Direct Import specialise in importing specially commisioned ceramics from Italy, Portugal and Thailand.sdf

We also offer a wide range of non-ceramic gifts which are both fun and good value, and not what you would find in your boring average high street shop.

Best Wishes

Gina Bloomfield Signature

Gina Bloomfield

Upcoming Shows

We regularly attend shows all over the UK, please find below the latest upcoming shows and events we will be attending:

Sep 14

AUTUMN GARDEN SEMINAR, The Albert Hall, STIRLING

This year this event will be supporting The Princess Royal Trust for Carers who will receive 40% of the funds raised whilst Maggie's Cancer Caring Centres, The Queen's Nursing Institute Scotland, The Gardens Fund of the National Trust for Scotland, Perennial and The Royal Fund for Gardeners' Children will share 60% net of the funds. DIRECT IMPORT's stand will include many lifestyle products with a gardening theme. Speakers include Sir Roddy Llewellyn Bt., Ursula Buchan, Joe Swift Time: 10.15am - 3.00pm Tickets: £45.00 to include coffee and sandwich lunch with wine. Tickets and further details are available from: Lady Edmonstone, Duntreath Castle, Blanefield, Glasgow G63 9AJ E-mail: juliet@edmonstone.com Tel: 01360 770215

14/09/10 to 14/09/10

Sep 22

DUNDAS CASTLE, South Queensferry, Edinburgh EH30 9

In aid of the R.N.L.I. By kind permission of Lady Stewart-Clark. DIRECT IMPORT will be here for the first time with their wonderful range of jackets and scarves. Also available will be new designs of tablecloths, Jaipuri rugs and cushions, and many other lifestyle products - all at great affordable prices.

22/09/10 to 22/09/10

Sep 29

Tedworth House, Tidworth, Wiltshire

We kick off here with our Christmas Fair Season! As usual, we can provide the best value for money available, as most of our stock comes directly from the factories. The 29th September is an evening preview.

29/09/10 to 30/09/10

Oct 01

Worcester

To be held this year at the Worcester Rugby Club. In aid of the Worcestershire Hunt.

01/10/10 to 01/10/10

Oct 11

Coombeshead, Launceston, Cornwall

In aid of the Home Farm Trust. We hope to be in our usual position on the right as you come into the marquee! We are also hoping for some sunshine this year!

11/10/10 to 12/10/10

Oct 12

Kelso, Roxburghshire

Great to be back in the Borders in 2010 with lots of new stock as well as some old favourites.

12/10/10 to 12/10/10

Oct 19

Uttoxeter, Staffordshire

We return to the Racecourse for the second time after many years away! In aid of the Meynell Hunt.

19/10/10 to 19/10/10

Oct 20

Salisbury Racecourse

A marathon 3-day shopping extravaganza!

20/10/10 to 20/10/10

Oct 26

Westonbirt School, near Tetbury, Gloucestershire

We hope you will find us in our usual position in the Library.

26/10/10 to 27/10/10

Nov 01

Letham Grange, near Arbroath, Angus

In aid of Save the Children. Evening preview on 1st November. Lots of new things!

01/11/10 to 02/11/10

Nov 01

Albrighton Hall, Shrewsbury, Shropshire

Back again for a second time after a prolonged absence. Venue to be announced.

01/11/10 to 01/11/10

Nov 02

Irnham Hall, Grantham, Lincs

A massive shopping experience, in aid of the Lincolnshire Red Cross. We will have a mass of new and exciting products

02/11/10 to 04/11/10

Nov 03

Duntreath Castle, Blanefield, near Glasgow

China, Tablecloths, Ruga & Cushions, Metalware, Cards and a selection from our three shops will be available in this lovely venue

03/11/10 to 03/11/10

Nov 04

Castle Howard, Malton, Yorkshire

The most amazing, unbeatable venue, the most glorious surroundings and civilised shopping. The 5th November is an evening preview.

04/11/10 to 05/11/10

Nov 07

Bangor-on-Dee Racecourse, near Wrexham

Sunday evening preview followed by a day's shopping on the Monday. In aid of the Elizabeth Finn Trust

07/11/10 to 08/11/10

Nov 07

Lainston House Hotel, Winchester, Hants

in aid of CLIC Sargent. Sunday 11am-4pm. Monday 10am-4pm.

07/11/10 to 08/11/10

Nov 09

Oxenfoord Castle, Pathead, near Edinburgh

We've just managed to clear our schedule so we can visit Edinburgh again, and are hugely looking forward to returning to this amazing venue. Once again, some of our old favorites will be available together with many new lines. Also a fabulous range of amusing greetings cards.

09/11/10 to 11/11/10

Nov 10

Bank of England Sports Club, Roehampton, London

In aid of CRUK. Excellent Parking! The 10th November is an evening preview.

10/11/10 to 11/11/10

Nov 12

Lochinch Castle, Ayrshire

A new venue. We are delighted to be back in Ayrshire - our last fair was at Culzean Castle, where they were queuing to get to the DIRECT IMPORT stand.

12/11/10 to 13/11/10

Nov 15

The Crichton, Dumfries

In aid of CLIC Sargent. Another of our favourite events. 18th November is an afternoon/early evening preview. THE ORIGINAL AND THE BEST OF ANY FAIR IN THE AREA! Also the only one where you will find Direct Import.

15/11/10 to 16/11/10

Nov 16

Clive Pavilion, Ludlow Racecourse, Shropshire

The best fair in the area, established at Stokesay many years ago and now held at this delightful racecourse.

16/11/10 to 16/11/10

Nov 18

Waddesdon Manor, Buckinghamshire HP18 0JW

Held in the Glasshouse at Waddesdon Manor. Worth the visit just to see this amazing house and grounds. Convenient for the Aylesbury/Bicester/Wycombe catchment.

18/11/10 to 18/11/10

Nov 18

Erskine Bridge, near Glasgow

In aid of the Hospital. Afternoon preview begins on 19th November at 5pm.

18/11/10 to 19/11/10

Nov 19

Stratford-on-Avon Racecourse

In aid of the Warwickshire Hunt. A great new venue. If you can't get here, you can always visit our shop in Chipping Campden -a mere 10 minutes away! Open 10am-4pm.

19/11/10 to 19/11/10

Nov 21

North Berwick, near Edinburgh

At the Marine Hotel - an excellent chance to stock up during the weekend. 11am to 3pm.

21/11/10 to 21/11/10

Nov 22

Stirling Agriultural Hall, Stirlingshire, Scotland

Formerly held at the Perth Mart. New purpose-built venue. Enjoy the haggis and glühwein as you shop! In aid of CRUK. Evening preview on 22nd November.

22/11/10 to 23/11/10

Nov 24

Hexham Race Course, Northumberland

In aid of the Red Cross. Comfortable shopping.

24/11/10 to 25/11/10

Nov 26

Newmarket Racecourse, Suffolk

Presents Galore will be signposted around the Newmarket area. A huge Christmas shopping experience. In aid of the CRMF. The Friday is an evening preview with wine and rather delicious canapés. We will be sited on the left as you come in to the main building.

26/11/10 to 28/11/10

Dec 07

Banqueting Hall, Whitehall, London SW1

Runs from 2pm to 10pm. In aid of Save the Children. Lots of good nibbles and champagne!

07/12/10 to 07/12/10

Dec 09

Codford Village Hall, Warminster, Wiltshire

A marvellous fair! and nice and near Christmas, too.

09/12/10 to 09/12/10