Pop-up shop located in the heart of Faversham town centre
About 1697
1697 is a listed property in the heart of Faversham town centre, recently refurbished with the aim of giving local artists and creators a chance to showcase their work and run their own shop.
Please get in contact if you are interested in renting our space.
Upcoming Exhibitions 2026
9th-15th February 2026 - THREE
THREE is a collaboration between artists Clair Meyrick, a vibrant landscape painter, Anne MacLaren, who creates functional and beautiful ceramic forms and Nicola Chatten, who works with simple paper sculptures
16th-22nd February 2026 - Floragy Skincare
Award-winning, naturally derived vegan skincare made in Faversham in small batches
23rd February-1st March 2026 - Yateley Papers
Fabulously British handmade desk stationery, accessories & lampshades, original designs inspired by traditional block prints
2nd-8th March 2026 - Poppekins
Poppekins is a homeware brand created to "Ban The Beige" in your day to day, celebrating bold colour and playful design, designed by Carla who lives in Faversham, all items made in the UK.
9th-15th March 2026 - Field & Folk
A thoughtfully curated collection of handmade ceramics, natural candles, and patchwork textiles by artist Nadine of Field + Folk Studio, alongside ceramic workshops offered in celebration of the season
16th-22nd March 2026 - Siobhan Timoney, Terence Tuck Brown & Kim Barnicott
Terence Tuck Brown - Leather bag designer
Siobhan Timoney - Hat designer
Kim Barnicott - Floral artist
17th March - Leather belt making & Easter wreath making
18th March - Jewellery making & Easter wreath making
Please book workshops in advance - please contact Kim on 07960 881809 or hello@tumbleweedandhonesty.com
23rd-29th March 2026 - Katherine Turner
Contemporary oil painter, specialising in seascapes and famous Kent landscapes, using bright and bold colours to bring out depth and light
30th March-5th April 2026 - MAJestic Arts
We are Majestic, formed by friends brought together through art - Heather Christie, who is a fine art acrylic painter and Claire Austin, who makes unique jewellery using found pottery
6th-12th April 2026 - Spring Collective
Featuring art prints, paintings, collages, stationery, ceramics and textiles from Anne Davison Studio, Lesley Prickett, Lisa Jones and Vicky Hageman
13th-19th April 2026 - Tweed, Textiles and Silver
Harris Tweed, Textile Art and Argentium Silver Jewellery
20th-26th April - Bindfulness Books
Bindfulness Handmade Books brings traditional craft to Faversham with handmade books and bookbinding workshops with Hope Fitzgerald
27th April-3rd May 2026 - Bra Boss of Kent
Joanna, The Bra Boss of Kent, is an award-winning bra fitter who helps women find bras that truly fit. Pop-up shops offer the chance to browse and try on a wide range of bras, with expert advice available in a relaxed, friendly setting
4th-10th May 2026 - Jennifer and Alan Peel
Digital Art, Paintings and Textiles
11th-17th May 2026 - Yateley Papers
Fabulously British handmade desk stationery, accessories & lampshades, original designs inspired by traditional block prints
18th-24th May 2026 - Hare and Moon Jewellery
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25th-31st May 2026 - Marion's Trocs
French antiques and collectables by Marion Tonge
1st-7th June 2026 - Bindfulness Books
Bindfulness Handmade Books brings traditional craft to Faversham with handmade books and bookbinding workshops with Hope Fitzgerald
8th-14th June 2026 - Of Material
Printmaker Kate Clarke, ceramicist Lucy Rutter annd Ros Humphries (The Natural Dyeworks) explore a shared fascination with the process and inherent nature of the materials they work with
15th-28th June 2026 - Earth & Pigment
An eclectic mix of ceramics, prints & drawings by Emma Broughton, Rose Dickinson, Lusie Haggis & Penny Watts
29th June-5th July 2026 - Find Pop Up
A collective of 8 artists from around the South East covering different disciplines
13th-19th July 2026 - Webb & Gray
Luxurious, sustainably made furniture, homewares and gifts plus workshops in gilding and lampshade making with Carrie Webb
20th-26th July 2026 - Floragy Skincare
Award-winning, naturally derived vegan skincare made in Faversham in small batches
27th July-2nd August 2026 - Wonder
A showcase featuring works by AJ Shark, Dark Horse Ornament, Rhea Thierstein, Rosa Bond Ceramics, Mr.O' and The Golden Altar
3rd-9th August 2026 - Ian Morris
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10th-16th August 2026 - Marion's Trocs
French antiques and collectables by Marion Tonge
17th-30th August 2026 - Pearls and Daughters
Exquisite handmade jewellery that celebrates the beauty of heritage and love
31st August-6th September 2026 - Olga Taylor
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7th-13th September 2026 - The Faversham Makers Collective
The Faversham Makers Collective will be popping up with work from Lucy Rutter, Kate Clarke, The Natural Dyeworks, Darkhorse Star, Dering Studio, Floragy, Latham & Neve, Rosa Bond, Lezloworks & Bohemia & Flower
14th-20th September 2026 - Hop Shed Vintage
Unique antique, vintage and interior pieces
21st-28th September 2026 - Claire Grainger + Jacqueline Trice
Claire & Jacqueline are looking forward to returning to 1697. Jacqueline Trice is an artist who works in oil & pastel & enjoys wildlife painting and has been a two-time finalist in the Sketch for Survival art competition. Claire is the jeweller behind Claire Grainger Jewellery & creates timeless pieces in silver & gold using ethically sourced gemstones
28th September-4th October 2026 - Portable Print
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5th-11th October 2026 - Shanaz
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12th-18th October 2026 - Marion's Trocs
French antiques and collectables by Marion Tonge
19th-25th October 2026 - Siobhan Timoney
Terence Tuck Brown - Leather bag designer
Siobhan Timoney - Hat designer
Kim Barnicott - Floral artist
26th October-8th November 2026 - Floragy Skincare
Award-winning, naturally derived vegan skincare made in Faversham in small batches
9th-15th November 2026 - Poppekins
Poppekins is a homeware brand created to "Ban The Beige" in your day to day, celebrating bold colour and playful design, designed by Carla who lives in Faversham, all items made in the UK
16th-22nd November 2026 - Shanaz
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23rd-29th November 2026 - Find Pop Up
A collective of 8 artists from around the South East covering different disciplines
30th November-6th December 2026 - Field & Folk
A thoughtfully curated collection of handmade ceramics, natural candles, and patchwork textiles by artist Nadine of Field + Folk Studio, alongside ceramic workshops offered in celebration of the season
7th-13th December 2026 - Bindfulness Books
Bindfulness Handmade Books brings traditional craft to Faversham with handmade books and bookbinding workshops with Hope Fitzgerald
14th-24th December 2026 - Pearls and Daughters
Exquisite handmade jewellery that celebrates the beauty of heritage and love
Past Showcases
Contact Us
121 West Street
Faversham
Kent
ME13 7JB
info@1697.co.uk