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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Tate Britain

Address

Millbank, London, SW1P 4RG

Telephone
+44 (0)20 7887 8888

information@tate.org.uk

The Tate Britain is one of the UK’s most iconic art galleries and is located at Millbank, London.

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Tate Modern

Address

Bankside, London, SE1 9TG

Telephone
+44 (0)20 7887 8888

information@tate.org.uk

At the Tate Modern, our mission is to increase the public’s enjoyment and understanding of British art from the 16th century to the present day and of international modern and contemporary art.

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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 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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Godshill Model Village

Address

High Street, GODSHILL, Isle of Wight, PO38 3HH

Telephone
(01983) 840270

info@modelvillagegodshill.co.uk

GODSHILL

This beautiful Model Village that is an RHS Partner Garden is set in nearly two acres of gorgeous landscaped gardens, a real retro find. A quintessentially English visitor attraction! Something for the gardeners and dreamers amongst us.

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Shine

Address

Harehills Road, Leeds, LS8 5HS

Telephone
0113 388 0000

info@shinebusinesscentre.co.uk

Leeds

State-of-the-art award winning conference centre and largest private art space in Leeds. Everyone welcome to come along and browse the artwork, enjoy lunch in the cafe or attend organised "meet the artist" events.

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Hatton Country World

Address

Hatton Country World, Dark Lane, Hatton, Warwick, CV35 8XA

Telephone
01926 843411

hatton@hattonworld.com

Hatton

Enjoy a meander around the converted Victorian farm buildings that are home to Hatton’s Shopping Village, a walk or drive to Hatton Locks and for those with children a visit to Hatton Adventure World.

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Morwellham Quay Historic Port, Farm and Copper Mine

Address

Morwellham Quay, Tavistock, Devon, PL19 8JL

Telephone
01822 832766

morwellham@btmmail.co.uk

Morwellham Quay, Tavistock

An award-winning, evocative museum and visitor centre based around the historic port and mine workings on the River Tamar (Devon/Cornwall boundary).

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Studley Grange Butterfly World & Craft Village

Address

Hay Lane, Nr. Wroughton, Swindon, Wiltshire, SN4 9QT

Telephone
01793 852400

info@studleygrange.co.uk

Swindon

In Butterfly World and the animal paddock meet the otters and meerkats and visit the Craft Village offering a huge range of beautiful and interesting handcrafted gifts. Take refreshments in the 'Butterfly Cafe' overlooking the butterfly garden.

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Royal Navy Submarine Museum

Address

Haslar Jetty Road, Gosport, Hampshire, PO12 2AS

Telephone
+44 02392 510354

enquiries@submarine-museum.co.uk

Gosport

Discover the extraordinary life of a submariner first-hand at The Royal Navy Submarine Museum on the Gosport side of Portsmouth Harbour.

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The 1642 Living History Village

Address

Little Woodham Lane, Howe Road, Rowner, Gosport, Hampshire, PO13 8AB

Telephone
+44 01329 846186

contact@littlewoodham.org.uk

Rowner, Gosport

A representational Hampshire village set in the year 1642. Timber and thatched buildings, occupants dressed and speak in 17thC style.

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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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New Brewery Arts

Address

Brewery Court, Cirencester, Gloucestershire, GL7 1JH

Telephone
01285 657181

hello@newbreweryarts.org.uk

Cirencester

New Brewery Arts is the home of craft and making in the heart of the Cotswolds, with a gallery, onsite artists’ studios, café, shop, guest accommodation, and an extensive programme of over 200 courses and workshops. Admission is free.

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Heartlands

Address

Robinson's Shaft, Dudnance Lane, Pool, Redruth, Cornwall, TR15 3QY

Telephone
+44 01209 722320

info@heartlandscornwall.com

Pool, Redruth

Heartlands is a new FREE visitor attraction and World Heritage Site Gateway in Cornwall. Nestled just off the A30 in Pool, near Redruth in the former mining heart of Cornwall, there are 19 acres of eclectic fun to explore.

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Bursledon Windmill

Address

Windmill Lane, Bursledon, Hampshire, SO31 8BG

Telephone
+44 023 8040 4999

erica.munro@hampshireculturaltrust.org.uk

Bursledon

Bursledon Windmill is currently closed for restoration until November and so not currently open to the public.

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Island Planetarium

Address

Fort Victoria Country Park, Westhill Lane, YARMOUTH, Isle of Wight, PO41 0RR

Telephone
01983 761555

enquiry@islandastronomy.co.uk

YARMOUTH

The Island Planetarium has been "Reaching for the Stars" for over 20 years, offering a fascinating journey through time & space; stimulating your imagination & mind, in our astrodome theatre & exhibition.

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Whitchurch Silk Mill

Address

28 Winchester Street, Whitchurch, Hampshire, RG28 7AL

Telephone
01256 892065

info@whitchurchsilkmill.org.uk

Whitchurch

A gem of industrial heritage in beautiful, rural Hampshire, Whitchurch Silk Mill is the oldest working silk museum in Britain; keeping alive silk weaving skills on Victorian machinery.

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Mission Gallery Contemporary Art & Craft

Address

Mission Gallery Contemporary Art & Craft, Mission Gallery, Gloucester Place, Swansea, SA1 1TY

Telephone
01792 652016

info@missiongallery.co.uk

Gloucester Place

Mission Gallery is located in Swansea's Maritime Quarter, this former non denominational seamans chapel which has been restored and developed into a primary space for showing contemporary visual art.
The gallery has a changing exhibition

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The Royal Gunpowder Mills

Address

Beaulieu Drive, Waltham Abbey, Essex, EN9 1JY

Telephone
01992 707370

info@royalgunpowdermills.com

Waltham Abbey

Now open and free entry (by pre-ordered ticket only). 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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Cornwall Gold and Tolgus Mill

Address

New Portreath Road, Portreath, Nr Redruth, Cornwall, TR16 4HN

Telephone
+44 01209 203280

info@cornwall-gold.com

Portreath, Nr Redruth

Free admission | Free parking | Dog friendly
Open 10am to 4pm

Enjoy a world of wonderful surprises - Lovely jewellery, an ancient tin mill, delicious Cornish food and fun for the kids, set in 18 acres of beautiful Cornish landscape.

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