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- Day
- Saturday 9 May
- Time
- 02:03 to 03:03
- Price
- Free to attend
- Taking part
- Book in advance — 2 places.
Email drcharles194@gmail.com to book
- Run by
- Tester
- Where
- The Gallery, venue 51. Look for it on the map above.
Ilfracombe Art Trail 2026 — 9–10 May 2026
What’s on
The map, the makers and the workshops, all in one place. Start anywhere — narrow it to what you fancy, then save the doors you want to walk to.
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The map
Every venue on the trail, numbered as the brochure numbers them. Tap a pin to see who is inside, then add them to your trail.
7 of 57 venues shown
Every venue on the trail
- Venue 2, Ian Hudson15 Broad Park Avenue, Ilfracombe
- Venue 16, Ilf. Art & Craft Society9/10, The Promenade, Wilder Road, Ilfracombe
- Venue 24, Natasha Quarmby43 Fore Street, Ilfracombe
- Venue 30, Chris Paterson DeaconPip & Jim’s Community Hall, St James’ Place, Ilfracombe
- Venue 41, Clare Russell4 Bicclescombe Park Road, Ilfracombe
- Venue 44, Curlstone Creatives, John Williams, Marwood Art GroupNorth Devon Resort, Marlborough Road, Ilfracombe
- Venue 53, Alix Hazell39 Beach Road, Ilfracombe
Artists
101 makers across 3 zones — filter to find your kind of thing.
Medium
Ceramics12Drawing24Jewellery8Mixed Media30PaintingApplied50Photography10Print-making9Textiles9Other33Open Garden3Accessibility and facilities
Wheelchair accessibleApplied27Toilet for visitors0Viewable from the pavement0Food or drink offered0Makers on the trail
12 venues
2
Studio or Gallery
Ian Hudson
Painting“I have lived and worked in North Devon since 1980, painting watercolours of local landscapes and seascapes.”
Step-free access throughout. There is no toilet, no view from the pavement and nothing to eat or drink.
15 Broad Park AvenueWheelchair accessible: yes
12
Studio or Gallery
Mary Taylor
Painting“Mary works mainly on canvass to create a joyful and stylised interpretation of coastal life around North Devon.”
Step-free access throughout. There is no toilet, no view from the pavement and nothing to eat or drink.
The Carlton HotelWheelchair accessible: yes
15
Studio or Gallery
Megan Dunleavy
Painting“Born and raised in Ilfracombe, I have always been deeply influenced by the dramatic coastline and expansive sea views that surrounded me.”
Step-free access throughout. There is no toilet, no view from the pavement and nothing to eat or drink.
The Landmark TheatreWheelchair accessible: yes
15
Studio or Gallery
Walter Elliott Artwork
Painting“Walter was the founder of the Ilfracombe Art Society, he owned the Elliott Art gallery in Braunton for many years. He created the largest pastel triptych in the world (when it was made), he was at a time the president of the Pastel Society, had his paintings displayed in esteemed galleries such as the Mall in London and Salon de Nations in Paris, and since his passing in 2018, his collection now remains in storage with one of his grandchildren.”
Step-free access throughout. There is no toilet, no view from the pavement and nothing to eat or drink.
The Landmark TheatreWheelchair accessible: yes
16
Studio or Gallery
Ilf. Art & Craft Society
CeramicsDrawingJewellery+4“Inside the art & craft centre you will find a large selection of original paintings created by talented local artists. From animals, flowers, local seascapes and harbour scenes to studies of beautiful North Devon and Exmoor there’s something to suit every ones taste. The craft work selection is just as varied. On show there’s stained glass work, hand created glass sculptures and jewellery items, pottery, woodturning, handmade cards, felted, sewn and knitted creations. So whether you are looking for a large picture for that special place in your home, a small present for a friend or even fancy spoiling yourself with a reminder of your visit to Ilfracombe, you’ll be sure to find something suitable in our art & craft centre… and you can be assured that whatever you buy will have been produced locally and that a part of the cost your purchase will be donated to a local charity.”
Step-free access throughout. There is no toilet, no view from the pavement and nothing to eat or drink.
9/10Wheelchair accessible: yes
24
Studio or Gallery
Natasha Quarmby
Painting“If you walk down Fore Street in Ilfracombe, you will find Natasha busy painting in her newly rebranded studio, The little Yellow Art Shop.”
Step-free access throughout. There is no toilet, no view from the pavement and nothing to eat or drink.
43 Fore StreetWheelchair accessible: yes
30
Studio or Gallery
Chris Paterson Deacon
DrawingPainting“I have always loved to express myself and my emotions in my art. I trained as an architect and taught Theatre Set Design briefly but eventually joined the RAF before settling in Devon where I found the time and space to reconnect with my creative side in the studio. My canvases often depict the ocean and all its inhabitants and I aim to capture their energy, colour and life. Often my paintings reflect my mood, they are personal and unique. When I am not painting, I turn to drawing, heavily influenced by my architectural roots, I capture images of homes, special places and buildings. Some of my drawings are commissions, others simply to capture their beauty and unique qualities.”
Step-free access throughout. There is no toilet, no view from the pavement and nothing to eat or drink.
Pip & Jim’s Community HallWheelchair accessible: yes
31
Studio or Gallery
Paul Swailes
Painting“Paul enjoys painting the seas, skies and landscapes of the local area. He works in acrylic and mixed media on paper, canvas and upcycled objects to capture its unique and dynamic nature. He is known locally for his regular exhibitions and as a co-owner and an exhibiting artist of The Pier Gallery on the quay in Ilfracombe.”
Step-free access throughout. There is no toilet, no view from the pavement and nothing to eat or drink.
The Pier GalleryWheelchair accessible: yes31
Studio or Gallery
The Pier Gallery
CeramicsJewelleryPainting+2“The Pier Gallery is situated in the picturesque harbour area of Ilfracombe and opened in the Spring of 2023.”
Step-free access throughout. There is no toilet, no view from the pavement and nothing to eat or drink.
The Pier GalleryWheelchair accessible: yes
41
Studio or Gallery
Clare Russell
DrawingMixed MediaPainting+1“Many years ago I studied fine art and printmaking, and after a year of working in a printmakers co-operative in Oxford, I decided to train to be a teacher, thinking I would have plenty of time to be creative as well – How wrong I was !!!!”
Step-free access throughout. There is no toilet, no view from the pavement and nothing to eat or drink.
4 Bicclescombe Park RoadWheelchair accessible: yes
44
Studio or Gallery
Curlstone Creatives
DrawingMixed MediaPainting“Curlstone Creatives started with a graduate of Bournemouth Arts Institute creating artwork in his downtime; pieces that have gradually decorated the walls of our house.”
Step-free access throughout. There is no toilet, no view from the pavement and nothing to eat or drink.
North Devon ResortWheelchair accessible: yes
53
Studio or Gallery
Alix Hazell
PaintingPhotography“Alix is predominantly a seascape & landscape artist, her love of the outdoors and travel is the source of her creativity. Having lived in the French Alps, New Zealand and Canada, these remarkable places have all made their impact on Alix.”
Step-free access throughout. There is no toilet, no view from the pavement and nothing to eat or drink.
39 Beach RoadWheelchair accessible: yes
Ilfracombe Art Trail 2026 1 workshop
Workshops on the trail
Things to make, watch and join in with, alongside the open studios. Each one has a letter so you can find it on the map, and its day follows the trail’s own dates.