England Art Galleries Guide

featuring a permanent collection of contemporary art and a programme of exhibitions of modern works from artists around the world

a treasure chest of art, design and artefacts spanning some 3000 years.

major international art gallery with more than 2,300 European paintings, dating from the 13th to the early 20th century, housing several iconic masterpieces

modern art gallery, presenting three special exhibitions each year, with the accent on the St Ives School of Art

in a fantastic waterside location at the heart of Bristol's harbour side, Arnolfini is one of Europe's leading centres for the contemporary arts. Art exhibitions, a cinema, live art and dance there is always something new to see

museum of art and archeology, founded in 1683, with world famous collections from Egyptian mummies to contemporary art

Barbara Hepworth's former studio and garden, exhibiting large collection of her work

covering a wide range of artists including Botticelli, Turner and Monet, all beautifully displayed with state of the art lighting

vast collections, telling the story of the last 400,000 years of history. The art galleries include the world-famous Pre-Raphaelite collection, the largest in the country

containing an impressive collection of art deco, art nouveau and fine art paintings with many historical artefacts from around the world. The museum also hosts a wide range of temporary exhibitions

set in Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, this is the home of the world famous Aldeburgh Music Festival, with many craft shops and art galleries

houses considerable collections of fine and decorative art, human history and natural sciences as well as holding a wide range of temporary exhibitions

striking contemporary art gallery, on site of JMW Turner's guest house, with high-calibre exhibitions and stunning sea views

set in classical parkland landscaped by Capability Brown, now with an adventure playground, this period mansion is also a world class art gallery

showcasing one of the finest collections of Old Master paintings in the world especially rich in French, Italian and Spanish Baroque paintings

Enjoy the varied programme of exhibitions, films and events. Relax in the new cafe with outdoor balcony seating and find fresh and fun new products in the shop. There is also a children's events programme

the gallery holds the most extensive collection of portraits in the world and aims to promote the appreciation and understanding of portraiture in all media

public art gallery presenting contemporary work in all media by regional, national and international artists, with a supporting programme of events

a public exhibition space for contemporary art, fashion, design and photography, featuring established and emerging artists, designers and creative practitioners

Penlee House displays works from The Newlyn School of artists, as well as local photography, decorative arts and archaeology collections

set in Kensington Gardens, this seasonal gallery showcases an innovative programme from contemporary creatives from across the world

uncover the history of the Potteries including the world's greatest collection of Staffordshire ceramics and a Fine Art collection of Impressionist paintings

dedicated to the conservation and production of new work by artists from the earliest stages of their careers with sister venues in Finland and America

beautiful Georgian building, once known as "No 1 London", former home of Duke of Wellington, housing wonderful collections of art, silver and porcelain

housed in a 1950s grain warehouse, presenting the experience of contemporary art, with no permanent collection and so offering a constantly changing programme of exhibitions and events

boasting exhibitions which are among the finest examples of modern art in Europe, with a regular changing programme of fine art, photography and design and including talks and workshops

multi-award winning gallery featuring works by Old Masters, major Victorian artists, British Impressionists and contemporary painters

founded in 1946, the institute aims to encourage contemporary art in its widest form with ever-changing exhibitions and performances

founded by the sugar magnate, Sir Henry Tate, this fine art gallery boasts paintings and sculpture from the 16th-19th century

The Tate Liverpool is the home of modern art in the North with four floors of 20th century artists as well as visiting exhibitions.

One of Britain's finest art collections, with paintings, sculpture and decorative art from the 13th century to the present day.

with shops, restaurants and the Cricklepit Wildlife Centre, cycle hire, boat trips and a climbing wall, there is something for all the family

set amidst the narrow cobbled streets in the former mariners' church, the society was founded in 1927 and now houses a permanent display as well as temporary, contemporary art exhibitions

180 The Strand is an iconic Brutalist building which aims to foster and connect creatives, entrepreneurs, dynamic thinkers and cultural explorers

arts centre hosting a range of interesting shows, films, plays, exhibitions and groups for the local community. Features a bar area and venue exhibition rooms

vibrant and exciting focus for arts, offering a theatre, gallery, artists' studios, recording studio, licensed bar, rehearsal rooms and function rooms. Offers a year round programme of arts activities

telling the story of the local people and with a wealth of temporary art exhibitions. The museum section also holds artefacts from the ancient Egyptians

world-renowned contemporary art gallery and a landmark of brutalist architecture featuring wide ranging, year round exhibitions

a clever combination of personally chosen artworks collected during the 20th century reflecting the taste of Jim Ede, curator at the Tate in London

an oasis hidden away in an urban environment, this classic Georgian merchant's town house was lived in by the Peckovers for 150 years

an eclectic collection dating from the fifteenth to the nineteenth century with the emphasis on impressionist and post impressionist art

quirky exhibition space in the town centre, this contemporary art gallery is part of the Newlyn Art Gallery and has events and workshops with changing exhibitions

former conservatory of Buckingham Palace, exhibiting paintings, furniture, photographs and other items from the Royal Collection

a cutting edge art gallery with exhibits to stretch the imagination featuring many modern, well known artists

Part of the University of Liverpool, there are eight galleries art, including a large collection by famous wildlife artist, John James Audobon.

The Great Promenade Show consists of ten pieces of artwork forming an outdoor gallery reflecting Blackpool's history and character.