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28 | Vanessa Gardiner | Paintings
Come to our unspoilt Georgian warehouse to see the charismatic steam bent furniture of Petter Southall with the pure vitality of Vanessa Gardiner’s paintings. You will also find top quality ceramics, Goldfinger jewellery, leather, woodware and textiles, all handmade by British, mostly local, artist craftspeople.
Inspired by cliff and coast, the natural architecture of landscape, Vanessa Gardiner’s paintings are clear clean abstractions of place, washed with sea light and literally scoured for texture.
Our sunny courtyard café serves delicious organic lunches, cakes, cream teas, coffees and ice cream all day.
directionsTake turning to West Bay from A35 roundabout. After mini roundabout
gallery is on right past George St. Car Park opposite
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Coastal Elements
Sladers Yard, West Bay, Bridport.
DT6 4EL
Sat 10.00am – 5.00pm, Sun & Mon 11.00am – 5.00pm
01308 459511
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28 | Petter Southall | Furniture
Come to our unspoilt Georgian warehouse to see the charismatic steam bent furniture of Petter Southall with the pure vitality of Vanessa Gardiner’s paintings. You will also find top quality ceramics, Goldfinger jewellery, leather, woodware and textiles, all handmade by British, mostly local, artist craftspeople.
Award-winning designer-maker Petter Southall’s furniture is made in solid hardwoods, with curves and natural finishes, to produce functional beautiful work.
Our sunny courtyard café serves delicious organic lunches, cakes, cream teas, coffees and ice cream all day.
directionsTake turning to West Bay from A35 roundabout. After mini roundabout
gallery is on right past George St. Car Park opposite
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Coastal Elements
Sladers Yard, West Bay, Bridport.
DT6 4EL
Sat 10.00am – 5.00pm, Sun & Mon 11.00am – 5.00pm
01308 459511
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29 | John Adam | Contemporary oil paintings
Oils on canvas and board. Contemporary abstracted images painted with hand-ground pigments to achieve striking, vibrant colours. Powerful themes influenced by the elements and the natural world.
directionsThe Backyard Studio is located in ‘The Old Timberyard’ as you enter West Bay, just before George St on the right. The studio is under the archway and up the stairs. Nearby parking.
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Backyard Studio
Backyard Studio, The Old Timberyard, West Bay, Bridport, DT6 4EL.
DT6 4EL.
10.00 am - 5.00 pm daily
07960 406333
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30 | Richard Wilson | Ceramics
A selection of bold, brightly coloured ceramics will be on show. Richard’s work is a fusion of the tradition of slipware and the contemporary use of colour and design, using abstract decoration that reflects the shape of the pots and often subconsciously echo the rhythm of the landscape and sea.
directionsChapel Yard Pottery is located in The Old Timber Yard as you enter West Bay, just before George Street and opposite the car park.
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Chapel Yard Pottery,
Chapel Yard Pottery, The Old Timber Yard, West Bay, Bridport
Sat & Mon 10.00am - 5.00pm, Sun 2.30 - 5.30
01305 871663 / 871520
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31 | Symondsbury Pottery | Ceramics
Everything from traditional domestic earthenware to more experimental ceramic forms is displayed in our studio and shop in the Tithe Barn courtyard of this idyllic village. Wander around, have a meal at the excellent pub, climb Colmers Hill, look at the church, or take refreshment at the pottery.
directionsFollow the green signs off the main road on the western outskirts of Bridport to the village
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Symondsbury Pottery
Tithe Barn Courtyard, Mill Lane, Symondsbury, Bridport.
