“A fine gallery in a fine setting...”
“...wonderful as always” ...."a lovely rural mix!"
“staff welcoming and friendly...”
“excellent show.”... “nice selection of Art ear-rings”
“a little gem”.... “I shall return!”

FROM THE VISITORS BOOK

Gossipgate Gallery lies in a tranquil corner of the historic town of Alston, situated high up in the hills at the heart of the North Pennines Area of Outstanding Beauty. The gallery has been established since 1983, and having celebrated its 20th anniversary three years ago, continues to inspire those who visit.
(click here to visit the 20th Anniversary page)

Specialising in the work of contemporary artists and craftspeople from the North of England, selling paintings, sculpture, jewellery, glass, pottery, wood and textiles. The gallery also sells CDs of Northumbrian music, books of local interest and a selection of artists’ materials.

Continuous programme of exhibitions from February – December showing the work of both well-established artists and talented newcomers.

Small but intimate coffee shop

Wildflower garden with tea terrace and a wide range of local garden pottery

Interest free* credit available through the Arts Council's Own Art loan scheme.

Own Art interest free* loans make it easy and affordable to buy original high quality contemporary art and craft.

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Gossipgate Gallery is a licensed broker of Own Art loans. Registered address: The Butts, Alston, Cumbria,CA9 3JU

OPENING TIMES

Please note
The gallery is now closed until further notice but we are hopeful it may re-open under new management in 2008.

Further Information:

the gallery is for sale together with spacious living accommodation above. (Further details on countrycottages.net)

The Butts,
Alston,
Cumbria CA9 3JU
Tel: 01434 381806

e-mail: info@gossipgate-gallery.co.uk