Arts, Crafts & Galleries

Every region of the UK has its own local arts scene, some are more arty than others, for instance areas of Devon are incredibly proud of their arts and crafts scene, with towns such as Totnes famed for their independent shops selling locally made crafts and gifts. Everywhere you look you’ll find evidence of the UK’s love of the arts, from Bristol’s graffiti, to London’s galleries, to the architecture of Dundee, which is the UK’s first UNESCO City of Design. It is perhaps not surprising when you consider the UK’s rolling countryside and coastal views, they have been inspiring creative mind for centuries.

It isn’t just Devon that feature locally made gifts, there are many regions of the UK hosting craft fayres and events that focus on home and hand made goods. It is a huge movement in the UK and there is something very special about finding the perfect, unique gift for your loved ones. If you’re looking for somewhere to indulge our artistic side, you’ll find plenty of opportunity to join a course or workshop, or just attend an event and see how the professionals do it.

If you’re not into paintings and that sort of thing, don’t worry, the arts stretch much further than that. You can join in on one of the UK’s literature festivals where all your favourite authors host panels and workshops, drawing you into their fictional worlds. Some of the more famous ones, such as the Hay on Wye festival, Bath’s Children’s Literature Festival and YALC, take place annually and often sell out quickly. Many of these literature festivals take place at indoor venues and have accessible facilities, such as accessible toilets, level access and are suitable for wheel chair use.

Because of the rich heritage of the UK, you’ll find that wherever you look, you’ll find galleries featuring the very best of the UK’s artists, from painting to sculpture and more. Some of the world’s best known galleries can be found in the cities of the UK. Many galleries have been adapted to make them inclusive, even those that are housed in some of Britain’s oldest buildings. You’ll find lifts, wheelchair access, hearing loops and more, many of them are even welcoming of service animals, meaning that anyone can enjoy a few hours admiring some art at their leisure. Some galleries also offer ‘autism friendly’ opening hours where the exhibits are lit in a more comforting way and attendees can walk around in silence without having to worry about any other external stimuli.

As well as established galleries and venues, there are a number of arts bodies that organise exhibitions and performances in towns and cities all over the country and of course, the world famous music festivals, from Glastonbury to Reading and Leeds. The music festivals in the UK range from small park based gatherings to huge sprawling fields attracting the top acts in the music industry. The UK’s music festivals work hard to make sure their sites and the performance areas are accessible, so don’t shy away from them if it’s something you’ve always wanted to experience.

You’ll find art and craft events and attractions all over the country that are accessible and have a range of facilities to make sure you have a great time.

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Buxton Opera House & Pavilion Arts Centre

Address

Water Street, Buxton, Derbyshire, SK17 6XN

Telephone
01298 72050

customerservice@boh.org.uk

Buxton

Buxton Opera House and Buxton Cinema offer a variety of performances and cinema for everyone.

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Grayshott Pottery

Address

School Road, Grayshott, Hindhead, Surrey, GU26 6LR

Telephone
+44 01428 604404

gifts@grayshottpottery.com

Hindhead

There is plenty to enjoy at Grayshott Pottery.

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Holst Birthplace Museum

Address

4 Clarence Road, Pittville, Cheltenham, Gloucestershire, GL52 2AY

Telephone
01242 524846

curator@holstmuseum.org.uk

Cheltenham

This Regency terrace house where the composer of 'The Planets' was born, shows the 'upstairs downstairs' way of life in Victorian times...

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Museum of East Asian Art

Address

12 Bennett Street, Bath, BA1 2QJ

Telephone
+44 (0) 1225 464640

info@meaa.org.uk

Bath

An impressive collection of Asian treasures.

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New Forest Heritage Centre

Address

High Street, Lyndhurst, SO43 7NY

Telephone
023 8028 3444

office@newforestheritage.org.uk

Lyndhurst

Find out what makes the Forest so special at the New Forest Heritage Centre. The Museum is great for families and there's a Gallery, Reference Library, Gift Shop and cafe too!

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Sudeley Castle & Gardens

Address

Winchcombe, Near Cheltenham, Gloucestershire, GL54 5JD

Telephone
01242 604244

enquiries@sudeley.org.uk

Winchcombe, Near Cheltenham

Award-winning gardens surrounding Castle and medieval ruins. Exhibitions, rare-breeds pheasantry, restaurant & cafe, adventure play area.

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Chertsey Museum

Address

33 Windsor Street, Chertsey, Surrey, KT16 8AT

Telephone
+44 (0)1932 565764

enquiries@chertseymuseum.org.uk

Chertsey

Museum displaying local history and archaeology and historic costumes and accessories. Shop and garden.

