Ilminster Arts Centre

Ilminster is fortunate in having an excellent Arts Centre situated within an historic Meeting House.

The Gallery is open all year round with a stunning programme of frequently changing exhibitions, ranging from the very highest quality international artists to celebrations of local school children’s work.

Annual Open Art Exhibition

Tue, 23 May 2023 09:30 Fri, 16 Jun 2023 14:00

Our Annual Open Art Competition & Exhibition, kindly sponsored by Branston

Open to professional and emerging artists in all genres except photography.

Tuesday – Saturday, 9.30am – 3pm

Entry to view the exhibition is free

The Arts Centre also has a great Craft Gallery where you can buy hand-made gifts from local craft-makers.

And look out for their music programme too!  Its excellent performance space has a superb acoustic for small groups, ranging from classical to jazz and folk.

The Arts Centre Cafe

Enjoy a feast for the eyes and for the taste-buds in their terrific café that serves delicious cakes and light lunches.

ANNIE’S CAKERY BAKERY at the Gallery Café offers delicious full breakfasts, light lunches, teas, coffee, wonderful scones and home made cakes. It also has WiFi, a takeaway menu and, in summer weather, a relaxing garden area with outside seating.

Open Tuesday – Friday 9.30am – 3pm.

Saturday 9.30am – 2.30pm.

Closed on Sunday & Monday.