Information

Welcome to Coldingham Gala and Country Fayre, an event which has been running annualy since 1977.

With a varied programme from live stage acts, craft stalls, car boot, funfair rides, free magic show, kids entertainment their is fun for all the family. The gala is only made possible each year due to our many generous Sponsors

The Gala will be held on the playing field off School Road, offering a varied programme of events and activities for all the family. All money raised will benefit local charities.
Entry: £3.00 Adult, £1.50 Kids (5-16), £1.50 Seniors (60+), £7.00 Family (2 adults & 2 children), Under 5's free.

Great for Kids !!

Multiple Kids Activities including: Funfair rides, bouncy castle, free magic shows and kids entertainer and free face-painting.

Slaters Funfair : for infants right through to adults. Slaters have provided all the fun of the fair here at Coldingham Gala for a number of years. They always bring a variety of different rides for all to enjoy.

Gladys ChuckleButty : Gladys will have you laughing the whole way through her excellent magic shows and kids entertainment. Great fun for everyone.

Great for Adults !!

Live Music and Stage Acts

The 2025 Stage Acts performing were the Coldingham Ukelele Band, Frank Stride Band, Echo Zoo, Black Sheep, Best Dressed Blues Band, Andy Valentine and The Luna Negra Dance Troupe

Full Bar, Teas, Food Stalls, Car Boot Sale, Dog Show, Craft Stalls, Tombola, Tug o' War, Slater's Fairground Rides and more ...

Car Boot : All the Details

Craft Fair : All the Details

Bar : The favourite attraction for some. With locally sourced craft beers and ciders, why not enjoy a drink while watching the acts on stage which in conveniently next to the bar.

Forte Bros Catering : From ice cream to fish and chips, Fortes have you covered. With 4 different vans on site the choice is yours. They have been serving the local area with quality food for generations.

Tea Tent : If you are not for the bar or happen to be the unlucky one who's driving then our tea tent is the place for you. Tea, coffee, soft drinks, kids drinks, homemade cakes and tray bake. Hotdogs available in the tent next door.

Video

A one minute 40 second video taken on the day itself a few years ago, well worth a look. (Copyright - Carol Hallows - Thank you)

Do remember the programme of events change from year to year even if perhaps only slightly.

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Marquee - Craft Fair

It is an excellent opportunity to offer your wares to over 2000 or more paid customers.

For craft and produce sellers we have a large Marquee, 30 metres long, with 3 rows of tables for craft and country goods. A few images of sellers in the Marquee from 2023

Craft Fair : All the Details

Any questions or if you require further information : Email enquiries@coldinghamgala.org

Raffle !!

You DO NOT want to miss this - Tickets sold on the Day (Draw at 4pm) - Just look at the prizes below.

Star Prize - 4 night break for up to 4 people at any Verdant Park

2nd Prize - £50 Hamper from SPAR Coldingham

3rd Prize - Bottle of the Finest Malt Whisky

Raffle : All the Details

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Free Fun Dog Show

There is no requirement for pre-entry and its any dog on the field which fits, or nearly fits, within the category announced.

Categories are obviously flexible on the day but typically best rescue/rehome, best golden oldie, waggiest tail/bottom, scruffiest, young handler up to 8, young handler 8-16 and supreme sausage snaffler !!

Rosettes for All - Planned to take place between 1.30pm - 3.30pm.

There will be no charge for the dog show but as there is an entry fee to enter the field on the day.

Free Fun Dog Show : All the Details

Other Exhibitors (2025)

To find out more information about each exhibitor or organisation then follow their website link.

Exhibitor Website Link
Sea the Change More Information
National Trust St Abbs More Information
Borders Carers More Information
Coldingham Garden Party N/A

Enquiries

If you wish to book a craft stall in the marquee, reserve a car boot space, provide catering or something else then please use one of the email addresses below.

General Enquiry

Make an Enquiry: enquiries@coldinghamgala.org

Car Boot

Car Boot : All the Details
Make an Enquiry: carboots@coldinghamgala.org

Marquee

Craft Fair : All the Details
Make an Enquiry: crafts@coldinghamgala.org

Sponsors for 2026

This section will be updated in due course.

For sponsorship enquiries email enquiries@coldinghamgala.org. As a Sponsor your name appear on our home page and you will receive many other benefits including sponsorship passes. Late Sponsorship will be advertised on Day of the Gala

2025 Sponsors - Last Year (A Big Thank You) can be found on the Sponsors Flyer

Location

Coldingham Playing Field, School Road, Coldingham, Berwickshire, TD14 5NS

There will be no arranged parking this year except for the usual disabled area. There are places to park in and around the village so we ask you to please park safely, sensibly & responsibly. Bus services are available, Border Buses - Service 235.

Images of Coldingham Gala a Few Years Ago
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