Dirthouse

16/08/2024

Applications are open for our upcoming artisan markets, both indoor and outdoor, in East Finchley.
If you’re a sustainable London-based maker we’d love to hear from you.

Please dm us or email [email protected] with a brief bio of your brand along with your social media handles.

Yes please to handmade jewellery, textiles, homewares, candles, ceramics, sauces and condiments, cakes and confectionery 💜

27/11/2023

A big thank you to all our wonderful stallholders, musicians and helpers, who braved the freezing cold weather for yesterday's Courtyard Market. Big shout out also to Bottles ‘N’ Jars andThe Engine Rooms - Event Space for the use of their space. And a thank you to all those who supported us by coming along and buying from our local creatives and small businesses.
Photos by Sarah Howells of The Archer

24/11/2023

Looking forward to welcoming you to the Courtyard Market on Sunday outside 82-92 Great North Road N2 0NL (near East Finchley station), where you can do all your Xmas gift shopping in one place, and enjoy food drink and live music.

Here are a few more of the local creatives you’ll find:

- animal themed wax melts, animal shaped candles, home fragrances
- handmade jewellery and accessories
- handmade ceramics, crockery including bowls mugs and plates
- local based original screen printed artworks
- hand silversmithed jewellery and unique functional crochet accessories

23/11/2023

Who needs Black Friday when you can support the local economy by buying directly from independent makers and enjoy some delicious food and drink and free live music whilst you’re doing it!

Here’s a few of our lovely creatives who’ll be joining us on Sunday, outside 82-92 Great North Rd, N2 0NL (just down the road from East Finchley tube station.

- handmade natural vegan candles using pure essential oils and eco home decor including handmade plant pots
- handmade kiln-fired glass art and jewellery
- home decoration, fine dining accessories, authentic Turkish towels
- cute and gothic cards, placemats
- hand knitted toys, hats and accessories

22/11/2023

There’s something for everyone at Sunday’s Courtyard Market outside 82-92 Great North Road, N2 0NL (2 mins from East Finchley station)
Here are a few more of our fabulous local creatives:

- handmade silver jewellery, scarves and bags made from recycled kantha fabric
- limited edition hand pulled screen prints, riso prints and etched prints with a modern pop sensibility, pin badges and Christmas cards
- handmade ceramics
- crochet bobble wall hangings, kids jumpers and cardigans
- crochet plushies

21/11/2023

Some more of our talented local creatives! You’ll find the Courtyard Market outside / / on Sunday 26 November. We’re 2 mins walk from East Finchley station, there’s lots of food, a bar, live music and entry is free!

- Ceramic plant pots, glass vases and tea light holders, plant wax candles
IloveN2 - East Finchley-themed prints, cards and tote bags
- handmade fabric accessories and gifts, including Christmas stockings, advent calendars, dog bandanas and baby bibs
- handmade soaps, deodorants lip balms and creams
- bespoke hand silversmithed jewellery in recycled precious metals

20/11/2023

Some of the local creatives you’ll find at the Courtyard Market outside / / on Sunday 26 November. We’re 2 mins walk from East Finchley station and entry is free!

- knitted hats, scarves, gloves and accessories made with Shetland wool
- prints, cards notebooks and original artworks on canvas
- therapeutic and mood enhancing natural skincare natural balms
- bespoke handmade footstools and cushions
- statement handcrafted upcycled plastic jewellery and art prints

19/11/2023

19/11/2023

16/11/2023

Who knew we had so much local talent? We have over 40 local creatives, makers and producers selling everything from deli goods to small batch cosmetics to art and prints to jewellery, accessories and homewares at the I♥️N2 Courtyard Market on Sunday 26 November outside Hexagon Classics near East Finchley tube station.

Plus there’ll be live music from Ben Eaton Music and Regent Community Brass Band in the covered courtyard.

Entry is free, so come down and have a glass of mulled wine, a slice of sourdough pizza… or maybe a bratwurst or a bagel and enjoy the afternoon.
You can even get creative yourself with Ceci Mont’s free upcycling workshops, which will be running all afternoon.

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10/11/2023

Just some of the tasty treats awaiting you at the I♥️N2 Courtyard Market on 26 November:

Artisan oven-baked donuts
French macaronslondon Portuguese and Brazilian cakes
East Finchley honey
Delicious treats for health conscious humans, including gluten and sugar-free options
Fresh filled bagels, pastries, charcuterie, fresh juices
Bottle shop, pantry items, luxury goods and hampers
Bratwurst and Greek wraps
Sourdough pizza
chilled soups and sauces sauce chili sauces and healthy shots
artisan kombucha
sweet and savoury crêpes
and not forgetting mulled wine, beer and wine by the glass and hot drinks from

When: Sunday 26 November, 12-5pm
Where: outside Hexagon Classics/ Bottles ‘N’ Jars 82-92 Great North Road N2 0NL, 2 mins from East Finchley station.

