2025 archive: These exhibitions and July event dates are historical. See Gallery in the Gardens for current information.
Gallery in the Gardens in spring 2025
In spring 2025, artists at Gallery in the Gardens looked ahead to a summer of exhibitions and events. The original report said that 2024 had brought record visitor numbers.
Welcoming Rebecca Clitheroe: History Meets Creativity
At Easter 2025, the High Peak Artists group welcomed local artist Rebecca Clitheroe, known for her Hidden Histories series.
Rebecca’s work celebrates iconic landmarks and historic buildings – many from Buxton itself – through a unique technique that blends clever sketching with black & white archival imagery and pastel and crayon colours applied on top. “Faced with the challenge of not only producing an accurate artwork of each building, I set myself the task of ‘building in’ the story of its history too,” Rebecca explains. Her thought-provoking pieces encourage viewers to pause and take a deeper look.
Art Café exhibition: Hannah Dodd
The 2025 article advertised a pop-up exhibition by textile artist Hannah Dodd in the upstairs Art Café during April and May, featuring work inspired by nature and storytelling.
Art in the Octagon in July 2025
The 2025 programme advertised Art in the Octagon from 14 to 16 July in Pavilion Gardens. It listed 30 members of High Peak Artists, demonstrations and guest artist Carl Longmate, as part of Buxton Festival Fringe. The event had been nominated for a Fringe visual arts award in 2024.
Gallery artist chosen as winner for design of Buxton Fringe brochure cover
High Peak Artists member David Steeden won the competition to design the 2025 Buxton Fringe programme cover. Andrea Joseph and Sarah Joseph were joint runners-up.
A Treasure Trove of Local Art, All Year Round
Whether you’re a long-time supporter or a first-time visitor, Gallery in the Gardens offers something for every art lover. With over 40 local artists in the group, you’ll find a diverse mix of artwork across all media – from oils and pastels to wood turning, photography, ceramics, jewellery, and textiles.
The best part? Every piece is available to buy, making it easy to take home a one-of-a-kind creation or start your own collection. Need a unique card for a special occasion? The gallery also stocks a striking range of greeting cards featuring original artwork by its members – affordable, creative, and locally made.
More Than a Gallery: A Creative Hub in Pavilion Gardens
In 2025, the gallery was opposite a Buxton Brewery pop-up shop and bar. CAMRA records the bar as closed in March 2026. The nearby Pavilion Kitchen and Restaurant and Bar offer refreshments; check their current opening times.
Interested in Exhibiting? Join the Community
High Peak Artists currently says its membership waiting list is closed. See the group’s membership information for updates.
Gallery in the Gardens, Pavilion Gardens, St. John’s Road, Buxton, SK17 6BE
T: 07849 673058 / 01298 23114
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