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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