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Art galleries in Coventry: directory, map and artistic districts
30 galleries, museums, workshops and art centers, including 11 addresses offering works for sale
From Cathedral Quarter to FarGo and Canal Collectives, from the Warwick campus to Leamington Spa, Stratford-upon-Avon and Birmingham: a verified directory for exploring Coventry and the artistic Midlands.
Heritage, industry and creation
From the cathedral to the workshops
Coventry does not have a single artistic district: the stage connects the Herbert, the cathedral and the center spaces to FarGo collectives, canal production venues and university galleries.
This geography carries the medieval memory, modernist reconstruction and industrial heritage of the city. Museums, artist-led studios, art schools, public sculpture and commercial galleries make up a journey richer than a simple alignment of addresses.
Leamington Spa, Warwickshire, Stratford-upon-Avon and Birmingham then expand the tour. All addresses have been checked; however, check the calendar the same day, especially for production spaces, workshops and university galleries.
Three benchmarks
Read the directory carefully
The same word "gallery" here covers very different realities. These three keys avoid bad expectations and make visits smoother.
Museum or shopping mall?
A museum maintains a collection and organizes exhibitions; the visit does not involve the sale of works. A shopping mall represents artists, advises collectors and offers pieces for purchase. Yellow badges only indicate the places where this sale was verified.
What does artist-led mean?
An artist-led place is developed by artists or collectives. It favors experimentation, production, residencies and conversation rather than permanent stock. Openings often follow exhibitions: check the calendar, especially outside openings.
Group visits
Cathedral Quarter and FarGo combine easily on foot. The Warwick campus requires a dedicated ride; Leamington Spa forms a compact loop, while Stratford, Compton Verney and Birmingham deserve another day.
Interactive schematic map
Six sectors to orient yourself
Click on an area to directly filter the directory. The map is schematic: it distinguishes the center of Coventry, the creative hubs, the campus and the excursions in the Midlands.
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30 galleries, museums and workshops
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1
Cathedral Quarter & downtown
Herbert Art Gallery & Museum
Jordan Well, Coventry CV1 5QP
A central artistic institution in Coventry, Herbert brings together fine arts, contemporary visual arts, social history and temporary exhibitions. Its immediate proximity to the cathedral makes it the best starting point for a first day.
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Cathedral Quarter & downtown
Coventry Cathedral
Priory Street, Coventry CV1 5AB
The new cathedral and medieval ruins form a major ensemble where architecture, sculpture, stained glass and the large Graham Sutherland tapestry interact. Contemporary commissions and exhibitions extend this heritage of reconciliation.
3
Cathedral Quarter & downtown
LTB Showrooms
6 Priory Row, Coventry CV1 5EX
In a former furniture store facing the ruins of the cathedral, LTB Showrooms transforms vast trays into temporary exhibition spaces. The independent program hosts installations, painting, photography and collective projects.
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Cathedral Quarter & downtown
Delia Derbyshire Building Gallery
Cox Street, Coventry CV1 5PH
Coventry University's arts and humanities building includes a public gallery and presentation spaces. Research exhibitions, guest projects and degree shows offer a direct overview of emerging creation.
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Cathedral Quarter & downtown
St Mary's Guildhall
Bayley Lane, Coventry CV1 5RN
This medieval guild house preserves one of the most remarkable tapestries in the country, the Coventry Tapestry. The historic rooms, murals and woodwork complete a visit with a strong artistic dimension.
6Works for sale
FarGo, canal & creative spaces
Art Riot Collective /ARC Gallery
Unit 6, FarGo Village, Far Gosford Street, Coventry CV1 5ED
Art Riot develops an inclusive practice with neurodivergent and disabled artists. Its ARC gallery presents group exhibitions, events and works by members offered for sale.
7Works for sale
FarGo, canal & creative spaces
Coventry Artspace at Eaton House
Floor 4, Eaton House, 1 Eaton Road, Coventry CV1 2FJ
Artspace supports Coventry artists through affordable workshops, residencies and exhibitions like Arcadia. Openings follow announced projects; some presentations explicitly offer works for purchase.
8Works for sale
FarGo, canal & creative spaces
Indie Mart at FarGo Village
FarGo Village, Far Gosford Street, Coventry CV1 5ED
Indie Mart Editions brings together independent artists, illustrators, engravers and makers in the heart of FarGo Village. This is not a permanent gallery: check the calendar to meet the creators and purchase their pieces directly.
9
FarGo, canal & creative spaces
The Pod
31 Far Gosford Street, Coventry CV1 5DW
A municipal project with a social vocation, The Pod combines art, food, ecology and well-being. Its programming favors participatory practices, workshops and collaborations with local artists.
