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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The Architecture Centre

Address

Narrow Quay, Bristol, BS1 4QA

Telephone
+44 (0)117 922 1540

info@architecturecentre.co.uk

Bristol

The Architecture Centre encourages everyone to discover, enjoy and get involved in buildings and places. Free entry Harbourside gallery with changing exhibitions and events.

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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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Chysauster Ancient Village

Address

New Mill, Penzance, CORNWALL, TR20 8XA

Telephone
+44 07831 757934

customer@english-heritage.org.uk

Penzance

Originally occupied almost 2000 years ago, the village contained eight stone-walled homesteads, each with a central courtyard surrounded by thatched rooms.

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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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Museum of Gloucester

Address

Brunswick Road, Gloucester, Gloucestershire, GL1 1HP

Telephone
+44 (0)1452 396131

museum@gloucester.gov.uk

Gloucester

Found within the City of Gloucester is an internationally important collection of treasures of nearly one million objects... The Museum of Gloucester tells the story of the city’s origins as a Roman settlement and its subsequent development through…

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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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The Beatles Story Liverpool

Address

Albert Dock, liverpool, mersyside, L3 4AD

Telephone
0151 342 2149

beatlesstorybookings@gmail.com

liverpool

The Beatles Story celebrates 50 years since The Beatles travelled to Rishikesh, India with a new special exhibition, featuring memorabilia, imagery, sounds and exclusive interviews!

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Wroxham Barns

Address

Tunstead Road, Hoveton, Norwich, Norfolk, NR12 8QU

Telephone
01603 783762

info@wroxhambarns.co.uk

Norwich

Crafts studios where you can meet our talented artisans. Gifts, clothes, Norfolk food and fudge. Plant & Rose Centre. Meet the farmyard animals on Junior Farm with fun daily activities. Children’s Funfair and Mini Adventure Golf Course.

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The Brickworks Museum

Address

Swanwick Lane, Swanwick, Bursledon, Hampshire, SO31 7HB

Telephone
+44 (0)1489 576248

admin@bursledonbrickworks.org.uk

Bursledon

Come and be amazed at the authentic sights, sounds and smells of the last steam-driven Victorian brickworks in the UK.

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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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Arundells

Address

59 Cathedral Close, Salisbury, Wiltshire, SP1 2EN

Telephone
01722 326546

info@arundells.org

Salisbury

Arundells is the home of former Prime Minister Sir Edward Heath, situated in Cathedral Close in Salisbury. Extensive personal collections of art, ceramics, political cartoons and sailing memorabilia, as well as a beautiful two-acre riverside garden.

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Reading Museum

Address

Blagrave Street, Reading, BERKSHIRE, RG1 1QH

Telephone
+44 0118 9373400

mail@readingmuseum.org.uk

Reading

Twelve hands-on galleries including Roman Silchester, changing art gallery, Box Room, Britain's Bayeux Tapestry and the world's only biscuit gallery, Huntley & Palmers.

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Newfields Gallery

Address

Newfields, Foxt, Nr Froghall, Stoke-on-Trent, Staffordshire, ST10 2HS

Telephone
01538 266334

Stoke-on-Trent

Inspired by the surrounding countryside Gail Keep and Roger Sutton design and make finely detailed relief ceramics, jewellery, boxes and wall plaques.

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Soldiers of Gloucestershire Museum

Address

Custom House, Gloucester Docks, Gloucester, Gloucestershire, GL1 2HE

Telephone
+44 (0)1452 522682

enquiries@sogm.co.uk

Gloucester

The Museum displays the remarkable story of the Soldiers of Gloucestershire who have served their regiments since 1694. It depicts their courage, humour, traditions and their sacrifices in exciting and colourful exhibitions for all ages.

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East Surrey Museum

Address

Stafford Road, Caterham, Surrey, CR3 6JG

Telephone
+44 (0)1883 340275

Caterham

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The Gardens Gallery

Address

Montpellier Gardens, Cheltenham, Gloucestershire, GL50 1UW

Telephone
01242 575779

info@gardensgallery.co.uk

Cheltenham

The Gardens Gallery is Cheltenham's Community Art Gallery for local artists to exhibit their work to the public, and for other arts-related activities.

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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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Stanley Spencer Gallery

Address

High Street, Cookham, Maidenhead, Berkshire, SL6 9SJ

Telephone
+44 01628 471885

info@stanleyspencer.org.uk

Cookham, Maidenhead

This Gallery is dedicated to the life and work of Sir Stanley Spencer RA (1891-1959). It has a wonderful collection of more than 100 of his paintings and drawings.

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Ferrers Centre for Arts & Crafts

Address

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

Telephone
01332 864863

ferrerscentreinfo@gmail.com

Ashby de la Zouch

18 craft workshops within a magnificent Georgian courtyard, the Ferrers Gallery has a wide range of contemporary British craftsmanship. You will also find a great teashop for a cup of tea or some lunch.

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