Please note the Gallery is currently closed for installation of our upcoming exhibition:
Twenty Five & Onwards
Opening Fri 17 Oct
For Rheged’s 25th birthday discover striking paintings, dynamic sculpture, powerful photography and mixed media by 25 professional Cumbrian artists.
Upcoming & Past Exhibitions
Libby Edmondson’s Pop-Up Print Shop
Now open near our Gallery, visit our pop-up print shop dedicated to the vibrant work of Libby Edmondson with over 20 prints to choose from as well as a range of her Hare and Cheetah Sculptures.
All the artwork is available to take away on the day of your visit. You simply fill in the order form and take it the Gallery Desk where the team will be delighted to help.
Open daily 10am-5pm
Community Gallery
Rheged Turns 25
On Now | Free to See
An exhibition looking back at the past 25 years of Rheged, from major developments and standout events. With a photo from each year that showcases what made the year memorable. As well as special memories, reflections about Rheged and photos from our colleagues. And a space for your stories too, where you can share your favourite memory from event or visit to Rheged.
Creative Classes
Carole will firstly teach you how to hold the yarn and make a chain which…
Rag Rugging is a traditional craft, in this case creating beautiful rugs out of pure…
The craft of Stained Glass is often described as ‘the art of light’, with each…
This course is a perfect introduction to weaving for beginners. Enjoy a day of weaving a…
Discover the art of collagraph printmaking in this engaging two-day workshop with Jenny McCabe. Whether…
Join Kate and explore the wonderful heritage craft of stained glass with a contemporary twist…
The Tote bag is a timeless classic and surprisingly simple to sew, making it suitable…
Create an original botanical lino print in full colour, aided every step of the way…
Come and make beautiful Christmas themed mosaic decorations and items for indoor display, using traditional…
Learn a new skill and enjoy the freedom to get creative while making your own…
The craft of Stained Glass is often described as ‘the art of light’, with each…
Yarn hooking is a relaxed and creative craft. It is similar to the old age…
Join Kate and explore the wonderful heritage craft of stained glass with a contemporary twist…
A lovely and relaxing watercolour workshop for beginners, inspired by dried flowers and their imperfect…
Treat yourself to this fun calligraphy session led by Claire Gould. Explore the magic of…
One of the many advantages of oil is that it takes time to dry. This,…
Air-dried clay enables you to learn techniques used in ceramics but without the need for…
Inject some confidence into your drawing during this one-day workshop designed to expand your drawing…
Spend a day discovering the historical printing process of Cyanotype; making beautiful “blueprints” from natural…
During this relaxing and creative class you’ll be surrounded by beautiful dried flowers, foliages, seed…
During this festive workshop you will be surrounded with beautiful natural ingredients grown locally and…
For an afternoon of wreath making with the stunning colour palette of Autumn. During this…
Discover the ancient art of Kintsugi in a fun and creative way and create beautiful…
Dive into the art of drypoint printmaking in this one-day workshop with artist Jenny McCabe….
Suitable for complete beginners and experienced willow weavers, this seasonal class invites you to create…
Develop some different watercolour techniques that can be used for portraits. Photographs and photocopies will…
In this workshop you will learn the basic principles of painting people in watercolour; including…
Unleash your expression with acrylic paint. Discover different painting techniques, colour-mixing, painting mediums and layering…
Air-dried clay enables you to learn techniques used in ceramics but without the need for…
Discover the art of collagraph printmaking in this engaging two-day workshop with Jenny McCabe. Whether…
Develop your watercolour techniques with Ruth Clayton, a watercolourist who specialises in the energy of…
Go further into your linocut printmaking journey. This course is designed for those who have…
In the first half of the class, you’ll dive right in with a fun practice…
During this six hour workshop, you will learn the basic metal smithing techniques of sawing,…
Wondered how jewellery is made? Would you like to learn? During this taster you will learn…
Wondered how jewellery is made? Would you like to learn? During this taster you will learn…
Ever wondered how rings are made? Would you like to learn? During this class you will…
Ever wondered how rings are made? Would you like to learn? During this class you will…
During this six hour workshop, you will learn the basic metal smithing techniques of sawing,…
During this six hour workshop, you will learn the basic metal smithing techniques of sawing,…
During this six hour workshop, you will learn the basic metal smithing techniques of sawing,…
2 Day Course, 10-4pm each dayYou may know the basics, maybe you have set up…
2 Day Course, 10-4pm each dayYou may know the basics, maybe you have set up…
Enjoy a day weaving a scarf using a four-shaft table loom and beautiful coloured yarn.Jan…
This course is a perfect introduction to weaving for beginners. Enjoy a day of weaving a…
Jigsaw Lino printing is a great way of producing a multicoloured print using one block…
Jigsaw Lino printing is a great way of producing a multicoloured print using one block…
During this workshop, you will design, cut and print five reduction lino prints in two…
Try your hand at glass fusing and have fun making your own Christmas decorations with…
Have you ever wished you could pick up a pen and create a beautiful piece…