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FarGo, canal & creative spaces
Daimler Powerhouse Creation Centre
Unit 4, Sandy Lane Business Park, Coventry CV1 4DQ
Located on the canal, this creative center hosts companies, rehearsals, performances, installations and large-scale participatory projects. Check public events: the site functions first as a place of production.
11
Warwick campus & outskirts of Coventry
Mead Gallery
Warwick Arts Centre, University of Warwick, Coventry CV4 7AL
The Mead Gallery is one of the Midlands' premier contemporary art spaces. Its ambitious exhibitions occupy Warwick Arts Center and allow you to see British and international artists in museum conditions.
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Warwick campus & outskirts of Coventry
University of Warwick Art Collection & Sculpture Park
University of Warwick, Coventry CV4 7AL
The university's collection is displayed in the buildings and green spaces of the campus. The Sculpture Park, freely accessible, allows an independent walk among modern and contemporary works.
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Warwick campus & outskirts of Coventry
Coventry Charterhouse
London Road, Coventry CV1 2JR
This ancient Chartreuse preserves rare medieval and Elizabethan murals. The Coach House also hosts contemporary projects, which convincingly links heritage and current creation.
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Warwick campus & outskirts of Coventry
Coventry Music Museum
Unit 7, The Courtyard, rear of 74 -80 Walsgrave Road, Coventry CV2 4ED
Dedicated to the musical history of Coventry, the museum brings together covers, posters, costumes, photography and popular scenography. It is a useful step in understanding the city's visual identity beyond the fine arts.
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Warwick campus & outskirts of Coventry
Coventry Watch Museum
Court 7, Rear of The Shakespeare, Spon Street, Coventry CV1 3BA
In historic Spon Street, this small museum documents Coventry's watchmaking excellence. Reconstructed tools, watches, dials and workshops illuminate a specific section of decorative arts and local manufacturing.
16
Royal Leamington Spa
Leamington Spa Art Gallery & Museum
Royal Pump Rooms, Parade, Royal Leamington Spa CV32 4AA
Within the Royal Pump Rooms, the gallery maintains a collection of fine arts and offers regular temporary exhibitions. It constitutes the institutional anchor of a pedestrian loop in the center of Leamington.
17Works for sale
Royal Leamington Spa
The White Room Gallery
111 Regent Street, Royal Leamington Spa CV32 4NU
An independent shopping gallery located upstairs above HM Graphics, The White Room features paintings, editions, photography and urban art. Its online catalog and exhibitions make the purchase particularly readable.
18Works for sale
Royal Leamington Spa
LSA Art Room Gallery
3 Lower Mall, Royal Priors, Leamington Spa CV32 4XU
Managed by Leamington Studio Artists, the Art Room offers monthly and group exhibitions in the heart of Royal Priors. Works by local artists are regularly presented with prices and purchasing possibilities.
19Works for sale
Royal Leamington Spa
Gallery Photiq
40 Park Street, Royal Leamington Spa CV32 4QN
Gallery Photiq is dedicated to fine art photography, with exhibitions, talks and prints offered for acquisition. She brings to the selection a specialized look at printed images and photographic editions.
20Works for sale
Royal Leamington Spa
Stoneleigh Arms Arts Space
31 Clemens Street, Leamington Spa CV31 2DP
This former pub has become an independent artistic space combining gallery, studios and boutique. The exhibitions highlight emerging and local artists, with works explicitly available for sale.
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Warwickshire & Stratford-upon-Avon
Nuneaton Museum & Art Gallery
Riversley Park, Coton Road, Nuneaton CV11 5TU
In Riversley Park, the museum combines local history, spaces dedicated to George Eliot and Picture Gallery. Its 2026 -2027 program hosts temporary exhibitions by artists and collectives.
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Warwickshire & Stratford-upon-Avon
Rugby Art Gallery & Museum
Little Elborow Street, Rugby CV21 3BZ
The British Modern Art Collection is the highlight of this municipal institution. Temporary exhibits, Rugby history and an archaeological gallery complete a compact excursion from Coventry.
23
Warwickshire & Stratford-upon-Avon
Compton Verney Art Gallery & Park
Compton Verney, Warwickshire CV35 9HZ
This Georgian residence in the heart of a landscaped park brings together permanent collections and major exhibitions. British art, folk art, European painting and outdoor sculptures justify a dedicated half-day.
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Warwickshire & Stratford-upon-Avon
The MAD Museum
4 -5 Henley Street, Stratford-upon-Avon CV37 6PT
The Mechanical Art & Design Museum presents automata, kinetic sculptures and interactive machines. The visit, fun but serious, reveals the fertile border between sculpture, engineering and design.