10am - 1pm, 2pm - 5pm
077085 98208
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32 | Morcombelake Art Group | Etchings • Collographs • Monoprints Relief
IMPRESS - IMPRINT An exhibition celebrating the printmaker's art, with etching, collagraph, monoprint, relief print and screen print. Various printing methods will be explained. The artists taking part are Joanne Brown, Jan Calow, Ronnie Creswell, Edna Dorrington, Joan Dyson, Elizabeth Fortescue, Barbara Green, Eric Hawkins, Tricia Hawkins, Kay Hicks, Judy Hogarth, Pat Keogh, Sue Knight, Margaret Sharpe, Sue Warren, Lyn Whiteman, Peter Wingfield and Anne Vear.
Refreshments available and greetings cards for sale.
directionsFrom Bridport take main A35 west to Morcombelake. At end of the village turn right on road signed to Whitchurch Canonicorum, then take next turning right. The hall is immediately on view on your right. Parking along the roadside.
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Morcombelake Art Group
James Hargreaves Community Hall, Morcombelake
10.00am – 5.00pm, also open Friday 22nd, same times.
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33 | Photo Art by Sally | Photo-Art
Most of my work starts with a high quality photograph and then I use my watercolour work, computer technology and my imagination to produce a finished piece of work. My pictures are complex, some with an air of mystery depicting scenes out of this world, stimulating the imagination: some are layered bursts of colour and light that appeal to the senses, others are familiar local scenes with a subtle twist. All are thought-provoking
directionsAt Chideock church on A35 turn into North Road for ½ mile and I am the thatched cottage on the left.
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Sally Davies
Hollow Cottage, North Road. North Chideock, Bridport. DT6 6LF
DT6 6LF
10.00am - 6.00pm
01297 489971
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34 | Annalisa Renee | Painting and Drawing • Oils and Watercolour
Drawings and paintings – watercolours and oils, inspired by the natural world. Portraits/commissions. Some sculpture and ceramic objects. All welcome. Cream teas in the garden.
directionsFrom Bridport pass George Inn on right. Linnet Cottage is 50m past George on left. Blue Gates. Disabled parking in entrance, or park at Spar. Children welcome.
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Linnet Cottage, Chideock, Bridport,
DT6 6JQ
25th and 26th - 12pm to 5pm, 27th - 11am to 4pm
01308 489620
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35 | Willemien Stevens | Textiles in Appliqué
Appliqué with vintage fabrics using machine and hand embellishment. Children's themes, samplers and many other designs. Set in charming studio. Original pictures available as cards and prints. Also a collection of cushions, vintage quilts, linens, and small antiques. Adjacent to a lovely garden open to viewers.
directionsFollow the road to Whitchurch Canonicorum off the A35 at Morcombelake for about 1/3 of a mile. The studio is the 6th building on the left, painted an ochre colour, through wooden gates.
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Willemien Stevens Textiles
Littlehill, Morcombelake, Bridport.
DT6 6ED
10.00 a.m. - 5.00pm
01297 489329
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36 | Jean George | Paintings
I paint mostly in oils, from memory or imagination. I love colour and movement. Recently I’ve been painting stories and designs for ballet. This exhibition includes paintings from my travels, gardens and dance.
directionsFrom Allington roundabout take B to Broadwindsor. 100yds past anchor Pub (opp. Fir Tree Close), walk 10yds up lane to Hunter’s Vale Cottage. Parking along road or at Village Hall.
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Hunter’s Vale, Salwayash, Bridport.
DT6 5HX
10.00am - 12.00, 2.00 - 5.00pm
01308 488434
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37 | R Leonard Hollands | Paintings, Abstracts, Landscapes, Wildlife
Striking paintings inspired by Creation and the artist’s love of nature. Vibrant abstracts, bold landscapes and detailed wildlife paintings (some of his birds used for RSPB cards) provide a rich and varied exhibition. Originals from £25 to £750, mounted prints £5 to £35 and cards £1 to £2.50. Commissions welcomed.
directionsThe studio is easily found on the B3165 at the northern end of Marshwood
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Yew Tree Cottage Studio
Yew Tree Cottage Studio, Marshwood, Dorset.
