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The Lake District, Cumbria, has provided inspiration for a whole host of artists throughout the years, so it may come as no surprise that we’ve got a rich arts and crafts scene across the area! Here, you’ll find a range of art galleries and exhibition spaces that host an ever-changing calendar of works in virtually every medium.
Discover pieces by local and nationally known artists at venues including independent galleries and studios, to museums and seasonal fairs. Some offer the chance to take a piece home with you, while others host regularly changing exhibitions as well as permanent art collections.
There’s even the opportunity to check out art in the great outdoors: there’s a sculpture trail at Grizedale Forest, for example, as well as open air exhibitions as part of festivals and events throughout the year.
If you fancy trying it for yourself, several galleries and studios also host workshops and classes. Often, you’ll be able to get inspired by the stunning natural surroundings of your venue as you learn a new skill or hone existing abilities.
As well as viewing some fantastic art pieces, here in Cumbria we also invite you to explore the studios and workshops where that work was made; and even meet the artists who create it.
Keep an eye out, too, for touring exhibitions to see something a little different while in the Lake District, Cumbria. Discover our galleries and exhibitions below.
A unique insight into the everyday lives, fears and hopes of 40 extraordinary farmers, through…
WHITEHAVEN'S Beacon Museum is to host another priceless work of art. Following paintings from…
A dynamic collaborative exhibition produced by Artist Julie M Oneill and ex workers of the chemical…
Unearthed is a vibrant installation of oversized paper wildflowers representing ten extraordinary…
We are very excited to announce our latest exhibition is brought to you with a collaboration with…
See the 19th century Lakeland Photographs of Herbert Bell and Rupert Potter brought to life for…
With its beautiful, dramatic scenery and rich history it is easy to understand why people are drawn…
About Sam Harrison: Sam is an abstract and expressive landscape artist based in Ulverston,…
An exhibition of work by Green Door Artists' members at Brewery Arts. This exhibition imagines a…
A solo exhibition of work by the winner of the Mark Tanner Sculpture Award 2022 is coming to Cross…
Decorum is a group five women artists who work in close collaboration – they formed the group in…
Experience the legend of King Arthur through the eyes of Victorian Pre-Raphaelite artists at Tullie…
This exhibition will display a selection of watercolour paintings of landscapes and places that…
A unique insight into the everyday lives, fears and hopes of 40 extraordinary farmers, through…
You may leave the Lake District, but once you’ve been, it’ll never leave you.
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Sedbergh
This exhibition will display a selection of watercolour paintings of landscapes and places that hold many memorise for John. Many are painted with a limited colour pallet, more in keeping with times past.
John is a retired Engineer who spent many…
Bowness-on-Windermere
Blackwell Craft Fair is the place to discover distinctive, handcrafted gifts made by exceptional local artists and makers. As you explore the rooms in our Arts & Crafts house, you'll find beautiful jewellery, textiles, ceramics, glass, wooden wares…
Kewick
Friendly, contemporary Keswick-based art gallery in the heart of the Northern Lake District National Park, representing over 80 artists.
Sedbergh
Decorum is a group five women artists who work in close collaboration – they formed the group in 2017 and continue to work in relation to textile ephemera. Their practice takes on many forms as they aim to convey traces of past lives through the…
Penrith
Have you ever wished you could pick up a pen and create a beautiful piece of hand lettering? Why not enjoy a fun introduction to modern calligraphy with Claire Gould from by Moon and Tide, where you will learn the basics of dippy ink pens as well as…
Ambleside
See the 19th century Lakeland Photographs of
Herbert Bell and Rupert Potter brought to life
for today's audience in large lightboxes displayed on the castle's ground floor. Free. Parking charges apply.
Grasmere
With its beautiful, dramatic scenery and rich history it is easy to understand why people are drawn to the Lake District. The tourist industry has not always resembled what it is now, in fact William and Dorothy Wordsworth witnessed a dramatic…
Whitehaven
WHITEHAVEN'S Beacon Museum is to host another priceless work of art.
Following paintings from Rembrandt and Chardin, visitors will now be able to see Verrocchio's Tobias and the Angel when it is hosted as part of the National Gallery's Masterpiece…
Grasmere
Moorcroft Invites You to Enjoy the Unspoilt Beauty of Grasmere Discover the wonder of a UNESCO World Heritage site as Moorcroft ventures to the Vale of Grasmere in the heart of the Lake District. From Friday 24th until Sunday 26th March 10.30am -…
Coniston
Brantwood, the former home of eminent Victorian John Ruskin and a treasure house of art and memorabilia. The 250-acre estate comprises 8 unique gardens, ancient woodland, high moors and meadows.
Penrith
Learn the skill of glass fusing and express your creativity by making your own Easter decorations. Produce two fused glass Easter egg decorations and time permitting, 1-2 different decorations with your own designs. With hands-on guidance from…
Kendal
An exhibition of work by Green Door Artists' members at Brewery Arts. This exhibition imagines a futuristic vision for the world over the next 50 years, exploring contemporary ideas, styles and approaches to making. Brewery Arts, 122A Highgate,…
Rayrigg Road, Bowness-on-Windermere
A unique insight into the everyday lives, fears and hopes of 40 extraordinary farmers, through photography, products, film and words. Created by photographer and farmer Amy Bateman.
£9 adult, £4.50 child (5-16yrs). Annual pass and family tickets…
Whitehaven
A dynamic collaborative exhibition produced by Artist Julie M Oneill and ex workers of the chemical industry. At the heart of the project lie the notions of reshaping legacy, Home & Work spaces and identity.
Penrith
Working direct from a life model, you will be guided through different drawing techniques using charcoal. This introductory class is intended to nurture both an experimental approach to life drawing and good observational skills while promoting good…
Stramongate, Kendal
On this two-day course, students will learn the basic skills of stained glass – creating a suitable design or adapting an existing template with guidance from the tutor. The panel will be made up of coloured glass, some painted and kiln-fired glass,…
Ambleside
Occupying three floors within an historic building this bright and welcoming gallery showcases the best arts and crafts in the Lakes and Britain today, including wall art, glass, wood and ceramics.
Ambleside
Art gallery and art shop run by the Heaton Cooper family, selling original paintings and prints from 4 generations of the family.
Sedbergh
Farfield Mill is a Victorian woollen mill in the Yorkshire Dales. Home to artists’ studios, art exhibitions, heritage looms and tea room.
Grasmere
Drop into the Learning Space for some summer holiday 'Make and Play' family activities. Explore summer as we craft and create. We'll bring William and Dorothy's writings to life as you have a go at a range of making and creative writing activities…
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