You can create your artwork anywhere in Poundbury, in your own time, and submit it online for a chance to win some fantastic prizes, including a top prize of £250. Whether you choose the Great Field, one of Poundbury’s beautiful…
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The Tiny Art House
A recreation of the home and studio of Dorset artist Clem has just been unveiled at Crossroads Cafe in Poundbury, Dorchester. The sale model built by master craftsman Brian Hutchings includes Clem’s early 20th century furniture, her art studio and…

Young Artists Brighten our Community
Young Artists Brighten the Community Something quietly wonderful has been happening in Poundbury, and it deserves a little celebration. Every fortnight a group of five-to-ten-year-olds meets after school at an art club held in PIPS Cafe. It started as a…

A Year of Art in Poundbury
If this is the year you are planning to get more art into your life, either making or appreciating it, look no further than Art in Poundbury. Our mass participation events – Art in the Park and Art in the…

Winter Exhibition is officially open
Read MoreWinter Exhibition is officially open
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:

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…

Update from local artist Ava Stoker
Ava has been an avid supporter (and winner) of Art in Poundbury’s recent en plein air events. Her personal successes have led to even more exciting experiences in her young life, in her words:- “I am excited to have just…

Art in Sunflowers 2025 – The Winners!
Experienced Artist 18 & over Winners and Highly Commended We are exceedingly happy to announce the winners of this years sunflower competition in the category of enthusiasts! First Prize: Michael Weller Excellent composition & harmony of colours. Well balanced and…

Celebrating 200 Years of the Railway at Prince of Wales School
We were delighted to join in with the 200 Years of the Railway celebration at Prince of Wales School. The main corridor was transformed into a railway, creating a real sense of excitement. Nic Colston, the ever-enthusiastic founder of STEAM…