We are ...
... a nationally renowned contemporary art gallery for
- exhibitions,
- workshops,
- events,
exciting art and craft materials, - a framing service
- and a stylish and relaxing cafe.
Our visitors say |
… oh it’s heaven in here. (Josie)
Truly enjoyable, the hairs on the back of my neck are standing up. (Travis)
As ever, beautiful – inspirational and thought provoking. Thank you, I will be back soon. (Jenny)
Amazing work – really lovely. Will come back. Xxx (Ann)
Wonderful ambience. (Carol)
The main gallery for our temporary exhibitions is housed in a beautifully restored Jacobean barn dating back to the late 1600s, still featuring a host of the original wooden beams.
These regularly changing exhibitions portray contemporary art, decorative crafts, fine textiles and unique furnishings, promising to offer something new for you to discover on every visit.
We source unique individually made artworks by named artists giving exhibitions which are displays of excellence and distinction in our five separate exhibition spaces.
ART to covet...
... in our regularly changing exhibitions and displays
FOOD to enjoy ...
During your visit, you must take advantage of our relaxing café with its' selection of lunches, homemade cakes, fairtrade coffee and tea and Organic Luscombe juices. Seating is also available outside in our courtyard.
The serene atmosphere extends further into a beautiful garden revealing nature's textures, colours and shapes to offer a picturesque atmosphere through the seasons.
Find out more about how we have developed since 1999...
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We are found in the heart of the old centre of Draycott, a southern Derbyshire village located between the cities of Nottingham and Derby and there are loads of things to do whilst in the area.
We hope to meet you soon.
SPACE to relax ...
... and meet the locals!
The groundfloor including the cafe, designer-maker displays, fairtrade area, stable workshop and gallery, courtyard and garden are all accessible for wheelchair users and those with less mobility.
The main gallery is up one flight of stairs. If this makes it difficult for you we will happily bring artworks (where possible) downstairs for you to view.
We also add gallery images, videos and the artworks to the website which is available to peruse whilst you enjoy a drink and cake in the cafe.
Walkers, dog walkers and cyclists are all welcome. You are able to bring bikes and dogs into the courtyard whilst you enjoy your visit.
P.S. if you think you've left something behind take a look at our Lost & Found page.