DT6 5QF
10.00am - 6.00pm or by appointment
01297 678140
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38 | Greta Berlin | Sculpture • Painting
Greta Berlin’s work is informed by an endless fascination with the figure, and produces both large and smaller, more affordable, pieces.
directionsTake B3165 from Raymonds Hill, north. After 4 miles, at the Dorset/Devon border signs, turn right passing through 'White Gates'. Continue towards Wootton Fitzpain for 1 mile. DO NOT take turning to Fishponds but carry on a few more yards. The next track on the right leads past a bungalow and farm buildings to Dodpen Cottage. The yard is steep and gravel. Best to park on the hard standing before the cottage. There will be a sign.
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Dodpen Cottage, Fishpond, Bridport.
DT6 6NW
10am - 5pm
01297 678462
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39 | Christine Corson | Flower Paperweights
Christine’s paperweights encapsulate the flowers from either her own colourful garden or from weddings or special anniversaries, including sugar flowers. This traditional Dorset cottage has spectacular views to the sea, and the garden can be visited.
directionsAt the fork of the B3162 Bridport road and land signed Stoke Abbott, I mile south of Broadwindsor.
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Stoke Knapp Cottage, Stoke Abbott, Dorset,
DT8 3JZ
10.30am - 1pm, 2.15pm - 5.00pm, Sunday open from 11am
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39 | Hilary Sweet-Escott | Paintings
Hilary paints with the Askerswell Art Group and her work compromises a mix of landscapes, still life and abstracts, all in watercolour.
directionsAt the fork of the B3162 Bridport road and land signed Stoke Abbott, I mile south of Broadwindsor.
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Stoke Knapp Cottage, Stoke Abbott, Dorset,
DT8 3JZ
10.30am - 1pm, 2.15pm - 5.00pm, Sunday open from 11am
01308 868203
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40 | Carolyne Kardia | Painting • Sculpture
Paintings and sculptural installations aim to celebrate pigment and the existence of temporal forms in space. Sculpture is cast in plaster on site responding to the specifics of the architectural space. Forms slowly evolve, building complex constructions pushing the material to its limits. Paintings in differing media explore colour, its responses to various applications ultimately affirming its implicit resounding characteristics. Ink drawings trace the ability of line to entrap space within two-dimensions. Developing the relationship between the two and three-dimensional creates a dialogue across their boundaries aiming to echo form with colour and colour with form.
directionsFrom Bridport take B 3162 towards Broadwindsor, ¾ mile before the village turn left up a track.
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Fir Tree Farm, Bridport Rd, Broadwindsor.
DT8 3LA
11am - 6pm
01308 868807
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41 | Gerry Dudgeon | Painting
Canvases and watercolours from the following series will be on view:
Recent paintings of West Dorset concentrating on the rhythms in the landscape, shaped by geological forces and ancient human occupation.
Deep blue abstract paintings inspired by snorkelling off the coast of Greek islands, which contrast with earthy, dry and hot paintings of Morocco, specifically the area between the High Atlas mountains and the Sahara.
A smaller selection of paintings based on the colours of Rajasthan within a landscape context, evoking the feeling of timeless mystery in Indian culture.
Cards and prints also available. Tranquil rural setting surrounded by beautiful hills. Excellent Half Moon pub in nearby Melplash.
directionsFrom Bridport follow the A3066 Beaminster road north for 2½ miles. Just before Melplash turn right signposted West Milton/Powerstock. After ½ mile turn left along track signposted Walnut Farm.
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Hincknowle Studio
Hincknowle Studio, Walnut Farm, Melplash, Bridport.
DT6 3UG
10.00am - 5.00pm
01308 863273
07857 629444
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42 | Wendy Hermelin | Stitched Textile Art
Stitched textile artist making colourful textile hangings and framed, stitched pictures inspired by local land and seascapes.”
directionsFrom Bridport head north on B3066 toward Beaminster. Turn left at the Pymore/Dottery road. Take 1st right, then proceed 2 miles to Waytown. Turn 1st lane on left. Gate 300m on left.
