The Venerable Bead

09/04/2026

While not making beads and trading, the Venerable Bead spends his Viking time going by Bjarne Rikardson!

16/03/2026

Thats a wrap for ARM

Thank you everyone for coming by our stall this weekend. It was great to see so many bead fans and talk all things historic glass.

We are already looking forward to the markets at the end of the season, with the Cambridge Living History Fair in October and ARM in November.

15/03/2026

It's the last day of the market.

Our sanity seems to still be intact for now.

Hope to see more of you today!

14/03/2026

We're back again for day 2 of ARM.

Hope to see lots of you today!

13/03/2026

The venerable Bead is set up and ready at ARM.

Looking forward to seeing everyone over this weekend.

12/03/2026

Still looking for a last-minute gift for Mother's Day, or want to buy yourself something special? Then look no further! We have a special Mother's Day offer of a bracelet with a purchase of five, non-authentic, glass beads- and get another bead for free. Find us at the Artisans and Reenactors Market tomorrow.

11/03/2026

Trade glass has been found in multiple places across England and Europe, including Whitby, York, Ribe and Birka. I will be selling the sets shown in the photo, which include a variety of chips and rods and a pouch, lovingly made by Mrs Bead (while stocks last, colours may vary). They will be available at the Artisans and Reenactors Market. These are a new Pick 'n' Mix set, so feel free to come and choose your own 3 rods and 3 chips for £10!

10/03/2026

Back by popular demand, our Lucky Dip bags have been filled and are ready to go! Only three more days to go until the Artisans and Reenactors Market

09/03/2026

Not long to go until the Artisans and Reenactors Market. Following on from the popularity of the bees, we've got some more critters ready to adopt! Names welcome for each of these adorable new friends. Put your suggestions in the comments.

05/03/2026

Not long now until we're back at Artisans and Reenactors Market

We hope to see lots of you there!

27/02/2026

Not long now until it's market time. I will be at the Artisans and Reenactors Market again. We look forward to seeing you there!

Trader shoutouts begin TONIGHT! 🎉
Keep an eye out for your favourite makers and traders — and don’t forget to share their posts to spread the word.
Let’s make this the best Artisan & Reenactors Market yet! 🙌

🎟️ Tickets available now:
👉 https://ARMmarch2026.eventbrite.co.uk