Sherwood Forest has always been a place of stories. A place where strange creatures might lurk behind tree roots and where magic feels a little closer to the surface. This year, one of those creatures is arriving with a grin, a bag full of mischief and a stall packed with wonders. Welcome to Sticks, Stones and Bones, the travelling Goblin Merchant from Gloucester, trading alongside their witchy friends from Cauldron Creations.

This trader has been delighting visitors for around five years, bringing handmade oddities, magical creatures and one of a kind creations to markets and events across the country. When asked what inspired the start of this unusual business, the answer was simple and perfectly goblin like.

“I am a mischief and monster maker. It is in me bones.”

Their work is unique, playful and rooted in imagination. It is the kind of stall that stops people in their tracks, draws them in and leaves them smiling.

A Stall Filled With Magic, Mischief and One of a Kind Creatures

Sticks, Stones and Bones describe their stock in one word. “Unique.” And it truly is.

Their bestselling items are the goblins inspired by classic 80s fantasy films. Visitors often find themselves transported back to Labyrinth, The Dark Crystal or The Neverending Story as they browse the shelves. Each creature has its own personality, its own quirks and its own story waiting to be discovered.

One of the things that surprises people most is that the work is entirely handmade. “OOAK. One of a kind. When it is gone, it is gone.” These are not mass produced pieces. They are crafted with care, imagination and a touch of goblin magic.

While some items are sourced, such as wooden sculptures, the maker strives to create as much as possible. They also bring a selection of medieval replicas cast from carvings found in historical buildings across the UK, adding a layer of real heritage to the fantasy.

A Style All Their Own

Sticks, Stones and Bones do not represent a specific historical period. Instead, they draw inspiration from the fantasy worlds that shaped so many childhoods. Their work feels like stepping into a forgotten corner of an 80s film set, where creatures whisper from the shadows and magic hums in the air.

It is a perfect fit for Sherwood Forest, where folklore and imagination blend naturally with the living history around the site.

Their favourite part of historically inspired events is the immersion.

“Living it and bringing my own twist to it all. They had stories and superstitions back then.”

And this trader brings plenty of both.

Find Sticks, Stones and Bones at Gathering of the North 2026

As you wander through the event next weekend, keep an eye out for the goblin merchant and their collection of magical creatures. Their stall is a place of wonder, laughter and handmade treasures that you will not find anywhere else.

You can find them after the event at: Facebook and Instagram: Sticks, Stones and Bones In person: Gloucester Goblin Merchants, Gloucester city centre, under the shadow of the Cathedral Plus magical items from their friends at Cauldron Creations, just around the corner.

Sherwood Forest is ready for another weekend of stories and surprises. The goblins are coming.