Business Details
27 Years
experience
Contemporary Art Gallery in Porlock | Churchgate Gallery
Established in the heart of Porlock, Churchgate Gallery has been a cornerstone of the Exmoor arts community for over twenty-five years. Our gallery showcases a curated selection of contemporary artwork from both local and nationally acclaimed artists, including original paintings, prints, sculptures, and mixed media. We specialise in connecting art enthusiasts with unique pieces through exhibitions, bespoke framing services, and the Arts Council England-backed Own Art scheme. Our team combines decades of expertise in art curation and conservation framing, offering tailored advice to collectors and first-time buyers alike.Located in a historic Somerset village that has inspired creatives for generations, we pride ourselves on fostering artistic appreciation through accessible pricing, educational initiatives, and community engagement. With sister operations in Minehead providing premium framing solutions, we ensure every artwork receives meticulous attention to detail. Our commitment to quality extends to using only solid wood frames and archival materials, while our flexible payment options make collecting art more attainable than ever.
Services
Original Paintings
Framing Services
Art Exhibitions
Gicle Printing
Art Consultations
Own Art Scheme
Sculpture Sales
Picture Mounting
Jewellery Displays
Art Workshops
Details
- Year established: 1999
Highlights and features
- We have over 25 years of experience in contemporary art curation
- Our Own Art scheme offers interest-free payments for art purchases
- We provide bespoke conservation framing with 300+ premium mouldings
- We represent both local and nationally acclaimed artists across multiple disciplines
- Our team offers expert art advisory services for collectors and beginners
Associations and certifications
- Own Art
Services
Original Paintings
We offer a curated collection of original paintings from established and emerging artists across various styles and mediums. Our inventory includes contemporary landscapes inspired by Exmoor's natural beauty, abstract works, and figurative pieces. Each artwork undergoes careful selection to ensure quality and artistic merit while maintaining accessibility for both seasoned collectors and first-time buyers.
Framing Services
Our custom framing service combines traditional craftsmanship with modern techniques using premium solid wood mouldings and archival materials. With over 300 frame options available, we create conservation-grade mounts and bespoke frames tailored to each artwork's requirements. Our expertise extends to framing unconventional items like textiles, memorabilia, and three-dimensional objects alongside traditional paintings and prints.
Own Art Scheme
Through our partnership with Arts Council England's Own Art programme, customers can purchase artworks valued between 100-2,500 through interest-free monthly payments over ten months. This initiative makes collecting contemporary art more accessible while supporting artists and galleries. We guide clients through the simple application process and can include framing costs within the financing arrangement.
Art Exhibitions
We host regular exhibitions featuring works from represented artists across multiple disciplines including painting, printmaking, sculpture, and mixed media. Seasonal showcases highlight specific artists or thematic collections, with private viewings and special events throughout the year. Our exhibition programme supports both local talent and nationally recognised creators, offering visitors opportunities to engage directly with contemporary art practices.
Gicle Printing
Our high-quality gicle printing service produces museum-grade reproductions of original artworks using archival inks and fine art papers. This digital printing process captures intricate details and colour accuracy for both limited edition prints and custom reproduction requests. We offer various paper types and finishes to match the original artwork's characteristics while ensuring longevity and presentation quality.
Questions
What types of artwork do you sell?
We offer original paintings, prints, sculptures, ceramics, jewellery, and mixed media works from both local and nationally recognised contemporary artists across various styles and disciplines.
Can I get help choosing artwork?
Our experienced team provides expert art advisory services to help you select pieces that match your taste, space, and budget, whether you're starting a collection or expanding an existing one.
Do you offer framing services?
Yes, we provide bespoke conservation framing using premium materials with over 300 moulding options available, including hand-finished frames tailored to complement each artwork.
How does the Own Art scheme work?
Own Art allows interest-free monthly payments over ten months for artworks priced between £100-£2,500, with instant approval decisions and no hidden fees or charges.
Are your exhibitions free to attend?
All our exhibitions are free to visit during regular gallery hours, with private viewings and special events occasionally requiring prior registration or invitation.
Do you ship artwork purchases?
We offer secure packaging and shipping services for artwork purchases, with delivery options available within the UK and internationally upon request.
Reviews (4)
Lynne Crabb
Dec 07, 2018
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Good selection of art, paintings, prints, sculpture and ceramics. Many by local artists. Also do framing and stock a wide range of fine art greeting cards at a reasonable price.
Chris Dunkley
Jul 30, 2018
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Fab place to visit in a lovely part of Somerset. Nice pieces of art for sale from a very welcoming team.
William Mann
Jul 15, 2018
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I would Highly recommend Churchgate Gallery. A good selection of Artwork at affordable prices to suit all tastes. staff are very knowledgeable and helpful. Definitely worth a visit if you are within the area or browse the website.
Clare Maryan Green
Oct 13, 2017
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Lovely gallery with regular exhibitions, a really refreshing mix of contemporary art and traditional well-honed skills, I love the paintings by Neville Cox, the fascinating ceramics, the mixed media sculptures.