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The Cider Orchard, Pineapple Lane, Waytown, Bridport.
DT6 5HZ
10.00am - 5.00pm
07813 546644
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42 | Oliver Strong | Metal Sculpture
Visually exciting display of wildlife and contemporary metal sculpture by award winning international artist. Large scale outdoor pieces in bronze or steel are hand-wrought over an anvil or cedar block.
"I enjoy the challenge of working with metal, the heating and shaping of a flat piece of bronze into a form of beauty."
directionsFrom Bridport head north on B3066 toward Beaminster. Turn left at the Pymore/Dottery road. Take 1st right, then proceed 2 miles to Waytown. Turn 1st lane on left. Gate 300m on left.
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The Cider Orchard, Pineapple Lane, Waytown, Bridport.
DT6 5HZ
10.00am - 5.00pm
07515 806546
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43 | Brian Cocks | Paintings • Drawings
Paintings and drawings of the Jurassic Coast and further afield.
directionsVenue immediately opposite Bridge House Hotel. Some street parking available or park at Yarn Barton just off Square.
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18 Prout Bridge, Beaminster.
DT8 3AU
10.00am - 5.30pm
01308 862047
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44 | Nicola Leader | Paintings
Watercolours, oils and drawings, mainly of country subjects, in beautifully converted hayloft at artist’s home. Walled parterre garden to sit or wander in. Large range of cards and some prints.
directionsAt Waytown, 100 yards south of Hare and Hounds pub as signed
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Netherley House, Waytown, Bridport.
DT6 5LG
10.00am - 6.00pm
01308 488417
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45 | Jennifer Bembridge | Paintings
Strong colourful and varied paintings usually in oils. Influenced by the light patterns and joy of the coast and countryside. This year there are some smaller works – “My Smalls!” Cards/prints also available. I look forward to welcoming you.
directionsTurn off B3157 by Anchor Inn. After 100yds turn right into Middle Street, then after another100yds turn left into Grove Road. Grovelands at far end on left. Ample Parking.
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Grovelands, Grove Road, Burton Bradstock.
DT6 4QU
11.00am - 1.00pm, 2.00pm – 5.30pm daily
01308 897251
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46 | John Rabbetts | Paintings • Commission Artist
Figurative and landscape paintings in oils and acrylic.
JOHN WILL BE HOLDING A PAINTING DEMONSTRATION ON SATURDAY AT 2.30pm FOR ABOUT AN HOUR. ALL ARE WELCOME TO VIEW.
directions: Leaving Bridport, take A35 east towards Dorchester. At end of overtaking lane turn right signposted Shipton Gorge. Continue through village past The New Inn, down little hill and turn next left at the the playing field, then right at the post box. Car park is straight ahead at the top.
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The Village Hall, Shipton Gorge, Bridport.
: 10.00am – 5.00pm. Sunday from 11.00am.
01308 897568
07890 711009
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47 | Marion Taylor | Painting
Diverse and colourful collection of work including paintings on canvas and paper in acrylics, gouache and watercolour. Marion’s subjects range from landscapes depicting the unique landscape of Dorset to large vibrant flowers and still-lifes. Marion trained as a textile designer and this discipline can be seen in her work through use of colour and attention to detail
directionsDirections: Opposite Loders School, take Smishops Lane . After 100 yds turn right into Highacres, then turn right again to No.20. Parking on road leading to Highacres or outside venue .
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20 Highacres , Loders , Bridport.
DT6 3SE
10.00am - 5.00pm
01308 424778
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48 | Tim Hurn | Ceramics
Tim Hurn fires his pots for two days and nights in a traditional anagama kiln.
His influences are a result of traditional apprenticeships in Japan and the UK.
High fired stoneware pots for the house and garden using simple wood ash and
shino glazes.
directionsn the village, take lane off square between phonebox and notice board.
