10/05/2025
We really appreciate being involved with this project, such a fantastic addition to Cheltenham. Hope those that can, get out and some amazing creativity!
COS25 is coming .. 4 weeks today 🙌
This year’s event runs from 7 to 15 June and is shaping up to be even richer and more diverse than ever. The trail links together 78 different exhibition venues, in which you can meet the artists, view their work, learn about their practice. For savvy art buyers, it offers a great opportunity to buy art direct from the artists.
From painting, printmaking, sculpture, ceramics, jewellery and drawing to mixed-media, textiles, glass, metalwork, illustration, artists’ books and woodcarving, it shows the breadth and depth of creativity in the area. And from hobby artists to professionals and students to course leaders it showcases a range of abilities and developing practices.
Visit the Cheltenham Open Studios’ website for an online guide and an interactive map. QR codes at each venue will enable you to dig deeper into the work of your favourite artists.
Focused on the centre of Cheltenham the art trail radiates outwards to its surrounds. For a preview of what’s in store, visit: www.cheltenhamopenstudios.org.uk
Guides are available from all venues currently open to the public, before the event including The Wilson, Gardens Gallery and cafes, shops and businesses throughout Cheltenham.
“Here’s your chance to get up close and personal with the actual artists by visiting and engaging in conversation with them in the spaces where that magic and mysterious creative process happens. And if you fall in love with a piece they might even allow you to buy it to take home and inspire you!” Artist and COS Patron, PJ Crook MBE
Front cover:
Our sincere thanks to who gave us permission to use her image on the 2025 cover and marketing materials. A joy to celebrate textiles as part of the rich tapestry of work on display on this years trail.
Carole Bury, ‘Limestone Scar’, Pleated Ink Drawing. Thai Mulberry Tissue Paper, Sumi Ink, Cotton Thread
With thanks too, to our fabulous designer: Mat at and for being so helpful and supportive and brilliant at what they do.