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Royal Cornwall Museum

Address

River Street, Truro, Cornwall, TR1 2SJ

Telephone
+44 01872 272205

enquiries@royalcornwallmuseum.org.uk

Truro

The Royal Cornwall Museum opened in 1818 and moved to its present building in 1919. Over the years it has acquired a wide and varied collection encompassing all aspects of Cornwall's history, culture and environment both ancient and modern

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Gower Heritage Centre

Address

Gower Heritage Centre, Parkmill, Gower, SA3 2EH

Telephone
01792 371206

reception@gowerheritagecentre.co.uk

Gower

Based around a 12th Century Water Powered Cornmill, the centre has a number of craft workshops, large tearooms and all facilities for an enjoyable family day out. The Gower Heritage Centre is a Quality Assured Attraction.

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National Maritime Museum Cornwall

Address

Discovery Quay, Falmouth, Cornwall, TR11 3QY

Telephone
+44 01326 313388

enquiries@nmmc.co.uk

Falmouth

Celebrating the sea, boats and Cornwall, this multi award winning Museum not only has 15 galleries over five floors beautifully illustrating the past, present and future of this island nation but also offers a number of stunning exhibitions.

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The Courtroom Experience

Address

Shire Hall, Mount Folly, Bodmin, Cornwall, PL31 2DQ

Telephone
+44 01208 76616

bodmintic@visit.org.uk

Bodmin

Come and act as a member of the jury in a Victorian murder trial. Guilty or not guilty - you decide!
The first court session of the day is held at 11:00 am and then run hourly until the an hour before closing time. Please arrive approximately 10…

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The Spring Arts and Heritage Centre

Address

56 East Street, Havant, Hampshire, PO9 1BS

Telephone
+44 023 9247 2700

kates@thespring.co.uk

Havant

The Spring has a broad programme of entertainment including theatre shows, music, comedy nights, films, dance events, exhibitions and workshops. It is also a community museum telling the local story using a variety of medias.

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Willis Museum & Sainsbury Gallery

Address

Market Place, Basingstoke, Hampshire, RG21 7QD

Telephone
01256 465902

enquiries@hampshireculturaltrust.org.uk

Basingstoke

Discover Basingstoke and Deane's past from the rich archaeological heritage beneath our feet right up to the modern day. As you tour the museum, you’ll find out about Iron Age and Roman burials, will meet Pickaxe, a 19th century scavenger scraping a…

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Court Barn Museum

Address

Church Street, Chipping Campden, Gloucestershire, GL55 6JE

Telephone
01386 841951

admin@courtbarn.org.uk

Chipping Campden

Court Barn Museum celebrates the talented designers and craftspeople who have worked in Chipping Campden and the north Cotswolds since the beginning of the twentieth century including C.R. Ashbee, Gordon Russell, Hart Silversmiths & Robert Welch.

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Barleylands

Address

Barleylands, Barleylands Road, Billericay, Essex, CM11 2UD

Telephone
01268 290229

jenny@barleylands.co.uk

Billericay

Free range family fun in the Farm Park with all weather activities; farmyard friends, soft play, outdoor adventures, tractor & trailer ride and more. Plus 60+ Craft Village shops & studios to discover.

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Aspex

Address

Aspex Gallery, The Vulcan Building, Gunwharf Quays, Portsmouth, Hampshire, PO1 3BF

Telephone
+44 023 9277 8080

info@aspex.org.uk

Gunwharf Quays, Portsmouth

Year-round programme of solo, group and themed exhibitions of contemporary visual art, accompanied by talks, screenings, performances and participatory workshops.

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No.1 Royal Crescent

Address

1 Royal Crescent, Bath, BA1 2LR

Telephone
+44 01225 428126

no1museum@bptrust.org.uk

Bath

Step inside 18th Century life.

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Forest Garden Shovelstrode

Address

Shovelstrode Lane, Ashurst Wood, East Grinstead, West Sussex, RH19 3PH

Telephone
07956 815458

info@forestgarden.info

East Grinstead

Forest Garden Shovelstrode is an inspirational place for people to learn about the principles of Forest Gardening and woodland crafts.

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Trerice Manor House

Address

Kestle Mill, Newquay, Cornwall, TR8 4PG

Telephone
+44 01637 875404

trerice@nationaltrust.org.uk

Kestle Mill, Newquay

Trerice is a romantic Elizabethan Manor House with fine interiors and delightful gardens just on the outskirts of Newquay, Cornwall.

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Snowshill Manor and Garden (National Trust)

Address

Snowshill, Broadway, Gloucestershire, WR12 7JU

Telephone
01386 852410

snowshillmanor@nationaltrust.org.uk

Broadway

Explore the treasures collected by one man with an eye for the unusual. Be intrigued by the story of Charles Wade, be amazed by his huge and varied collection from around the world and relax in the peaceful hillside garden.

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