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Royal West of England Academy
Bristol's Premier Art Destination for Inspiration and Discovery
4.6
Art Gallery
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Bristol's Premier Art Destination for Inspiration and Discovery
The Royal West of England Academy is a distinguished art gallery and museum located in the heart of Clifton, Bristol. Renowned for its stunning exhibitions and rich cultural heritage, it offers a diverse range of artistic displays, including an annual open exhibition celebrated for its caliber. Visitors can enjoy thoughtfully curated shows in spacious galleries, complemented by a delightful café serving interesting food selections. With excellent accessibility and a charming atmosphere, it's the perfect destination for art enthusiasts and casual visitors alike.
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Curated and open submission exhibitions showcasing contemporary and historical works in multiple gallery spaces.
Elegant historic venue rental for weddings, corporate events, and private functions in inspiring gallery settings.
Quality café serving interesting food selections, coffee, and light meals in a pleasant atmosphere.
Workshops, talks, and community outreach initiatives to engage all ages with art and creativity.
Curated shop offering art, books, and unique gifts, including reasonably priced works by exhibiting artists.
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Overall rating
Helen Sullivan
I visited the new Cosmos exhibition. This is awesome, instructive, moving and inspirational. I spent a very happy couple of hours there and now know what a muon is! I went to the café afterwards - pleasant,efficient staff and interesting food selections. I'd certainly go back.
Bill Robson
The Royal West of England Academy of Art. A name so long there's not a lot of room left to praise the exterior. I didn't enter on the grounds that they may have tried to teach me something. I'm not having that at my age. The building compliments the nearby Victoria Rooms. Did you know that Barry Manilow didn't write 'I write the songs'. It was actually written by the Beach Boys' Bruce Johnston. On 1st January, 2024 there were 13,336 Asian restaurants in the U.K. You learn something new every day.
P Ruffles
This is a great regional gallery. Its annual open exhibition is the equal of the London Royal Academy's, which I also go to. Various large and small gallery spaces. Great café. Modest shop.
Tom
Lovely historic building with attractive cafe. The annual open exhibition is very interesting and well presented. The art is also reasonably priced if anything takes your fancy.
Andy Reynolds
An excellent gallery. Newly refurbished with greatly improved accessibility and an excellent cafe. A varied set of exhibitions including the annual open submission each autumn. The gallery spaces are really beautiful in themselves. Enough room to show substantial pieces or a large exhibition without overwhelming. Two smaller rooms are usually free to enter. The main gallery usually charges a fee. There is an active friends group.