03/11/2023

We’re in the news! Thank you for the mention 🙌

29/10/2023

The nights are drawing in, and that means it’s nearly time for this!
In 4 weeks time we’ll be filling the forecourt of Hexagon Classics and Bottles ‘N’ Jars near East Finchley station with 40 local artisan makers to bring you everything you need for the festive season at the I♥️N2 Courtyard Market.
You’ll find ceramics, homewares, handmade jewellery, small-batch cosmetics, clothing, prints, cards, art, deli goods, local honey, sweet treats, beer and wine, hampers to go… plus there’ll be hot food, crafts and live music in the covered courtyard.
Who knew Xmas shopping could be such fun?

29/10/2023

The nights are drawing in, and that means it’s nearly time for this!
In 4 weeks time we’ll be filling the forecourt of and with 40 local artisan makers to bring you everything you need for the festive season.
You’ll find ceramics, homewares, handmade jewellery, small-batch cosmetics, clothing, prints, cards, art, deli goods, local honey, sweet treats, beer and wine, hampers to go… plus there’ll be hot food, crafts and live music in the covered courtyard.
Who knew Xmas shopping could be such fun?

06/10/2023

We have a rather fabulous selection of local artists, makers and crafters, not to mention yummy local produce and street food, to look forward to at the end of November - and we have room for a few more stallholders. Could that be you?
Check the link in the comments if you’d like to apply.

08/06/2023

If we’re a little quiet at the moment it’s because we’re busy organising this!
Hope to see you in Cherry Tree Wood, N2, on Sunday 18 June for 🎪🎉

05/05/2023

At last! Rosalind Freeborn aka - who you might have spotted at our pop-up market last month - has done an East Finchley design 🤩
It’ll be on sale at on 18 June.

04/05/2023

We can vouch for this gorgeous venue ⬇️

The team are out and about in East Finchley today, introducing local businesses to our stunning venue and sharing some yummy goodies from !

Whether you're looking to host a team building day, product luanch, festive party or networking event (the list is endless!), The Engine Rooms has got you covered.

With flexible packages, state-of-the-art facilities, and an experienced team, we're here to make your event unforgettable.

Ready to start planning? Get in touch with us today and let's make it happen!

📲 02034042490
📧 [email protected]

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24/04/2023

Thank you so much to all those who braved the weather yesterday to visit our pop-up market at - and of course to all our lovely stallholders.
Big shout out to musicians Dave Quirke and , and to the for the use of the courtyard.
We hope to be back later in the year. Watch this space!

23/04/2023

Did we mention we’ve got food? We have fresh bagels charcuterie and deli goods from , sauces and condiments from .sauce, delicious locally made fudge from , and honey, which is made right here in East Finchley. There’s also a selection of goodies in the on-site shop.

Add to the mix a couple of dozen local artisan makers, street food, drinks and live music and you’ve got yourself a market.

Come down and visit us between 12-5pm today (Sunday 23rd). We’re taking up the entire forecourt of and and the rather lovely courtyard too.

22/04/2023

This was us earlier, setting up for the Spring Pop-up Market on Sunday.
There’s live music between 1pm - 4.30pm from Ben Eaton Music Dave Quirke and Dayvid Jo Grant in the covered courtyard, so grab a drink and a bite to eat and let us entertain you!

22/04/2023

The I♥️N2 pop-up market is the destination for pampered pooches tomorrow, where you’ll find the cutest handmade dog clothing by and handmade dog treats by

See the new range of beautiful glass hangers by , paper lampshades which are a work of art in themselves by and leather accessories and homewares by


There’ll also be a great selection of food and live music in the adjoining courtyard. See you at / 82-92 Great North Road N2 0NL, between 12-5pm, Sunday 23 April.

21/04/2023

On Sunday 23 April, 12-5pm, we’ll be taking up the entire forecourt of Hexagon Classics and Bottles ‘N’ Jars for our Spring Pop-up Market, with 30 local artisan makers and producers, selling everything from ceramics, prints, accessories, jewellery and homewares to fresh bagels, charcuterie, local honey and sweet treats.

Chill out or fill up in the covered courtyard, where you’ll find a selection of street food, including tacos, sourdough pizza and sweet crêpes, plus hot drinks and a bar, whilst enjoying live music from Ben Eaton Music, Dave Quirke and Dayvid Grant.

Find us two minutes walk from East Finchley station (under the bridge, just past the end of The Bishops Ave) at 82-92 Great North Road, N2 0NL.
Entry is free.