Wiston Estate | West Sussex | 28-30 August 2026
New for 2026
Things to do

The Wellness Garden

Located a stones-throw from the Garden Stage, our brand new Wellness Garden will be a sanctuary for festival-goers to pause and refresh.

Brought to you together with Kintsugi Hope this space offers a curated selection of wellness stalls, mental and physical wellbeing workshops, pampering treatments, health classes, beauty products and more plus a gorgeous picnic space to unwind. The Wellness Garden is set to become a new crowd favourite.

Together with Kintsugi Hope

Kintsugi Hope equips churches to support mental and emotional wellbeing in their communities. Through wellbeing groups, training and resources, we enable churches to provide practical support, build resilience, reduce isolation and help people experience hope, belonging and God’s love.

See who's already joining us for 2026...

Explore The Wellness Garden exhibitors below

Quotes From Exhibitors

Philippa, Philippa Yates Designs

“It was my first time at the Big Church Festival and I can honestly say it far exceeded my expectations! The atmosphere was buzzing and I met so many encouraging and brilliant people! Everything was well-organised and we were looked after so well by Becky all weekend. The sun shone, the music was excellent and worshipping together with thousands of other people was really quite special. I had such beautiful conversations with people who loved my makes and I really felt like I found my people! I will definitely be coming back again!”

Kate, Olive Leaf Designs

“The thing I love most about being a part of Big Church Festival is the amazing conversations we have with people. This year I was so encouraged when a lady came up to me and shared that a card she had bought from me the year before at Big Church Festival had been the catalyst in her Rebuilding her relationship with her son. It’s so encouraging to know that the things I create are having a positive impact in people’s lives.”

Nick, The Christian Poster Company

“It’s a long drive down to BCF from Liverpool, but it’s so definitely worth it! I mainly sell online, so to meet customers face to face and hear how they are using my products is so encouraging. Sales were great at the event itself and, having also exhibited the previous year, I often get online customers who mention that they first came across me at BCF.”

Applications for the Makers Market will close on December 12th, 2025, and applicants will be contacted in January 2026 to confirm if their application has been successful.  Applications for the Wellness Garden will close on March 22nd 2026, and applicants will be contacted by April 17th 2026 to confirm if their application has been successful.  For The Expo and all other advertising opportunities, we will respond to you within 14 days of receiving your application to let you know if it has been accepted. If you haven’t heard from us after 14 days, then please let us know by emailing [email protected].

Our aim is to provide the best experience for our guests, exhibitors and advertisers. We may reject applications if we have already received applications from similar trades or ministries. For this reason, we advise you to submit your application as soon as possible.

Most stands/stalls will need insurance cover of at least £5 million. However, if your stand is a table and pop-up only, then we can accept Public Liability Insurance of at least 2 million. If you are unsure please email [email protected]

The Makers Market is only open to businesses that fit the criteria of ‘unique or handmade artwork, craftwork or gifts’

The Wellness Garden is only open to business that fit the criteria of offering health and or wellbeing experiences/products that help people feel uplifted, encouraged and renewed.’

All other businesses or organisations should apply for The Expo.  If you’re unsure, feel free to email us at exhibitors@bigchurchfestival.com.

Yes. Advertising is the same in both versions of the programme but you will need to supply us with two different size adverts.

After your application has been accepted, you’ll be sent an invoice which will need to be paid within 14 days.