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Collect 2026

Collect, presented by Crafts Council, is the only annual art fair on the UK and international circuit dedicated to museum-quality contemporary craft and design.

Early bird tickets available from 14–28 Jan

Dates27 Feb–1 Mar 2026 Collectors' Preview 25 Feb (by invitation only) Preview 26 Feb
TimesThu 26 Feb - 11am–9pm Fri 27 Feb - 11am–8pm Sat 28 Feb - 11am–6pm Sun 1 Mar - 11am–5pm
PriceEarly Bird General Admission tickets £25

Featuring up to 40 specialist galleries from across the globe, Collect provides an unrivalled opportunity to invest in contemporary work from some of the most skilful artists of our time.

Exquisite works include ceramics, furniture, glass, jewellery, wearable art, metalwork, sculpture and textiles. Made from a broad range of materials, each piece is carefully made by the hand, with a rich narrative to tell.

For seasoned collectors, prices range from £50,000 to as little as £500, encouraging those who are starting out on their collecting journeys and looking for stand out art for their homes.

Showcasing as part of Collect is Collect Open, the fair’s platform for bold, craft-led installations by individual artists and collectives. Selected by an expert advisory panel, 11 individual artists will take their creative practices to the next level challenging material, social, political or personal perceptions.

Additionally, Collect will play host to an engaging talks programme, offering visitors a chance to hear from galleries, artists and leading experts in art, craft and design. Entry to the talks is free.

Ticket prices and essential visitor information

Opening Hours

Wed 25 Feb
Media Preview - 1–2pm (invitation only)
Collectors' Preview - 2–9pm (invitation only)

Thu 26 Feb - 11am–9pm
Fri 27 Feb - 11am–8pm
Sat 28 Feb - 11am–6pm
Sun 1 Mar - 11am–5pm

Last entry one hour before close. 

Ticket Types

Preview (26 Feb) - £100

Early Bird General Admission - £25 (available to book 14–28 Jan)
General Admission - £32
Student - £20 (valid 27 Feb - 4–8pm, 28 Feb - 2–6pm, 1 Mar - 11am–5pm)
Student ID must be shown on the door
Child 5-11 yrs - £20 (accompanied by a paying adult)
Child under 5 yrs - Free
Disabled - £25
Disabled Carer - Free

Tickets will be for a day and time slot - we ask you to arrive within this window with your ticket.

Tickets may also be purchased on the day if capacity is available.

Access

If you have access requirements, please visit our Access page. If you would like to discuss your visit in more detail, contact visitor@somersethouse.org.uk.

Bags

Due to the fragile nature of the work on display, backpacks and large bags will not be permitted in the fair. Please avoid bringing these to Somerset House.

Onsite cloakrooms are located in the East and South Wings but please note there is limited space available. The cloakroom cost is £2 per item to store your belongings.

Pushchairs and Buggies

Please be advised that push chairs are not allowed.

Header image: Lee Jung Suk, Fragile 1813, 2018. Presented by Lloyd Choi Gallery at Collect 2026. Photography: Tian Khee Siong. Creative Direction: TM - TsevdosMcNeil. Location: Gubi House.