The Willow Gallery Oswestry
Opening Hours for The Willow Gallery & Willow Eatery
Monday to Saturday 9.30am to 5.30pm
Address: The Willow Gallery, 56 Willow Street, Oswestry, Shropshire, SY11 1AE
Telephone: +44(0)1691 657575
Email: [email protected]
The Willow Gallery, Oswestry, is a contemporary art space dedicated to displaying works from both local and international artists. A hub for creativity, the gallery is a Community Interest Company run mainly by a team of volunteers. We frequently hold workshops, talks, events and exhibitions, bringing together creative individuals from the local community and beyond. We aim to provide a platform for local artists and craft people to promote themselves and their work. Hosting both a shop and a cafe, the space provides a friendly atmosphere where you can relax, chat, work and enjoy the art on display. The Dunbabin Room, located in a separate building behind the main gallery, also hosts a variety of events and is available to rent for workshops, courses, meetings and private functions. Information for Visitors & Artists
Do I have to pay to view the exhibitions in the gallery?
All our exhibitions are free and we encourage everyone to visit. We welcome educational groups to visit and engage with the work.
Car Park
Our car park is located off Willow Street as you approach the gallery and is available for customers to use during opening hours.
Willow Eatery
Open during gallery hours for hot & cold drinks, lunch and deserts.
Dunbabin Room Hire
The Dunbabin Exhibition room is available to rent to groups, organisations and individuals. The room can accommodate up to 50 chairs for presentations. The space is fully heated, has access to electrical sockets and has access to a sink and toilet facilities. Use of the car park is included. We can provide up to 50 chairs and 15 trellis tables for use.
Exhibiting at The Willow Gallery
Please forward an artist CV and portfolio to the gallery email with an exhibition proposal.
The gallery has a number of feature walls available for rental on a monthly basis. Please contact the gallery for availability.
Does the Gallery Host Art Workshops?
The gallery regularly holds classes and workshops from in house tutors and guest teachers covering a wide range of art and craft subjects. Past workshops have included life class, sculpting, painting, felt making, photography, jewellery making, willow weaving & chocolate making.
Paying by Cheque
All cheques are to made payable to: willowoswestryCIC
Mailing List
If you would like to keep up to date with the galleries upcoming exhibitions and workshops please email a request to be added to the mailing list.
Can the gallery be booked for events and meetings?
Please contact the gallery for more details, the gallery provides a forum for many local organisations.
Does the gallery have Artist Studio spaces to rent?
Please contact the gallery for more information, the gallery regularly has artists in residence.
Collaboration with Charities and Education Institutes
Please contact the gallery if you are a charity and wish to work with the gallery. The gallery is proud to have supported the following organisations: Derwen College, Project Group Oswestry, Rotary Club Oswestry, ECTARC Llangollen, RSPCA Stapeley Grange, Severn Hospice.
Volunteering at the Gallery
Please send a CV and a forward letter to the gallery.
The gallery provides work experience placements for school students, university students and foreign exchange students. Please contact the gallery for more information.
Gallery Staff
Chief Executive Officer: Peter Vidal
Curator: Tereska Shepherd
Gallery Manager and Education Officer: Anthony James Smith
Exhibition and Events Organiser: Ben Partridge
Shop Manager: Charlotte Winter
