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The Burton at Bideford appoints Harriet Cooper as Director

The Burton at Bideford has announced the appointment of Harriet Cooper as its new Director.

Westward Ho! & Bideford Art Society Annual Open Exhibition

A highlight of the North Devon arts calendar, the annual WHOBIDARTS show features work by both established and up-and-coming artists.

Book now for our summer art activity sessions

Our summer art activity sessions for children aged 8-13 are now available to book.

Blandine Anderson to exhibit new ceramic works at book signing event

Ceramic artist Blandine Anderson will be at The Burton next month to talk about her new book and exhibit a series of new ceramic works.

Open call for WHOBIDARTS annual exhibition

Entries are now open for the Westward Ho! & Bideford Art Society’s annual open exhibition, which takes place at The Burton from 24 August to 13 October.

Street artist Mau Mau brings his book launch tour to The Burton

We are excited to reveal that street artist Mau Mau will be in the gallery on Saturday 1 June to sign copies of his new book Talking Out of My Art, which captures 30 years of street art counter cul...

The Burton wins £120k of Arts Council England funding to improve sustainability

The Burton At Bideford has been awarded a £120,000 grant from Arts Council England’s Capital Investment Programme.

Bideford Photomonth

Bideford Photomonth is a celebration of photography and rural life. The Burton Art Gallery in Bideford, North Devon will host a photography exhibition of two photographers who cross generations.

Andy Hughes appointed for 2024 environmental artist commission

We’re delighted to announce the recent appointment of Andy Hughes as our 2024 environmental artist commission.

Unwrap a gift of art, craft and creativity this festive season!

Buy a Burton Gift Voucher and spread the love of art, craft and creativity! Also available to purchase via our online shop.

Free Meet the Maker Craft Demos at the Burton this December

FREE demos by local artists and makers will take place in the Burton's Craft Gallery, weekends throughout December. No need to book - just turn up and watch creativity in action!

The Burton Welcomes Abi Obene as New Curatorial Coordinator

The Burton offers a warm welcome to Abi Obene, who brings a wealth of experience and enthusiasm to their new role as Curatorial Coordinator.

ARTIST ROOMS Louise Bourgeois opens at the Burton this November

Join special guests from Tate to celebrate the opening of ARTIST ROOMS Louise Bourgeois at the Burton Art Gallery and Museum on Friday 17 November, 6-8pm. All welcome. FREE entry.

FREE initiative for 14-19 yr olds!

An opportunity for 14-19 year olds to get creative, work with artists and explore developing a career in the arts. FREE - places limited. Booking required. Sessions are fortnightly from Wednesday 1...

Internationally renowned abstract Artist Ian Davenport visits the Burton

You are warmly invited to join Ian Davenport at the gallery to celebrate the opening of a new exhibition of his work on Saturday 16 September, 6-8pm. Open to all. FREE entry.

Sculpture from leading British artists on show at the Burton this summer

Featuring works by artists including Antony Gormley, Barbara Hepworth, Henry Moore, Rachel Whiteread, Sarah Lucas and Sokari Douglas Camp among others. Open daily until 5 September.

En Plein Air Workshop: Exploring Bideford Black

En plein air workshop at Northam Burrows with Paul Lewin. Saturday 9 September, 10am-4pm

En Plein Air Workshop: Mark Making Sketch Walks

En plein air workshop at Northam Burrows Visitor Centre with Rachel Stanton. Friday 25 August, 10am-5pm

En Plein Air Workshop: Painting with Earth Pigments

En plein air workshop at Northam Burrows Visitor Centre. Saturday 19 August, 10am-4pm

En Plein Air Workshop: Drawn to the Rockpools

En plein air workshop at Northam Burrows Visitor Centre with Warren Collum. Wednesday 16 August, 10am-4pm

En Plein Air Workshop: Seashore Monoprinting

En plein air workshop at Northam Burrows Visitor Centre with Annabel Hill. Saturday 12 August, 10am-1pm

Annual Schools Exhibition: handing-in days for schools announced

Handing-in days for schools are announced ahead of the hugely popular Annual Schools ExhibitionOur hugely popular Schools Exhibition opens at the end of February this year and we are looking forwar...

Pyrography sessions bring positive impact to Men's Sheds

Earlier this year The Burton at Bideford, Art Gallery & Museum collaborated with Red Earth Developments on a new Men's Sheds art initiative. Pyrography sessions ran bi-weekly at the gallery led...

Annual Christmas Open & Halstead Collection now on display

The Annual Christmas Open exhibition opened its doors over the weekend at the Burton at Bideford, Art Gallery & Museum. Organised as a fundraising event by the Friends of the Burton, the Ann...