Whaley Bridge Open Studio Weekend

Whaley Bridge Open Studio Weekend

Saturday 23rd, Sunday 24th and Monday 25th May, 10am-4pm. 

Come and visit Whaley Bridge this Spring Bank Holiday for an exciting opportunity to meet our community of artists, who will be exhibiting a diverse range of work.

More than 18 talented artists will open their studios and exhibition spaces across seven venues throughout Whaley Bridge. From painters, potters and printmakers to textile artists, jewellers, photographers and stained glass artists, this vibrant, free event promises something for everyone.

Visitors will have the opportunity to speak directly with artists, learn about their creative processes, and purchase original artwork — perfect for unique gifts, statement pieces for the home, or a special treat for themselves.

A Town Buzzing with Creativity

With the much-anticipated reopening of Toddbrook Reservoir, there is renewed energy flowing through the town – and the artistic community is at the heart of it.

Local gallery owner Rob Wilson shares the excitement:

“We’ve had a huge response from our local artists — there is a real buzz in Whaley about this fantastic event.”

Seven venues across Whaley Bridge will host an inspiring range of work. For more information, follow #WhaleyBridgeOpenStudios on social media. Information leaflets and maps will be available soon.

Visitors can also follow the wider High Peak Open Studios trail while enjoying Whaley Bridge’s unique charm, independent shops and cafés, pubs and restaurants.

Participating artists include:

Ernest Ager

Paul Morin

John Ridgway

Lynne McPeake

Tracey Coverley

Elizabeth Swift

Valerie Vernon

Peter Nelson

Tamsin Cunningham (Tamdala)

Sue Jeffrey

Steve Pollington

Peak Potters

Rob Wilson

Sally Wilson

Pentimento Ceramics

Hill House Ceramics (Zoe & Oscar)

Beverley O’Donoghue

Lucy Gell

Gabriella Rogers

Carol Mowl

Savanna Harris

Jasmine Cox

Veronica snook

Chantelle Schulz