A New Community Folklore & Wellbeing Gathering in Cambridge
The Winter Folklore Fayre is a unique new folklore, divination and wellbeing event coming to Fulbourn, Cambridge on Saturday 21st November 2026.
Hosted by Soulful Gatherings, this atmospheric indoor gathering brings together folklore-inspired traders, artisan makers, divination arts, seasonal traditions, local history and community connection for a day celebrating the strange, wonderful and deeply rooted traditions that have shaped our communities.
Designed as more than simply a market or psychic fair, The Winter Folklore Fayre is being intentionally curated as an experience — a place to wander, discover, listen, learn and connect.
£3 cash on the door | Under 12s free | Free parking on site
What To Expect
Visitors can expect a carefully curated mix of:
• Folklore-inspired artisan traders
• Seasonal and nature-led crafts
• Traditional divination arts, including rune readings
• Readers and mediums
• Handmade gifts, books, artwork and curiosities
• Local folklore and unusual history
• Wellbeing and holistic spaces
• Talks and demonstrations throughout the day
• Folklore-inspired experiences
• Community connection and seasonal atmosphere
Featured Talks & Demonstrations
Alongside our carefully curated traders, readers, makers and wellbeing spaces, The Winter Folklore Fayre will include a programme of talks and demonstrations exploring folklore, unusual history, ancient beliefs and some of the traditions and practices that continue to fascinate us today.
THE CAMBRIDGE HISTORIAN
The history you won't usually find in the history books.
The Cambridge Historian will be presenting a talk exploring the alternative, unusual and often overlooked sides of local history.
Expect some of the stories that don't always make it into the history books, drawing on Cambridge and Cambridgeshire's folklore, beliefs, people and past, followed by an opportunity for questions and discussion.
PETE JENNINGS – GRUFF BOOKS
Anglo-Saxon Elves
Author and former President of The Pagan Federation, Pete Jennings joins us for a special 45-minute talk on Anglo-Saxon Elves, drawing on the research behind his Aelphame Trilogy.
Pete will also be joining the Fayre with Gruff Books and offering rune readings during the day.
THE ENGLISH GODDESS PROJECT
Senuna: Goddess at the Source of the River Cam
Suzie, founder of the English Goddess Project, will explain how she came to discover Senuna, a little-known Romano-British goddess whose remarkable collection of votive offerings was discovered near the source of the River Cam.
She will explore what is actually known about Senuna from the archaeological evidence, before describing how she set out to discover who this almost-forgotten goddess might be today.
Suzie will share some of the techniques she has used in her research, combining historical and archaeological investigation with fieldwork, observation of the landscape and personal spiritual practice. She will also describe her experiences and reactions while visiting springs, waterways and other significant locations along the River Cam, and how these encounters have gradually shaped her understanding of Senuna.
This is the story not simply of researching an ancient goddess, but of attempting to encounter her again within the living landscape.
PALM & BOWL
Light Language – Talk & Demonstration
Natalie Jane Lal of Palm & Bowl will be joining us for a talk and live demonstration exploring Light Language.
Natalie has worked with Light Language for six years, with her practice drawing on frequency and vibration alongside archetypes, symbolism, ancient stories, pantheons and languages.
Further details about Natalie's talk will be announced shortly.
Further details and final timings for talks and demonstrations will be announced nearer the event.
Why This Event Is Different
The Winter Folklore Fayre is a unique new folklore event for Cambridge and Cambridgeshire.
Rather than a traditional market or psychic fair, it has been created as a community gathering where folklore, history, seasonal traditions, artisan craft, divination and wellbeing sit alongside one another.
The aim is to make folklore, storytelling and the more unusual sides of history feel alive and accessible again — something to explore, talk about and experience together.
Whether you are fascinated by local legends, curious about old beliefs, interested in traditional divination, seeking unusual artisan gifts or simply looking for something a little different to do in Cambridgeshire, this gathering offers a day of discovery, curiosity and connection.
Cambridge Winter Folklore Fayre 2026
Saturday 21st November
10.30am–4pm
The Townley Hall, Fulbourn
Advance tickets £2.50
£3 cash on the door
Under 12s free
Free parking on site