Showroom 100 metres on left.
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Askerswell Workshops
Askerswell, Dorchester, Dorset.
DT2 9EL
10.00am - 6.00pm
01308 485544
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48 | Alan Hussey | Furniture
In 1975, Alan Hussey opened his first workshop in Walberswick, Suffolk, in the garage of the house once owned by Fra Newbery of Bridport and frequented by Charles Rennie Mackintosh who had inspired him at college.
He works now in a contemporary minimal zen style influenced by George Nakashima and the Shakers, with bleached washable surfaces, in the tradition of the old school of Morris, Gimson and the Barnsleys.
directionsIn the village, take lane off square between phonebox and notice board.
Showroom 100 metres on left.
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Askerswell Workshops
Askerswell, Dorchester, Dorset.
DT2 9EL
10.00am - 6.00pm
01308 485544
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48 | Sammy Izri | Photography
Sammy Izri likes to photograph old buildings such as cinemas and theatres, and the people, objects and stories which are part of such places. He is particularly interested in using photographs and words to experiment with storytelling.
directionsIn the village, take lane off square between phonebox and notice board.
Showroom 100 metres on left.
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Askerswell Workshops
Askerswell, Dorchester, Dorset.
DT2 9EL
10.00am - 6.00pm
01308 485544
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48 | Corrie van Rijn | Clothes / Textiles
For Corrie van Rijn, clothes and fabrics have always inspired and excited her; their patterns, colours and textures, an endless celebration of changing shapes and form. Most of her pieces are one-off's......timeless, intelligent, exotic, fun, and above all wonderful to wear.
Inspiration often comes from the smells, colours and landscapes of travel.
directionsIn the village, take lane off square between phonebox and notice board.
Showroom 100 metres on left.
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Askerswell Workshops
Askerswell, Dorchester, Dorset.
DT2 9EL
10.00am - 6.00pm
01308 485544
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49 | Kata Reijne | Ceramics
Ceramic vessels, thrown and altered,one-offs. My work is based on the plant,animal and human form and aims to convey a sense of wonder at those.
I will be demonstrating on the potters wheel between 11am and 1pm .
directionsTake the West Milton/Powerstock turning from A3066. Continue on road to Nettlecombe. Passing the Marquis of Lorne pub on your left, the road bears right. After 200m you reach a crossroads. Turn left, then right into Browns Farm Yard.
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Browns Farm Yard, Nettlecombe, Bridport.
DT6 3SS
11.00am – 1.00pm, 2.00 – 5.00pm
01308 485097
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50 | Keith Thomas | Sculptor • Artist-Blacksmith.
Artist Blacksmith
directionsOn A3066 turn right at Bradpole Kings Arms. Just before Loders, turn left to Nettlecombe. 2mls to Brown’s Farmyard on right.
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Fourth Forge
Fourth Forge. Brown’s Farmyard, Nettlecombe, Bridport, Dorset,
DT6 3SS
10.00am to 5.00pm
01308 485099
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51 | David Risk Kennard | Fine Paintings
Internationally recognized painter specializing in oil glazing technique and reed pen ink with watercolours: landscapes, architecture and portraits.
directionsBeside the stream in Powerstock village
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Merriott House
Merriott House, Powerstock, Bridport.
DT6 3SZ
10.00am - 6.00pm all weekend.
(0)1308 485529
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52 | Katherine Lloyd | Ceramics
Colourful, decorative and individually designed ceramics from the pottery at Milton Mill.
directionsTurn right to West Milton from the A3066 Bridport to Beamnster road. Through West Milton village over bridge turn right. Follow Bridport Open Studios signs down first lane on right. Ample parking.
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Milton Mill
Jubilee Cottage, Milton Mill, West Milton, Bridport.
