 
| Delamore Arts 2026 to Launch with Immersive ‘Plein Air’ Weekend Coordinated by Artizan Collective CIC on behalf of Delamore Arts, this special opening weekend adds a layer of live creativity to the beloved event. While the extensive sculpture trail and indoor galleries remain the centrepiece, visitors will now have the unique opportunity to witness the grounds being captured in real-time by professional and amateur artists alike.
A Weekend of Creativity The three-day programme offers distinct experiences for art lovers, families, and painters:
• Saturday, May 2nd: Delamore Live – Artists in Action Commissioned professional artists will be stationed across the grounds, capturing the House, gardens, and sculptures live on location. Visitors can observe the creative process firsthand as part of a relaxed opening day.
• Sunday, May 3rd: Delamore Creates – Bring a Brush and Have a Go A participatory day designed for all abilities. Alongside artist demonstrations, families and enthusiasts are invited to set up their own easels or sketchbooks on the lawns. Free art packs will be available for children (subject to availability) to encourage the next generation of creatives. More details: https://www.art-hub.co.uk/events-1/plein-air-at-delamore-have-a-go-day
• Monday, May 4th: The Delamore Open – The Open Air Art Competition The weekend culminates in a high-stakes competition. Artists of all media - from oils to urban sketching - will race against the clock to complete a work within four hours, vying for cash prizes and the title of Overall Winner. More details and to book: https://www.art-hub.co.uk/events-1/plein-air-at-delamore-competition-day
24th April 2026 |
| Delamore Art 2026 - FlyerPlease find below a link to a PDF version of the Delamore Flyer for your use as required Delamore Arts Flyer 2026 10th March 2026 |
| Dementia Friendly Parishes around the Yealm - Delamore Supported Charity 2026Each year Delamore Arts selects a charity towards which proceeds from sales at the month-long May annual exhibition are committed. In 2026 the chosen charity is Dementia Friendly Parishes around the Yealm
Patron Angela Rippon CBE and David Fitzgerald
Charity Number 1180354
A diagnosis of dementia can be frightening and isolating but this unique local charity stays with families throughout their dementia journey and beyond. The charity provides one to one support and runs popular relaxed and stress-free groups and activities, open to all, making it possible for people to continue doing the things they loved and even making new friends.
Since the charity started in 2012 it has supported over 300 families in five villages around the River Yealm. However its reach and influence stretches much further helping neighbouring and outlying communities to become dementia friendly.
Local businesses, organisations and clubs are encouraged to think differently about the way they provide their services to better welcome and support people and families living with dementia. This unique community-based approach is transforming lives and the charity is recognised nationally as offering some of the best practical help to people living with dementia and their families.
We can’t change the person living with dementia, but we can change the experience they have in their community
Dementia Friendly Parishes around the Yealm 20th February 2026 |
| Artizan Collective in the Stable CourtyardArtizan Collective is delighted to continue our partnership with Delamore Arts for a second year in 2025. Since 2013, our South Devon-based social enterprise has championed the region’s creative industries, managing cultural venues and providing artist support services with a strong community ethos from our home on the English Riviera.
As a key player in Torbay’s cultural regeneration, we represent hundreds of practicing artists annually, showcasing the depth of talent in the South West and beyond. Our first collaboration with Delamore Arts in 2024, Contemporary British Printmakers, brought together an inspiring collection of works that celebrated emerging and established printmakers from Devon and across the UK.
Building on that success, this year we are excited to curate two exhibitions, alongside a dynamic workshop programme and an engaging calendar of Maker Takeovers—intimate artist and maker fairs that bring creativity to life for visitors.
“Delamore Arts is a highlight of the South West arts calendar, and it’s an honour to expand our contribution this year. We’re thrilled to showcase the vibrancy and diversity of the creative community while sharing the wider work we do to nurture artistic practice in the region. From our Torquay venues set amidst the stunning backdrop of a UNESCO Global Geopark, to our networks and patronage programmes, we’re committed to supporting creatives of all backgrounds as they make their mark locally and nationally.”
Workshops 1st May 2025 |
| Delamore Art 2024 - Raffle PrizeDelamore Art is delighted to share this year's Charity Raffle prize painting. Kindly donated by Phil Creek SWAc, Sunset and Clouds, Devon is painted in Acrylic on Canvas panel, measures 45 x 30 cm, and is valued at £650. Tickets will be available during the exhibition and proceeds will go directly to our supported Charity, Hugs Children's Cancer Charity.4th March 2024 |
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