How to Apply for the Art Trail

APPLICATIONS FOR THE 2026 ART TRAIL ARE NOW CLOSED .

Over 140 artists exhibit with us during the Art Trail Weekend. If you would like to be considered all applications must be made through the form on our website but before you start you must read the 2026 Trail Application Pack. The pack gives full details of the event including:

  • The Venues
  • The Selection Process
  • The Application Categories
  • 2026 Fees
  • Image requirements

There is no application fee. The selection panel will advise all applicants of the results. All successful Artists will be notified of their selection by email which will include our invoice. Artists selected must email confirmation of our offer attaching their Public Liability Insurance and making full payment by bank transfer by the 16th of May 2026. The application will be withdrawn after this date and offered to a selected reserve.

APPLICATIONS FOR THE 2026 ART TRAIL ARE NOW CLOSED.

Applications for the Art Trail can be made under one of FOUR categories:

  • Visiting Artists
  • Resident Artists
  • Designer Makers wanting to apply for one of the Maker Markets
  • Resident Young Artists under 18 years.

APPLICATIONS ARE NOW CLOSED

Applications are now closed