We are delighted to announce that a visit for members of the Arts Society to the Gravesend Gurdwara has been arranged for Tuesday 20th January 2026 from 1.30pm to 4pm.
The visit will include a guided tour, a talk and the opportunity to ask questions. Refreshments will also be provided.
The visit will be led by volunteers from the Gurdwara and there is no charge. However, donations are welcome and we would suggest a donation of £2 - £5 per head.
Cockpit Arts and the Greater London Area (GLA) Award
The GLA have been awarding a bursary each year for a maker at Cockpit since 2016. We have been able to spread these over a wide range of techniques and ages. We see the importance of encouraging those who are capable in their field, but need expertise and advice not only to develop their making skills, but also to develop business skills. Cockpit offers both the space to work and the business coaching, which is so vital. All of our previous recipients have prospered.
The Koestler Trust takes art into prisons and other secure units to help prisoners develop. They hold an annual exhibition at the Royal Festival Hall and make (small) awards to those chosen to exhibit.
For many years the Greater London Area has supported them by giving money for awards to young offenders for their art. Several other Arts Societies also now give awards.
This fascinating (and free) exhibition runs from 31st October to 14th December, open at the following times:
Members' Invitation: Art Excursion to Valencia –
Two World-Class Museums Thursday, 20 November 2025
Join us for an inspiring day in Valencia exploring two outstanding museums: The Museum of Fine Arts of Valencia (MuBAV) – featuring the new exhibition Classics and Moderns: Masterpieces from the BBVA Collection – and the Centre de Arte Hortensia Herrero, home to one of Spain’s finest contemporary art collections.
The Arts Society Chester visited both Liverpool cathedrals on Tuesday Nov 4th. Pam and Madeleine did us proud with 3 interesting guided tours and a tasty soup-and-sandwich lunch! While both cathedrals were completed in the last century, their history and style were very different.
The Arts Society Marina Alta is pleased to announce the publication of the 2026 Programme of Lectures. It features a curated list of stellar topics by accredited "Outstanding" authorities. Leading the stimulating line up is Frank Gehry: Star Architect and The World'sMostExpensive Art. Music & Art in the Age of Vermeer and What Happened to the Fabergé Eggs After the Revolution? will entertain audiences with fascinating historical narratives. Bertie Pearce is back by popular demand to enlighten audi