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.
21 of 57 venues shown
Every venue on the trail
- Venue 4, Jude EdmondsAmberley, 1 Wilder Road, Ilfracombe
- Venue 5, Nigel Mason24 Church Street, Ilfracombe
- Venue 6, David Pritchard19 Church Street, Ilfracombe
- Venue 15, Helen Weedon, Ilf. Infant/Nursery School, Joshua Day, Megan Dunleavy, Walter Elliott ArtworkThe Landmark Theatre, The Promenade, Ilfracombe
- Venue 16, Ilf. Art & Craft Society9/10, The Promenade, Wilder Road, Ilfracombe
- Venue 17, Chocolate Emporium, Ley Holloway, Louise Michelle Bird, Sarah Mckay, Sue SmithIlfracombe Chocolate Emporium, 6 High Street, Ilfracombe
- Venue 19, Cow Green GardenCow Lane, (opp. Choc Emporium on High Street), Ilfracombe
- Venue 20, Ali Hogg35 Oxford Grove, Ilfracombe
- Venue 23, CombeToons, Dabecdesigns, Fortythree ShopUpstairs @ Fortythree Shop, 37 Fore Street, Ilfracombe
- Venue 26, Lizzie Howard, Lucia’s10-11 Fore Street, Ilfracombe
- Venue 27, Sarah Cox8 Gilbert Grove, Ilfracombe
- Venue 28, Amanda Gartshore, Maggs AshtonIlfracombe and North Devon Sub Aqua Club, Ropery Road, Ilfracombe
- Venue 29, Jane Perrin21 St James’ Place, Ilfracombe
- Venue 30, Chris Paterson DeaconPip & Jim’s Community Hall, St James’ Place, Ilfracombe
- Venue 31, Alison Rowe, Fiona Bates, Paul Swailes, The Pier GalleryThe Pier Gallery, 10 The Quay, Ilfracombe
- Venue 32, Julie Anne CookIlfracombe Yacht Club, The Quay, Ilfracombe
- Venue 52, Mark Rochester25 Beach Road, Ilfracombe
- Venue 53, Alix Hazell39 Beach Road, Ilfracombe
- Venue 55, Louise Godber, Philippa EllamCotswold, Barton Lane, Berrynarbor, Ilfracombe
- Venue 56, Sarah LockettBessemer Thatch, Berrynarbor, Ilfracombe
- Venue 57, Gill RogersWoodvale Cottage, Sterridge Valley, Ilfracombe
Artists
101 makers across 3 zones — filter to find your kind of thing.
Medium
Ceramics12Drawing24Jewellery8Mixed Media30Painting50Photography10Print-making9Textiles9Other33Open Garden3Accessibility and facilities
Wheelchair accessible27Toilet for visitors0Viewable from the pavement0Food or drink offered0Makers on the trail
37 venues
4
Studio or Gallery
Jude Edmonds
Painting“My main influence was my father, a talented, humble artist.”
Not wheelchair accessible. There is no toilet, no view from the pavement and nothing to eat or drink. Ring ahead to ask what is possible.
Amberley
5
Studio or Gallery
Nigel Mason
DrawingPainting“I taught myself painting from an early age by copying the old masters.”
Not wheelchair accessible. There is no toilet, no view from the pavement and nothing to eat or drink. Ring ahead to ask what is possible.
24 Church Street
6
Studio or Gallery
David Pritchard
Photography“I studied Photography at a College of Art and Design (who remembers those?) and graduated in 1981. I then began my career as a professional photographer working with the marketing departments of travel and technology businesses.”
Not wheelchair accessible. There is no toilet, no view from the pavement and nothing to eat or drink. Ring ahead to ask what is possible.
19 Church Street
15
Studio or Gallery
Helen Weedon
Mosaic“Helen Weedon creates mosaics that sparkle with colour, character, and a sense of fun. Working in the pique assiette tradition, she transforms vintage china, jewellery, and found objects into vibrant designs that celebrate reinvention and individuality.”
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
Ilf. Infant/Nursery School
Textiles“Come and discover the incredible talent flourishing within our school as we showcase our collaborative work, celebrating identity, creativity and connection in the world. Each contribution represents a unique voice, reminding us that no two people are the same. Just as every colour, mark and shape plays an essential part in the overall design, so every child in our school community plays an important role in society.”
Step-free access throughout. There is no toilet, no view from the pavement and nothing to eat or drink.
The Landmark TheatreWheelchair accessible: yes15
Studio or Gallery
Joshua Day
Photography“The North Devon coast has been a constant in my life since childhood, and my relationship with it has taken many different forms.”
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
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
17
Studio or Gallery
Chocolate Emporium
Chocolatier and CannDo Workshops“With many years of loving all thing food, I moved here to Ilfracombe in 2017 and have been specialising in hand-making chocolate ever since, running the Award winning Ilfracombe Chocolate Emporium.”
Not wheelchair accessible. There is no toilet, no view from the pavement and nothing to eat or drink. Ring ahead to ask what is possible.
Ilfracombe Chocolate Emporium
17
Studio or Gallery
Ley Holloway
Jewellery“I’m a grandma to a 18 year old, mother to two sons and trained as a graphic designer and illustrator.”
