ARTS + ENTERTAINMENT
KENT Galleries cont.
18 NUCLEUS ARTS
When Nucleus Arts opened in 2002 it was to be a space for local artists to display their stunning work. In the years since, Nucleus Arts has become an award-winning arts’ hub. 272 High Street, Chatham ME4 4BP 01634 812108 www. nucleusarts. com
19 NEW KENT GALLERY & STUDIO
New Kent Gallery is predominantly a space where new artists can afford to display their work and gain recognition. It is an exciting, buzzing place to visit in Thanet. 49a Albion Street, Broadstairs CT10 1NE 01843 319184 www. newkentart. com
20 FRANCES ILES GALLERIES
There are over 100 artists who exhibit at Frances Iles Galleries and you will be able to find paintings, sculpture, ceramics, glass and jewellery there. 103 High Street, Rochester ME1 1LX 01634 843222 www. francis-iles. com
21 SENTIENT GALLERY
Sentient Gallery runs in both the physical and online space, bringing a new, digital presence to the art. It showcases around 40 artists’ work. 56-58 The Old High Street, Folkestone CT20 1RN www. sentientroom. com
22 DUNLIN & DIVER
Dunlin & Diver is where you can enjoy and purchase work by those artists and designers whose output is smaller, but no less beautiful for it. 112 High Street, Deal CT14 6EE 01304 373121 www. dunlindiver. co. uk
23 PRATT CONTEMPORARY
Pratt Contemporary is a fine art, sculpture, painting and drawing studio and gallery, the first to be invited to exhibit at the London Art Fair in 1987. The Gallery, Ightham TN15 9HH 01732 882326 www. prattcontemporaryart. co. uk
24 SUN PIER HOUSE
Part of the regeneration of Medway, Sun Pier House is a space dedicated to showcasing the beauty of the area in art. There is an onsite tearoom so you can stay for longer and enjoy what it has to offer. Medway Street, Chatham ME4 4HF 01634 401549 www. sunpierhouse. co. uk
25 KENT COAST GALLERY
Kent Coast Gallery is a photography lover’ s dream, offering plenty of stunning landscape, seascapes, and travel photography from James Davies. Top Floor, 15 Grosvenor Road, Broadstairs CT10 2BT 07534 362427 www. kentcoastgallery. com
26 MARGATE ART
Margate Art is the only gallery in the area( or, indeed, the world) that is solely dedicated to the beautiful town of Margate itself. Visit to see how different artists have interpreted this special place. 6 Duke Street, Margate CT9 1EP 07795 662864 www. margateart. uk
27 VIKING GALLERY
Even the building is beautiful, built in the artdeco style. Inside the art is just as fascinating and is a mixture of new and established artists from the local area and around the world. Cliftonville Avenue, Margate CT9 2AH 07956 673295 www. vikinggallery. co. uk
28 GALLERY 88
Known as a‘ TARDIS’, Gallery 88 offers a variety of exceptional artwork in a warm, inviting environment. 3 Station Parade, Sevenoaks TN13 1DL 01732 459096 www. gallery88. co. uk
29 BAY ART GALLERY
Not only can you enjoy the work of local artists at the Bay Art Gallery, but there are ample opportunities to speak to the artists themselves as well throughout the year. 47a William Street, Herne Bay CT6 5NR www. bayartgallery. co. uk
30 CONQUEST HOUSE GALLERY
Representing everything from classical to contemporary works from artists from the local area and further afield, Conquest House Gallery also runs different art classes and workshops for the public. 17 Palace Street, Canterbury CT1 2DZ 01227 472953 www. artincanterbury. co. uk
31 HOARD GALLERY
Whether you know the names or not makes no difference at the Hoard Gallery which is a space dedicated to letting talent shine. 53 High Street, Sandgate CT20 3AH 01303 245569 www. hoardgallery. com
32 UPDOWN GALLERY
Updown Gallery hosts exhibitions showing the very best modern British, American and European art. Satis House, 11 Elms Avenue, Ramsgate CT11 9BW 01843 588181 www. updowngallery. co. uk
33 HARBOUR GALLERY
The Harbour Gallery offers an eclectic range of work and does so in a beautiful spot. As well as the gallery there is a bespoke framing service on site. 47 Harbour Street, Whitstable CT5 1AH 01227 277044 www. harbourgallery. co. uk
34 SIDNEY COOPER GALLERY
The Sidney Cooper Gallery is located in Canterbury Christ Church University but it doesn’ t only display the work of the students; staff are also included as are many outside artists. Rochester House, Canterbury Christ Church University, Canterbury CT10 1ET 01227 863690 www. canterbury. ac. uk / arts-andculture / sidney-cooper-gallery / sidneycooper-gallery. aspx
35 BEUMEE FINE ART
Beumee Fine Art offers a range of stunning contemporary artworks as well as private viewings. 50 The Upper Pantiles, Tunbridge Wells TN2 5TN 01892 512365 www. beumee. com
36 STARK GALLERY
Stark Gallery is divided into eight different gallery rooms meaning that when you go to visit there is a lot for you to see. Here you will find jewellery, paintings, original prints and sculpture. 68 Castle Street, Canterbury CT1 2PY 01227 767128 www. starkgallery. com
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