1 – 30 Nov
Kit Glaisyer: The Romantic Landscape presents a series of large paintings inspired by Lewesdon Hill, an ever-evolving exhibition of Kit’s West Country landscape paintings, popular Cafe Royal series, and evocative Drip Figures on show in his gallery. You can also enjoy the progress of his private commissions in his upstairs studio. Open Saturdays 10am – 3pm or by appointment. Kit Glaisyer Fine Art, 11 Downes Street, Bridport, Dorset DT6 3JR. 07983 465789 www.kitglaisyery.com @kitglaisyer
Until 8 November
As Dreams Are Made on Marzia Colonna MRBS collages, Fiamma Colonna Montagu ceramic sculpture. Petter Southall furniture. ‘As Dreams are Made on’ is a celebration of the wonders of life. Sladers Yard Contemporary Art & Craft Gallery, Cafe Sladers, West Bay, Bridport Dorset DT6 4EL. Open Wednesday to Saturday 10am – 4.30pm. t: 01308 459511 gallery@sladersyard.co.uk sladersyard.co.uk.
8 November – 24 December
Present Makers 2025 Exhibition of hand-crafted, contemporary gifts including jewellery, ceramics, textiles, prints, wood and glass as well as unique Christmas cards, and decorations showcasing the work of South West makers. Tuesday to Saturday, 10 to 5. Thelma Hulbert Gallery, Dowell St, Honiton EX14 1LX. thelmahulbert.com / 01404 45006. Free admission.
Until 15 November
From and To A new exhibition by Laura Eldret and the people of West Dorset at the Allsop Gallery, Bridport Arts Centre exploring and celebrating ideas of creative freedoms. The exhibition is by Dorset artist Laura Eldret in collaboration with communities of Bridport and West Dorset and will incorporate creative contributions by local people. It will also offer local residents the opportunity to use the gallery as an open creative space for their own creative activities – anything from busking to drawing to creative meet-ups (more info on how to do this will be announced shortly). From and To is one of 60 new works commissioned across the UK as part of Our Freedom: Then and Now, a new UK-wide, locally-led arts and creative programme, reflecting on what ‘Our Freedom’ means to communities following the 80th anniversary of VE/VJ Day. Bridport Arts Centre pitched to explore what ‘creative freedom’ means to the town and wider West Dorset area and have been developing an exciting programme of activity in which the local community can get involved. Allsop Gallery, Bridport Arts Centre South Street, Bridport. https://www.bridport-arts.com.
Filled with Delight David Gommon (1913-87). Paintings from 1936 to 1985, to coincide with the publication of a monograph on the life and work of David Gommon, published by Sansom & Co. The Art Stable is delighted to be presenting the fourth exhibition of paintings by David Gommon, and delighted too that his work is being celebrated and documented in the wonderful monograph which is being published by Sansom & Co at the same time. This is the first comprehensive overview of Gommon’s work, with a text by Philip Vann and it places Gommon’s work within the wider context of his times and the radical currents of contemporary art during the mid C20th. The Art Stable, Kelly Ross Fine Art, Child Okeford, Dorset DT11 8HB. kellyross@theartstable.co.uk. 07816 837905.
15 November – 10 January
Radiance celebrates the variety and wonder of Sladers Yard’s artists, along with a special selection of work by Bridport artist Hugh Dunford Wood. With new work by established painters and printmakers, the gallery is showing rediscovered paintings in the case of Alfred Stockham. Two brilliant ceramic artists new to the gallery, include the intriguing forms of Emily Myers and the delightful figures of Derek Matthews, who join a fabulous selection of ceramics. As Petter Southall’s work becomes more playful and adventurous, there are lamp bases, low tables, console tables and dining tables plus sculpture in wood alongside his remarkable range of handmade chairs. Richly coloured woven textiles, scarves, throws and cushions, books, cards and posters offer something for every budget. Sladers Yard Contemporary Art & Craft Gallery, Cafe Sladers, West Bay, Bridport Dorset DT6 4EL. Open Wednesday to Saturday 10am – 4.30pm. t: 01308 459511 gallery@sladersyard.co.uk sladersyard.co.uk.
22 November – 4 December
Pop-Up Vintage. Open every day from 10.00am -4.00pm. Beautifully curated vintage and retro treasures for a truly sustainable Christmas. Sourced, cleaned, repaired and upcycled so that you don’t have to. “Those that know…know.” Malthouse Gallery, Town Mill, Lyme Regis DT7 3PU.
28 November – 20 December
An exhibition of paintings by Helen Garrett with poetry by Kate Innes. Each of Helen’s paintings is a unique exploration of the ever-transforming contexts in which we find ourselves. Touching the edges of philosophy, archaeology and physics, the work becomes a vehicle for contemplation as we reflect on the human experience. Helen is particularly interested in the link between ancient times and the present through material and place, both in the UK and in the Aegean. Kate’s work in poetry and fiction is inspired by her background working in archaeology and museums. She seeks out the stories held within places and objects – exploring the physical and spiritual lives of our ancestors. 10am-4pm, Tue-Sat. Free (voluntary donation to BAC) Primordial Dance. The Allsop Gallery, Bridport Arts Centre, South Street, Bridport DT6 3NR.
Until 10 January 2026
A Life Outside: Hope Bourne on Exmoor. Exhibition offers a new appraisal of the work and life of Exmoor writer and artist Hope Bourne. Created in partnership with The Exmoor Society which cares for The Hope L. Bourne Collection. This exhibition considers Bourne’s status as one of the West Country’s most significant nature writers, whose work and way of life are especially prescient in this time of advancing environmental crisis. It draws on new research by writer and Guardian Country Diarist Sara Hudston, whose book A Life Outside: Hope Bourne on Exmoor will be published next year. Sara is co-curating the exhibition with Kate Best, for the South West Heritage Trust. Somerset Rural Life Museum, Glastonbury is open Tuesday – Saturday 10.00 am – 5.00 pm. For more information visit SRLM.ORG.UK.