25Works for sale
Warwickshire & Stratford-upon-Avon
Castle Fine Art Stratford-upon-Avon
40 Wood Street, Stratford-upon-Avon CV37 6JG
The first historic gallery in the Castle Fine Art network, the Wood Street address exhibits original paintings, limited editions and contemporary sculptures. Advisors welcome collectors all week.
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Birmingham - artistic excursion
Birmingham Museum & Art Gallery
Chamberlain Square, Birmingham B3 3DH
BMAG maintains a reference collection, particularly for the Pre-Raphaelites and decorative arts. Part of the spaces remain gradually reopening: consult the visit page before traveling.
27Works for sale
Birmingham - artistic excursion
Ikon Gallery
1 Oozells Square, Brindleyplace, Birmingham B1 2HS
Housed in a former neo-Gothic school, Ikon is one of Britain's leading contemporary art institutions. Admission is free and the store offers editions of selected artists and multiples.
28Works for sale
Birmingham - artistic excursion
RBSA Gallery
4 Brook Street, St Paul's Square, Birmingham B3 1SA
The Royal Birmingham Society of Artists hosts several floors of exhibitions dedicated to painting, printmaking, sculpture and crafts. A significant portion of the works and objects presented are available for purchase.
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Birmingham - artistic excursion
Eastside Projects
86 Heath Mill Lane, Birmingham B9 4AR
Digbeth's influential artist-led space, Eastside Projects sees the gallery as an evolving collective work. Exhibitions, commissions and programs for artists favor experimental practices.
30Works for sale
Birmingham - artistic excursion
Midlands Arts Center (MAC)
Cannon Hill Park, Birmingham B12 9QH
In the heart of Cannon Hill Park, MAC combines free galleries, studios, cinema and live performance. Its regular art markets also allow you to purchase original pieces directly from creators.
Three ready-made routes
Compose the day without zigzagging
The times below remain flexible. Check opening days, book tours by appointment and leave room for temporary exhibitions.
A day · Coventry on foot
Cathedral Quarter, FarGo & canal
- Herbert Art Gallery & Museum
- Coventry Cathedral and St Mary's Guildhall
- LTB Showrooms
- ARC Gallery and Indie Mart according to schedule
- The Pod or Coventry Artspace
A day · Campus & Leamington
Contemporary art and shopping malls
- Mead Gallery at opening
- Warwick Sculpture Park
- Leamington Spa Art Gallery & Museum
- The White Room and LSA Art Room
- Gallery Photiq then Stoneleigh Arms
A day or a weekend · Midlands
Warwickshire, Stratford & Birmingham
- Compton Verney in the morning
- MAD Museum and Castle Fine Art in Stratford
- BMAG and RBSA
- Ikon Gallery
- Eastside Projects or MAC
Institutional sources
To go further
The selection crosses the official sites of the places with cultural institutions, universities and local networks. These pages are useful for program changes and calls for artists.
- Visit Coventry - arts, culture and preparation for the stay
- Herbert Art Gallery & Museum - exhibitions, collections and schedules
- Coventry Biennial - artists, partners and places of the contemporary scene
- University of Warwick Art Collection - campus access and Sculpture Park
- Compton Verney - collections, exhibitions and access in Warwickshire
- Visit Birmingham - cultural institutions and districts
Frequently asked questions
Prepare your visit
Some practical answers for choosing the right steps and avoiding closed doors.
What is Coventry's main arts district?
The highest concentration is around the Cathedral Quarter: Herbert, Cathedral, St Mary's Guildhall, LTB Showrooms and Coventry University are close by. Far Gosford Street and FarGo Village form the second axis, more independent and artist-led.
Which galleries sell works?
Eleven places in the directory carry the yellow "Works for Sale" badge. These include shopping malls, artist-led spaces, designer markets and places where the sale has been clearly announced; availability always depends on the current exhibition.
Are the big galleries free?
The Herbert, Mead Gallery, Ikon, RBSA and several independent galleries offer free general access. Compton Verney, St Mary's Guildhall and some museums require a ticket; check the official website for today's conditions.
Can you visit everything without a car?
The center of Coventry and FarGo can be explored on foot. The Warwick campus and Leamington Spa are accessible by bus or train; Compton Verney is much easier by car, while Birmingham and Stratford are well connected by rail.
Why check same day schedules?
Artist-led spaces, studios and university galleries often open depending on the exhibitions. Some workshops only receive during events or by appointment. A quick check of the official calendar avoids a closed door.
How to buy an original painting after the trip?
You can contact the galleries bearing the yellow badge directly or consult our collection of original paintings for sale. We offer pre-purchase advice and organize international delivery.
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