DT6 3SN
10.00am – 6.00pm
01308 485649
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53 | Gemma Hibbs | Painting • Printmaking
Limited edition prints on beautiful papers from lino, wood cut and engravings. Exquisite paintings of flora and fauna. Works inspired from locality in watercolour and oils.
directionsLeaving Bridport, proceed past Gore Cross roundabout, then turn right. Follow West Milton signs for approx 1¼ mile. White house and garage next to lay-by. Parking clearly marked. Short grass drive.
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1 Milton Mead, West Milton, Bridport.
DT6 3SQ
10.00am - 1.00pm, 2.00pm - 5.00pm
01308 485413
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54 | Rachel Hewitt |
Bright and exciting machine embroidery with fun characters aimed at those with a sense of humour. Studio is set in a beautiful location. Commissions welcome.
directionsTake Askerswell-Bridport Road from Maiden Newton.
In Wynford Eagle we are situated on the left just past chapel.
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2 The Barracks, Wynford Eagle, Dorset.
DT2 0ER
01300 321022
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55 | Rosie Britton | Contemporary oil paintings
My paintings celebrate some of the ways in which mankind has enhanced the landscape, whether by creating field-systems or gardens, building castles or villages, or setting sail on an azure sea!
Using a feather with as much pleasure as a palette knife, working sometimes figuratively and at others more abstractly, I try to combine energy and spontaneity with a joyous exploration of colour.
Currently I am also exhibiting at the John Leach Gallery, Muchelney.
directionsA35 toward Dorchester for 2 miles, then left toward Askerswell. Over Eggardon Hill, continue under railway bridge at Powerstock Common. Track to house 400m on left
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Gray’s Farmhouse Toller Porcorum Dorchester
DT2 0EJ
11am - 6pm
01308 485574
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56 | Bronwen Coe | Painting • Photography
Semi-abstract contemplative paintings. Jewel-like photographs of flower interiors, including distinctive panel sections. Tree studies, featuring special silver birch photographs and paintings. Signed birch book available. Paintings and photographs influenced and inspired by richness of early stained glass. Mounted and framed work. Postcards.
directionsA35 toward Dorchester for 2 miles, then left toward Askerswell. Over Eggardon Hill, continue under railway bridge at Powerstock Common. Track to house 400m on left
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Gray’s Farmhouse Toller Porcorum Dorchester
DT2 0EJ
11am - 6pm
01935 83722
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57 | Sue Jenkins | Contemporary Painting
Vibrant colour and strong imagery combine to create striking expressionist paintings that are beautiful, energetic, sensual and fun. Surrounded by field and wildlife, artist studio is in idyllic location in heart of West Dorset. Prints and cards available.
directionsFrom Bridport take A35 towards Dorchester. After 2½ miles turn left marked Askerswell and Maiden Newton.. Turn right at first junction marked Askerswell and travel straight on for 2½ miles past Spyway Pub and up long hill to Eggardon Hill. At top of hill take 2nd turning right marked Wynford Eagle. Continue for 2½ miles until you come down steep hill into Wynford Eagle. Cottage and studio first on right . Parking on road outside.
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8 York Cottages, Wynford Eagle, Nr Maiden Newton.
DT2 0ES
11.00am - 6.00pm
01300 320059
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58 | Jennie Knight | Handwoven fabrics and textile art
Exhibition of handwoven fabrics as blankets, throws, cushions and wall hangings, some using hand dyed yarns, in idyllic cottage. Articles for sale or to order, and commissions undertaken. Weaving in progress and small looms set up to ‘have-a-go’.
directionsabout 8 miles from Bridport.(15 – 20 minutes) Take A35 east towards Dorchester. After 5 miles at Whiteways Crossroads go left signposted to West Compton. After 1½ miles go left at T-junction, then after 200 metres take right turn lane, sign-posted Maiden Newton. At bottom of hill follow lane left, continue for about 1 mile (past the farm) and cottages are on the right with parking in front.
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2 Higher Wynford Eagle, Dorchester.
DT2 0EU
10.00am - 6.00pm all weekend.
01300 321285
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