Not wheelchair accessible. There is no toilet, no view from the pavement and nothing to eat or drink. Ring ahead to ask what is possible.
Ilfracombe Chocolate Emporium
17
Studio or Gallery
Louise Michelle Bird
DrawingPainting“Louise has been making artworks for all of her life. Initially she trained and worked as an illustrator and then moved into portraiture when her family came along. She has worked to commission for over twenty five years and has only recently been creating her own collection of paintings. All through her artistic life, the human figure has been the over riding subject of her work. Exploring and celebrating emotions and character, the joy and fragility of life is what she strives to depict in both her portraiture and her own pieces.”
Not wheelchair accessible. There is no toilet, no view from the pavement and nothing to eat or drink. Ring ahead to ask what is possible.
Ilfracombe Chocolate Emporium
17
Studio or Gallery
Sarah Mckay
Print-making“I studied art, photography and printing in Surrey and moved to Ilfracombe 3 years ago. How fortunate are we to have a wealth of inspirational views!”
Not wheelchair accessible. There is no toilet, no view from the pavement and nothing to eat or drink. Ring ahead to ask what is possible.
Ilfracombe Chocolate Emporium
17
Studio or Gallery
Sue Smith
Pen and ink“I previously lived in Oxford working in homelessness and those at risks of it – which underpins a lot of my work.”
Not wheelchair accessible. There is no toilet, no view from the pavement and nothing to eat or drink. Ring ahead to ask what is possible.
Ilfracombe Chocolate Emporium
19
Open Garden
Cow Green Garden
Open Garden, hosted by Cow Green Garden
“Cow Green is a community wildlife garden in the heart of Ilfracombe, completely managed by volunteers.”
Not wheelchair accessible. There is no toilet, no view from the pavement and nothing to eat or drink. Ring ahead to ask what is possible.
Cow Lane
20
Studio or Gallery
Ali Hogg
DrawingMixed MediaPainting+1“Frame Ilfracombe’s proprietor – Ali Hogg has been in the industry for over 30 years…as well as showcasing the business, he will be exhibiting examples of his collage, drawing, mixed media and painting.”
Not wheelchair accessible. There is no toilet, no view from the pavement and nothing to eat or drink. Ring ahead to ask what is possible.
35 Oxford Grove
23
Studio or Gallery
CombeToons
Digital drawing“A self-taught artist, originally from Australia, Karen had an international career in Geosciences before moving to her husband’s hometown of Ilfracombe to raise their family in beautiful North Devon. Her work celebrates local landscapes in a graphic style, with a bright palette and uplifting vibe, and is strongly influenced by her travels, as well as her previous career as a geologist!”
Not wheelchair accessible. There is no toilet, no view from the pavement and nothing to eat or drink. Ring ahead to ask what is possible.
Upstairs @ Fortythree Shop
23
Studio or Gallery
Dabecdesigns
Jewellery“Becca handcrafts nature inspired sterling silver jewellery by molding shells, plants and other items found in nature, then recreating them in silver. As the molds are made in house they are unique to Dabecdesigns.”
Not wheelchair accessible. There is no toilet, no view from the pavement and nothing to eat or drink. Ring ahead to ask what is possible.
Upstairs @ Fortythree Shop
23
Studio or Gallery
Fortythree Shop
CeramicsDrawingJewellery+3“Fortythree Shop is a shared creative space brought together by 16 individual makers each working independently while sharing a passion for craftsmanship and originality.”
Not wheelchair accessible. There is no toilet, no view from the pavement and nothing to eat or drink. Ring ahead to ask what is possible.
Upstairs @ Fortythree Shop
26
Studio or Gallery
Lizzie Howard
Acrylics, watercolours and various crafts“An exhibition of mixed media paintings as well as crafts – an explosion of colours and textures to feed the creative spirit! My painting reflects an abstract style, self-expression and hence, has no limits as far as colour and perspective is concerned and it is very satisfying when that particular technique speaks to the onlooker because I know they are on my wavelength! My watercolours, although influenced by my environment, also reflect a certain abstract quality. Crafts include scrap journalling (containing samples of humorous poems composed by me, creating fun out of every day, banal happenings), textural neckwear made from colourful woven yarns and handmade cards for all occasions. A medley of work to catch the eye!”
Not wheelchair accessible. There is no toilet, no view from the pavement and nothing to eat or drink. Ring ahead to ask what is possible.
10-11 Fore Street
26
Studio or Gallery
Lucia’s
Gallery Cafe, Hosting Author Naomi Barker“Lucia’s is a local coffee house & cafe featuring art work throughout and carefully crafted food plates & deli items.”
Not wheelchair accessible. There is no toilet, no view from the pavement and nothing to eat or drink. Ring ahead to ask what is possible.
10-11 Fore Street
27
Studio or Gallery
Sarah Cox
papier mache“Growing up in Bedfordshire I always hankered to live by the sea and finally made it in 2006.”
Step-free access throughout. There is no toilet, no view from the pavement and nothing to eat or drink.
