Venues across Whaley Bridge will be opening their doors to allow people to meet local artists and explore the town’s creatives this spring.

18 artists and seven venues have already signed up for the Whaley Bridge Open Studios which will be taking place over the Spring Bank Holiday weekend May 23 to 25, 2026.

Local gallery owner Rob Wilson who is involved in the project said: “We’ve had a huge response from our local artists — there is a real buzz in Whaley about this fantastic event.”

From painters, potters and printmakers to textile artists, jewellers, photographers and stained glass artists, this vibrant, free event promises something for everyone.

Venues across Whaley Bridge will be opening their doors to allow people to meet local artists and explore the town’s creatives this spring.

placeholder image — Venues across Whaley Bridge will be opening their doors to allow people to meet local artists and explore the town’s creatives this spring.

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.

The artists say that 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.

Participating artists include; Ernest Ager, Paul Morin, John Ridgway, Lynne McPeake as well as Tracey Coverley, Elizabeth Swift, Valerie Vernon and Peter Nelson.

There will also be art work from Tamsin Cunningham (Tamdala), Sue Jeffrey, Steve Pollington, Peak Potters and Rob Wilson.

Sally Wilson, Pentimento Ceramics, Hill House Ceramics (Zoe & Oscar) and Beverley O’Donoghue are also taking part.

An Open Studios spokesperson said: “Whether you’re an art lover or just looking for a creative weekend in the peaks, you won’t want to miss this.”