ll discover extraordinary work and makers with a story tell.

Event highlights:

• Discover unique handmade gifts: With makers working across more than 20 craft disciplines, find bespoke and one-of-a-kind items unavailable anywhere else, with price points for all budgets, ranging from luxury to stocking stuffers.

• Holiday shopping with purpose: Cockpit is an award-winning social enterprise that has been supporting makers for nearly 40 years; every entry ticket raises funds for their work with makers.

• Meet the makers: Connect with exceptional artisans, including 14 brand-new makers and several Cockpit Alumni, in an intimate studio setting to learn about their creative processes and inspiration.

• A festive day out: Enjoy seasonal food and hot drinks at Spring Café Cockpit, immerse yourself in the Cockpit community, and enjoy festive holiday cheer while supporting charity.

• Start your shopping early: From 15 November, shop online for unique gifts in The Cockpit Edit at www.cockpitstudios.org/shop before you visit in person

• Early booking incentive: Book your tickets before 31 October and be automatically entered to win a £50 voucher to spend at the event. (Terms & Conditions apply.)

Tickets start from £5 and can be purchased at www.cockpitstudios.org. Discounts are available for advance bookings, concessions (including NHS workers), and locals based in Camden and Lewisham.

EVENT & TICKETING INFORMATION

Cockpit Bloomsbury – 27-30 November 2025

Opening Hours:

• Thursday 27 November, 2-9 pm – VIP & Press Preview (Drinks reception from 5 pm)

• Friday 28 November–Sunday 30 November, 12-6 pm – General admission

Cockpit Deptford – 5-7 December 2025

Opening Hours:

• Friday 5 December, 2-5 pm – VIP & Press Preview

• Friday 5 December, 5-9 pm – Late Opening (General admission)

• Saturday 6 December–Sunday 7 December, 12-6 pm – General admission

Tickets:

• Open Access Pass (multiple entries including VIP Preview) – limited availability:
• Bloomsbury pass (4 days): £30
• Deptford pass (3 days): £25
• Bloomsbury & Deptford pass (all 7 days): £35
• General admission: £10 advance (£12 on the door)
• Concessions (Seniors 65+, students, NHS, unwaged, disabled (carer ticket is free)): £8 advance (£10 on the door)
• Children (16 and under): FREE
• Local Residents – Camden (Bloomsbury) and Lewisham (Deptford): £5 advance (£6 on the door)
• Friday late in Deptford: £5 advance (£6 on the door)

Tickets for Winter Open Studios are now available and can be purchased through Cockpit’s website or Ticket Tailor.

All ticket sales support Cockpit’s work as a registered charity. 

Image Credits: 
Malaika Carr with a visitor at Winter Open Studios 2024. Photo Jamie Trounce​
Rachel Jones - 18Y Marquise Pale Yellow Diamond Ring - photo Juliet Sheath 850