Our beloved Makers Market will be returning along with another chance to meet our visiting residents and Springboard Studio tenants, along with some new Silversmithing Residents. We'll have a range of new and returning tours and craft demonstrations and once again be inviting visitors to wander through our blossoming Walled Garden. There will be plenty to eat, drink, and experience, so make sure to come along.
Please note: For entry, please book per car rather than per person. We will also have a bus running between Tweedbank Rail Station and the Foundation for those without transport. Please book in advance.
We have a fantastic roster of exciting new and returning artists and creators at our Makers Market this year.
Our wonderful garden team will also have a stall where you can purchase plants grown in our gardens and Hugo Burge Foundation merch as well as take part in some family friendly creative activities, including our Garden Adventure Trail.
Open Studios and Meet our Springboard Studio Residents!
Our residents are so excited to welcome you all into their creative havens where they do some of their most inspirational work. Residents will be hosting craft demonstrations throughout the day. More information to follow.
The 7th generation rush seat chair-makers and craftsmen Richard Platt and Sam Cooper will also have their workshop doors open, offering a fascinating glimpse into their work methods and tools at The Marchmont Workshop. Regular tours will take place in Marchmont Silversmithing Workshop, where our lead silversmiths Katie Watson works with our Springboard Silversmiths Jessica Awaritefe, Iona Hall, and Freya Jeavons.
Head printmaker of our upcoming printmaking studio at Earlston Georgie Fay will be on-site hosting printmaking activities.
We're also beyond excited to have our Springboard Studio residents extend their stay with us for another year!
Sara Rhys is a mixed media artist and illustrator who is based in our Upper Powerhouse Studio!
Scarlett Farrer is a sustainability-focused textile designer who specialises in hand spinning yarn and hand weaving who was was recently awarded Heritage Crafts Young Weaver of the Year 2024. Scarlett will be in our North Studio.
Anna Ólafsson is painter, printmaker, sculptor, designer and metalworker who engraves, carves, and chases precious metals, working also in steel, aluminium and bronze. She will be based in our South Studio.
Walled Garden and Glasshouse
One of the creative hearts of the Hugo Burge Foundation is our tranquil Walled Garden and beautifully restored Glasshouses. These spaces will be open to visit during our Open Studios. Take yourself on a self-led art walk to visit the beautiful sculptures within with one of our garden booklets or grab a delicious pastry from Naked Sourdough who will be setting up shop in our Glasshouses.
Head Gardener Toby Loveday will be giving talks around these spaces to give a bit of insight into the vision and work behind them.
Spend an afternoon relaxing with family and friends in these gorgeously maintained green spaces that blend nature and art.
Food, Drinks, and Sweet Treats
We’ve lined up an incredible array of local vendors to keep you fueled throughout the day.
In our Makers Market and Courtyard:
- Adventure Beans: Expertly brewed coffee and cozy hot drinks for your caffeine fix.
- Pizza Geeks: Legendary, wood-fired Neapolitan pizzas inspired by pop culture.
- Sweets n Treats: A vibrant selection of classic confectionery to satisfy your sweet tooth.
In our Walled Garden and Glasshouses:
- Naked Sourdough: Handcrafted, artisan sourdough bakes and savory treats.
Important Information
Entry is free, but tickets need to be booked for all cars. Please book per car rather than per person and make sure to book early to ensure you snag a time-slot that works for you! Last entry will be 3 PM.
There will be a one-way traffic system in operation during the Open Studios events so that cars will arrive from our Greenlaw entrance and depart via Polwarth. More information to follow before the event.
Accessible parking is available.
Dogs are welcome in the studios and Makers Market but not in our Walled Garden and Glasshouses due to the sensitive nature of the environment.
Our event is more accessible than ever for those without a car! We'll be hosting a bus from Tweedbank station on both the Saturday and the Sunday! You'll need to book in advance, so make sure to snag a spot!
Saturday 6th June
Collect from Tweedbank at 10.15am
Pickup from The Hugo Burge Foundation at 2.50pm
Sunday 7th June
Collect from Tweedbank at 10am
Pickup from The Hugo Burge Foundation at 2.50pm
If you would like to make an optional donation, you will be entered into a raffle to receive a handcrafted item from one of our residents.
Location
This event will take place at the HBF Creative Spaces on Marchmont Estate. You can find us here on Google Maps or use What3Words (nets.routine.glimmers) to find us.
The Hugo Burge Foundation is an independent organisation and is not related or part of Marchmont House except via a commercial lease. Access to the House is not a part of our Open Studios.