Archive Gallery at Heaton Cooper Studio

Exterior and Signage at The Heaton Cooper Studio in Grasmere, Lake District

Type:Art Gallery

Heaton Cooper Studio, Grasmere, Cumbria, LA22 9SX

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About

Heaton Cooper Studio, built in 1937 by watercolour artist William Heaton Cooper, houses a changing program of exhibitions in their Archive Gallery running annually from March to October. The exhibitions showcase a variety of contemporary artists and medias as well as retrospectives and anniversary exhibitions. Exhibitions at the Archive Gallery are free to enter, with work often available to purchase.

Alongside the Archive Gallery, the studio sells both prints and originals of work by the Heaton Cooper family. Many prints are available in a range of sizes and framing options, so you can pick the artwork that best suits your space. The art shop inside the studio has supplies for both beginner and professional creatives, as well as books to provide inspiration and instruction. You’ll also find a variety of stylish homeware and interesting books covering topics like art, history, nature and lifestyle.

The newest addition to Heaton Cooper Studio is Mathildes Café, opened in 2017. In Mathildes you’ll find a delicious, seasonal menu of Scandi-inspired food crafted using the best local ingredients. Open for breakfast, lunch and coffee and cake, Mathildes is the perfect place to end an afternoon of browsing artwork and discovering the legacy of the Heaton Cooper art family.

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Opening Times

Season (1 Jan 2026 - 31 Dec 2026)

* Closed 24th-27th Dec.

Facilities

Other

Facilities for assistance dogs
Single level / Step-free

Booking & Payment Details

Credit cards accepted (no fee)

Children

Children welcome

Parking

Free Parking

Property Facilities

Dogs Accepted
Smoking not allowed

Site Features

Regional Tourist Board Member

Target Markets

Accepts groups
Coach parties accepted

Access Information

PARKING

Designated accessible parking: Designated accessible parking is available within 50 metres of the main entrance or an alternative step-free entrance if applicable.

Step-free route with firm surface from car park to entrance: There is a step-free route with a firm surface from the parking to the main entrance or an alternative step-free entrance.

BUILDING ENTRANCE

Step-free entrance: There is step-free access at the main entrance or an alternative entrance. This may be via a ramp or lift.

ACCESS TO KEY AREAS

Single-level: The venue is all on one level, with no steps or raised thresholds.

Step-free access to all or most areas: There is step-free access to all or most areas. This may include access by ramp or lift. As a minimum, there is step-free access to an accessible toilet and at least one food and beverage outlet, where available.

RESTAURANT / DINING ROOM / BAR

Dietary requirements catered for: A selection of food is offered for a range of dietary requirements.

Wheelchair-accessible food and beverage outlet: There is at least one wheelchair-accessible food and beverage outlet on site.

GENERAL

Enclosed outdoor area: There is an enclosed outdoor area for customer use.

Facilities for assistance dogs: Facilities are available for assistance dogs e.g. water bowls, toilet area, within the grounds of the venue or nearby.

Seating at regular intervals: Seating is available at regular intervals.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

Additional detailed accessibility information:For additional accessibility information please contact E-mail: info@heatoncooper.co.uk Telephone: 015394 35280

This information is self-assessed; therefore we accept no liability for its accuracy. Please contact the venue for further information.

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Awards

Cumbria Awards Member of Cumbria Tourism 2016

Map & Directions

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Road Directions

In the middle of Grasmere village opposite the village green.

Public Transport Directions

Accessible by Public Transport: Windermere station is 8 miles away.

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