Lough Neagh Artisans Market

Lough Neagh Artisan Market

Artisan Market

The Lough Neagh Artisans market, located at the Lock Keeper’s cottage in Toome, is a vibrant showcase of local culture and talent. Open on select Sundays, visitors can explore an array of artisan crafts, arts, and food that reflect the region’s unique heritage. From handmade crafts to intricate artwork, each stall offers something special. Food enthusiasts will be tempted by the delightful selection of artisanal food products and flavorful street food, each providing a culinary journey through local traditions and tastes. Boat trips on the River Bann or Lough Neagh (weather depending) offer a chance to take in the scenery, while live entertainment adds to the festive ambiance. Set at the point where Lough Neagh meets the River Bann, the market not only provides an enriching experience but also presents captivating views of the landscape.  The Lock Keepers Cottage will be open as usual selling hot drinks, a selection of homebakes, soup and sandwiches.

NEXT MARKET: Sunday 21st September, 12pm – 4pm

Market Traders

Below is a list of confirmed traders – this list is subject to change at late notice.

Business Name

Details

Annie’s Delights 

Annie’s Delights are a single handed producer of award winning Jams, Curds, Marmalade, Chutneys and Bakes

Noreen’s Nettles 

Nettle Tea,Nettle Cordial,Nettle seed crackers.nettle shortbread/fifteens.(Plus Nettle salve)

Walled City Fudge 

We handmake our Irish Butter Fudge in our shop based within the historic Derry City Walls. We stock a range of 15-20 flavours from our signature old-fashioned caramel & vanilla to the more on trend flavours such as Matcha Coconut, Smores or Lemon Balm & Basil. We sell by the bar or gift boxes of 4 bars.
We also offer seasonal ranges at Christmas, Easter etc.

Mks creations 

Wreaths planter’s and arrangements 

Woolie Wonders Cards and Gifts 

Slate clocks and plaques. Decoupaged shovels trowels ,stones and keyholders. Glass wts, mugs, coasters, keyrings

Sage and Soul

Sage and Soul specialises in hand crafted resin jewellery inspired by nature, celestial elements, colours and textures, and Northern Ireland. Every piece of jewellery I make is high quality, hypoallergenic, water resistant, and everything comes beautifully presented in FSC certified gift boxes and organic cotton bags – making my pieces perfect for gifting while keeping sustainability in mind.

John Taggart Photography

Fine Art Irish Landscape prints in handmaid frames and blocks

PureThaisauces l

Thai cooking sauces

Royal Society for the Protection of Birds

We aim to protect nature across the UK and abroad. To do this we need to raise funds through membership. We use great events like this to both raise awareness and sign up new members to the charity. We also sell our much coveted pin badges for a suggested donation of £2.

Mark & Max’s Luxury Houses

I make miniature driftwood houses/ landscapes using driftwood collected from Murlough beach. Pieces are decorated with dried flower heads from my garden covered in dyed cardboard fibre. 

Cocobros chocolate 

Artisan chocolate bars hand painted using local sourced ingredients for world wild favourites, caramel truffles and handcrafted hearts

Emerald grace

handmade necklaces, earrings and bracelets with pearls, stones and beads

Carrick Foods

I produce awarding winning bread “Stout City Loaf” with uses a local craft stout “Oyster Stout” which inturn uses the famous “Lough Foyle flat bed Oyster. I also used local flour & buttermilk to make the bread so it’s a local story. I also make a range of award winning Premium Baking Mixes with also use local ingredients. We don’t use any preservatives and our packaging if 100% recyclable. We have also created a “Master Bakers Kit” for the cook in your life. The brings together the best to create the perfect starter kit for home baking. 

The Moss House Candles

The Moss House are candlemakers based in Belfast. We make luxury hand poured soy wax candles and soy wax melts in small batches.
The fragrances for our signature range of candles are based on the sights and scents of Ireland and we also produce candles with a seasonal twist!

nitted things

knitted animals, dolls, seasonal and normal decor, shoe and bag charms, beaded pens

The Hunny Bay Co.

100% Soy Wax, Luxury Hand-poured Candles, Wax Melts & Tarts, and Reed Diffusers.
All products are vegan, ethically and sustainably sourced, cruelty-free and BS EN 15493 Compliant. Hand-poured in County Down, Northern Ireland.
All products are available in over 20 distinctive scents across three collections:

Little Bloom Co. 

Seed bombs, crafting kits, comic style books and colouring books, jewellery, pins,  candles, lip balm,  ceramics, 3d printed items, resin items and cards

Becca Calmont

Demi fine silver and gold vermeil jewellery.  Hand made silver pieces and a mix of new and reclaimed pearl pieces.  

I Knead Pizza

Pizza producer, fresh stone baked Italian base pizza, Sold will be Margherita, Pepperoni, Meat Feast & Vegetarian

The Pancake Lady 

Hot mini pancakes with a variety of sauces and toppings 

ArtByKieranB

Original Watercolour Art & High Quality framed and unframed Prints of that art

Cloverhill Ceramics 

Handmade ceramics made using stoneware clay, mostly thrown on the potters wheel. Most items are functional ware including mugs, bowls, plates, soap dishes, vases and dishes. 

Solas Bath Body Home 

Bath – Essential oil bath bombs
Body – tallow soap, shampoo bars
Home – soy candles, melts & reed diffusers 

Eriu Designs

clay cottages, some on driftwood, and log plaques

Pie In The Sky

Individual handmade artisan pies & quiches

Carraig Dubh

Locally reared dexter beef products

The Daily Apron

Sourdough bread, focaccia, baguettes, bagels, fig and walnut bread, sausage rolls, chickpea rolls, croissants, cinnamon swirls, almond croissants, danish, cruffins, pistachio biscotti, apple turnovers 

Ballyriff Buffalo

Buffalo products – hot food and meat available

Useful Imformation for attending the market

Visitors are advised to bring cash, as the connectivity for card payments is not reliable.  Parking is available at Toome House and in the car park at the chapel.  Public toilets are available on the main street.  

Support the Lough Neagh Artisan Market

At the heart of our community, the Lough Neagh Artisan Market thrives on the passion and dedication of a small group of volunteers. Without any funding, the market relies entirely on the strength and spirit of our local community. From setting up to taking down, marshalling the event, and supporting our traders through purchases, every helping hand contributes to the market’s success.

We’re always looking for enthusiastic individuals who are keen to contribute their time and skills to help our market flourish. Whether you can offer a few hours for setup, assist with customer queries, or help ensure the smooth operation of the market, your support is invaluable to us.

If you are interested in volunteering, please get in touch with us at loughneaghartisans@gmail.com.

 

Follow us on social media

Facebook

Instagram

Twitter 

#LoughNeaghArtisans8