8 Gilbert GroveWheelchair accessible: yes
28
Studio or Gallery
Amanda Gartshore
DrawingPaintingPrint-making“I feel fortunate to live in this beautiful area. For the 2026 Art Trail, I am focusing on our North Devon landscape and aim to show landscape studies from sketches to final pieces.”
Not wheelchair accessible. There is no toilet, no view from the pavement and nothing to eat or drink. Ring ahead to ask what is possible.
Ilfracombe and North Devon Sub Aqua Club
28
Studio or Gallery
Maggs Ashton
Photography“As I drop below, the thoughts of life above the sea fade into oblivion, being replaced with the wonders that await.”
Not wheelchair accessible. There is no toilet, no view from the pavement and nothing to eat or drink. Ring ahead to ask what is possible.
Ilfracombe and North Devon Sub Aqua Club
29
Studio or Gallery
Jane Perrin
DrawingMixed MediaPainting+1“Originally from the North East coast of Scotland, I moved to Ilfracombe straight from Glasgow school of Art, where I studied fine art. Always an impatient painter I turned to photography as my hand could never keep up with the ever changing light. Photography soon became a full time career and passion achieving Fellowship with the BIPP and Associateship with the RPS Ilfracombe has been my home for 42 years. Married to Carl, a born and bred local, we share six children all of whom have now found their own way in life. Maturity has brought me some patience and the coastline my inspiration, my art is mostly described as bringing happiness and joy. To me colour is everything, I work in mixed media, enjoying pen and ink, watercolour, acrylic, oils, printing and photography. I look forward to welcoming you to my Atelier, where I run art classes, paint & sips, workshops and display my work. If you’d like more information on any of my work or classes, please call 07980707515. You can also see more of my work at Olive and Rose, 23 St James’ Place, EX349BJ a step away and brilliant coffee. Thank you.”
Not wheelchair accessible. There is no toilet, no view from the pavement and nothing to eat or drink. Ring ahead to ask what is possible.
21 St James’ Place
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
Alison Rowe
Print-making“Having completed a BA (Hons) degree in Textile Design at Camberwell School of Art, London, I embarked on a career in the fashion textile industry as a designer/colourist.”
Step-free access throughout. There is no toilet, no view from the pavement and nothing to eat or drink.
The Pier GalleryWheelchair accessible: yes
31
Studio or Gallery
Fiona Bates
Ceramics“My journey with clay began 6 million years ago shortly after life had evolved on earth.”
Step-free access throughout. There is no toilet, no view from the pavement and nothing to eat or drink.
The Pier GalleryWheelchair 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
32
Studio or Gallery
Julie Anne Cook
Mixed MediaPaintingHanging sculptures“Julie Anne Cook studied Fine Art at Bath Spa University & grained a B.A. (Hons ) in Fine Art.”
Not wheelchair accessible. There is no toilet, no view from the pavement and nothing to eat or drink. Ring ahead to ask what is possible.
Ilfracombe Yacht Club
52
Studio or Gallery
Mark Rochester
DrawingPainting“I trained and worked as a textile designer, supplying original designs, archival reworking and colouring for interior use for European and American clients. Living here, I have been painting and drawing for pure pleasure.”
Not wheelchair accessible. There is no toilet, no view from the pavement and nothing to eat or drink. Ring ahead to ask what is possible.
25 Beach Road
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
55
Studio or Gallery
Louise Godber
Mixed MediaPainting“In 2025 I took a sabbatical and made it my year of art. I loved it so much I have continued!”
Not wheelchair accessible. There is no toilet, no view from the pavement and nothing to eat or drink. Ring ahead to ask what is possible.
Cotswold
55
Studio or Gallery
Philippa Ellam
Mixed MediaPaintingPrint-making“After retiring from a rewarding and challenging 35 year career as a nurse both in the NHS and hospice care I was excited to have time to learn to paint.”
Not wheelchair accessible. There is no toilet, no view from the pavement and nothing to eat or drink. Ring ahead to ask what is possible.
Cotswold
56
Studio or Gallery
Sarah Lockett
Painting“Sarah Lockett is a contemporary artist whose impressionist-style landscapes evoke the dynamic beauty of the wild coastline and rolling countryside. Her expressive brushwork and layered technique lend a distinct energy to her work, capturing both movement and mood.”
Not wheelchair accessible. There is no toilet, no view from the pavement and nothing to eat or drink. Ring ahead to ask what is possible.
Bessemer Thatch
57
Studio or Gallery
Gill Rogers
Textile Artist“I am a textile artist whose work weaves together the fluidity of water colour with the texture and rhythm of machine stich, hand embroidery and other materials. My studio in my 18th century cottage in Berrynarbor is my sanctuary and creative space!”
Not wheelchair accessible. There is no toilet, no view from the pavement and nothing to eat or drink. Ring ahead to ask what is possible.
Woodvale Cottage
Ilfracombe Art Trail 2026 0 workshops
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.
Nothing listed yet
Ilfracombe Art Trail 2026 has no workshops on the calendar at the moment. Everything else on the trail is open as usual, and this page fills up as the committee adds them.