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.

Pick up unique gifts

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 wheelchair use.

Diverse heritage attractions

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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Oriel Plas Glyn-Y-Weddw Arts Centre

Address

Llanbedrog, PWLLHELI, Gwynedd, LL53 7TT

Telephone
01758 740763

enquiry@oriel.org.uk

PWLLHELI

Arts Centre located within a Grade II* listed Victorian Gothic Mansion, with magnificent views of Cardigan Bay and the mountains of Snowdonia.

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The Wilson - Cheltenham Art Gallery & Museum

Address

Clarence Street, Cheltenham, Gloucestershire, GL50 3JT

Telephone
+44 (0) 1242 237431

ArtGallery@cheltenham.gov.uk

Cheltenham

Cheltenham has an outstanding museum and art gallery with a programme of exciting temporary exhibitions and permanent galleries.

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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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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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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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The Royal Gunpowder Mills

Address

Beaulieu Drive, Waltham Abbey, Essex, EN9 1JY

Telephone
01992 707370

info@royalgunpowdermills.com

Waltham Abbey

The Royal Gunpowder Mills combines science, history and nature in a great day out that's fun for all the family.

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Ferrers Gallery

Address

Melbourne Road, Staunton Harold, Ashby de la Zouch, Leicestershire, LE65 1RU

Telephone
01332 863337

info@ferrersgallery.co.uk

Ashby de la Zouch

The Ferrers Galley for contemporary crafts and applied arts is situated within the Ferrers Centre at Staunton Harold.

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Compton Verney Art Gallery & Park

Address

Compton Verney Art Gallery & Park, Compton Verney, Warwickshire, CV35 9HZ

Telephone
01926 645500

info@comptonverney.org.uk

Warwickshire

Award-winning art gallery housed in a grade I listed Robert Adam mansion. Explore artworks from around the world and relax in 'Capability' Brown parkland.

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Guildford House Gallery

Address

155 High Street, Guildford, Surrey, GU1 3AJ

Telephone
+44 (0)1483 444751

heritageservices@guildford.gov.uk

Guildford

An exhibition gallery in a restored 17thC house of architectural interest. Temporary exhibitions and selections from the Borough's art collection. Guildford Tourist Information Centre.

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Tudor House and Garden

Address

Bugle Street, Southampton, Hampshire, SO14 2AD

Telephone
+44 023 8083 4242

museums@southampton.gov.uk

Southampton

Uncover over 800 years of history in the heart of Southampton’s Old Town. Tudor House and Garden gives visitors an insight in to the lives and times of its residents with informative displays and hands on interactive experiences.

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Quay Arts

Address

Sea Street, Newport Harbour, NEWPORT, Isle Of Wight, PO30 5BD

Telephone
+44 01983 822490

info@quayarts.org

NEWPORT

The Quay Arts Centre is the Isle of Wight’s leading art gallery and venue for live arts events. It is situated in a converted 19th Century brewery warehouse complex located at the head of the River Medina in the centre of Newport. The complex was…

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Oriel y Parc Visitor Centre

Address

Oriel y Parc Visitor Centre, High Street, St David's, Pembrokeshire, SA62 6NW

Telephone
01437 720392

info@orielyparc.co.uk

St David's

A warm and welcoming Visitors Centre including Amgueddfa Cymru - National Museum Wales Gallery, Shop, Cafe and Information Centre. There is plenty to see and do for all the family.

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Belgrave St Ives, Gallery

Address

22 Fore Street, St Ives, Cornwall, TR26 1HE

Telephone
+44 01736 794888

info@belgravestives.co.uk

St Ives

BELGRAVE ST IVES specialises in Modern British and Contemporary Art including Urban Art. There is a particular emphasis on work by artists associated with Cornwall from the 1930s to the present time.
The gallery works with a number of Artists, Art

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Great Yarmouth Painting & Arts

Address

19 Trinity Place, Great Yarmouth, Norfolk, NR30 3HA

Telephone
01493 850585

childsgyp@hotmail.com

Great Yarmouth

Great Yarmouth Painting & Arts is the perfect place to learn something new from renowned local artist Ernie Childs. Painting classes available in various mediums Tuesday & Wednesday mornings, please telephone for more details.

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Fisherton Mill - Gallery, Cafe and Artist Studios

Address

108 Fisherton Street, Salisbury, Wiltshire, SP2 7QY

Telephone
01722 415121 / 01722 500200

thegallery@fishertonmill.co.uk

Salisbury

Explore a treasure trove of amazing artwork in the largest independent art gallery in the South West. Our relaxed and friendly café is a slice of foodie heaven in the heart of Salisbury.

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The Hannah Peschar Sculpture Garden

Address

Standon Lane, Ockley, Dorking, Surrey, RH5 5QR

Telephone
+44 01306 627269

info@hannahpescharsculpture.com

Dorking

The controlled wilderness of an intimate water garden designed by Anthony Paul with an exhibition of contemporary sculpture and ceramics amidst architectural plants.

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Launceston Castle

Address

Castle Lodge, Launceston, CORNWALL, PL15 7DR

Telephone
+44 01566 772365

launceston.castle@english-heritage.org.uk

Launceston

The Castle dates from the early years of the Norman conquest. Towering over the town, it's a reminder of the power of the Earls (later Dukes) of Cornwall. Built by Count Robert Mortain (William The Conquerors half brother). Seasonal opening

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Beatrix Potter's House of the Tailor of Gloucester

Address

9 College Court, Gloucester, Gloucestershire, GL1 2NJ

Telephone
+44 (0)1452 422856

info@tailor-of-gloucester.org.uk

Gloucester

Children's author Beatrix Potter created one of her most loved characters here. This charming shop and museum is the original building that inspired the very story and is used in the illustrations. Free entry and open to the public every day

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RSPB Geltsdale

Address

RSPB Geltsdale, Hallbankgate, Brampton, Cumbria, CA8 2PW

Telephone
01697 746717

geltsdale@rspb.org.uk

Brampton

RSPB Geltsdale is a nature reserve set in the beautiful North Pennines Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. Geltsdale is home to black grouse, birds of prey and breeding wading birds and is ideal for walking.

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