Welcome to Art in Poundbury

Encouraging Creativity in our Community

Part of a thriving artistic community in Poundbury, Dorchester our aim is to support community projects in the local area, provide opportunities for artists to learn, showcase their work and connect with like-minded individuals.

Building on successes in previous years, plans for 2025 include two open air painting events and two exhibitions. Our theme for 2025 running across all our events is “Bright and Beautiful”. Go to our Events page to find out more.

For those interested in learning more or participating, our website is regularly updated, the go-to resource for our Club is www.artinpoundbury.club. Be the first to be updated on events and opportunities by subscribing to our newsletter or through social media via our Facebook and Instagram page.

Upcoming Events

Bright and Beautiful and Dorset County Hospital Appeal

Bright and Beautiful and Dorset County Hospital Appeal

4th Oct 2025 - 1st Dec 2025
10:00 am - 16:00 pm
Art at Crossroads

Art at Crossroads

5th Oct 2025 - 8th Dec 2025
08:00 am - 16:00 pm
'Hidden Talents' Art Exhibition at DCH

'Hidden Talents' Art Exhibition at DCH

12th Jan 2026 - 16th Apr 2026
All Day

Latest News

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Five reasons to make a date for our Bright and Beautiful exhibition

For two weeks from 22 November the Jubilee Hall in Poundbury will be the place to be for art lovers. If you needed any more encouragement, here are five reasons to make a date:

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Art in the community

This year’s Art in Poundbury winter exhibition Bright and Beautiful will feature a soaring community art display. A flock of 1,000 birds are being handmade in local schools, Dorchester Youth Club, Age UK, Weldmar Hospice and elderly living communities in Dorchester and the surrounding areas. Each bird carries a Bright and Beautiful message and they […]

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