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Jacqueline Rolls of Willow and Crafts with one of her large bee sculptures

We’re delighted to welcome Willow and Crafts to New Forest Marque Inspired. Jacqueline Rolls aka Willow and Crafts, is a willow sculptor, basket maker and artist whose work is inspired by nature and wildlife. Working with willow and other natural, sustainable materials, she creates expressive and characterful sculptures and organic forms, each with its own…

We’re delighted to welcome local artist Fiona McKinnon, to the New Forest Marque Inspired community. Fiona has been a resident of the New Forest for over 40 years and has a deep love and connection with both the Forest and the sea. After retiring from a career as a social worker and social work educator,…

The New Forest Marque Autumn Market returns this October, bringing together local food, drink, arts and crafts at a brand-new location – Shallowmead Nurseries near Lymington. Taking place on Saturday 24 and Sunday 25 October, the popular market will showcase a selection of New Forest Marque producers and makers, offering visitors the chance to discover…

New Forest Marque Inspired artists will come together this summer for a five-week exhibition celebrating the landscape, wildlife, history and folklore of the New Forest. Running from 22 August to 27 September at the New Forest Heritage Centre in Lyndhurst, the exhibition will feature 18 artists working across painting, ceramics, photography, textiles, jewellery and more.…

We are delighted to welcome FUGA RUSTIC to the New Forest Marque. Based in Exbury, FUGA RUSTIC designs and handcrafts bespoke furniture and functional sculptures inspired by the landscapes of the New Forest. Combining traditional craftsmanship with contemporary design, each commission is individually made to create timeless pieces that are built to last for generations.…

Grab your diaries! Here are some of the fantastic events where you can browse (and buy) local food, drink, arts and crafts from our wonderful New Forest Marque producers. We hope you can join us! The New Forest Marque produce scheme is set up to champion and support businesses who pride themselves on producing and providing…

Meet Jasmin, Membership and Events Coordinator for the creative members of the Marque that belong to our ‘Inspired’ category. A crochet enthusiast and skilled amigurumi (small crochet figures) maker, Jasmin first joined the Marque as an Inspired member back in spring 2024. Jasmin was welcomed by the warm community feeling of the group, and the…

We are delighted to welcome New Forest Pasta Co to the New Forest Marque. New Forest Pasta Co. is an artisan producer of fresh Italian pasta and slow-cooked sauces, made in small batches using traditional bronze dies. Wherever possible, ingredients are sourced from New Forest and Hampshire suppliers, creating authentic, handcrafted food with a strong…

Spring 2026 marks the third consecutive year of collaboration between the New Forest Marque and the New Forest Heritage Centre in Lyndhurst to deliver a themed exhibition showcasing the work of our members: ‘From Myth to Maker’ – New Forest folklore in New Forest crafts. A specially curated selection of Marque members and artisans have…

We’re delighted to welcome Nature Thyme – created by local author Ali Hoyle, to the New Forest Marque Inspired community. Ali has recently launched a series of four seasonal children’s storybooks. Her ‘Wizz and Fizz’ series is inspired by her volunteer work at Four Acre Farm in Ringwood, where she lives. Four Acre Farm is…