Welcome to Sandy Hill Arts
A collaborative arts charity in Corfe, Dorset, bringing together artists and creatives from Purbeck and beyond through events, exhibitions and education.
Open seven days a week 10am – 5pm
Sandy Hill Lane, Corfe Castle, Dorset BH20 5JF
Visit our artistic hub in the Purbeck countryside to enjoy, support and be a part of our creative community.
Sandy Hill Arts charity formed in February 2021 to promote and develop the arts in Purbeck – both visual and performing. We run a rich programme of creative workshops, courses, events, and exhibitions.
We strive to create a space where art, creativity and communities can come together to evolve and flourish. Nestled in Corfe in the shadow of the iconic castle ruins, right next to the railway station, we have an ideal location to encourage and stimulate artistic endeavours in the area.
We are home to some 18 artists and makers with onsite studios, and our site also includes the Boilerhouse Gallery, showcasing resident artists’ work, available to buy.
We have a permanent exhibition or classroom space which is available for hire and is ideal for teaching courses and workshops.
Latest News
TWO wonderful pieces of news!
Sandy Hill acts in Guardian Top Ten of the year
INSPIRING RESIDENCY AND TALK WITH SAYOKO TAKAHATA AT SHA
T S Eliot Foundation “Old Possum’s Practical Trust” Grant
Upcoming events and performance at Sandy Hill Arts
We’ve been busy growing our music and performance wing – from impromptu performances at #Sandyhillsaturdays to evening and weekend events – some ticketed, some free. In 2023 we received Arts Council England National Lottery Funding to support us in delivering some of these events.
Emily Maguire in concert Sold Out
Workshops and Courses at Sandy Hill Arts
Arts education is front and centre of Sandy Hill Art’s remit. We offer a diverse array of workshops including Raku, cyanotype printing, drawing, painting, print making, willow sculpture & weaving, wood carving and photography as well as some more ‘off-the-wall’ pursuits. Click ‘View All’ for other workshops…
Medieval Tile Making Workshop with Diana Hall
Sandy Hill Lane, Corfe Castle, Dorset BH20 5JF
Raku Workshop – 2 Day Make Glaze & Fire: April/May 2025 Sold Out
Sandy Hill Lane, Corfe Castle, Dorset BH20 5JF
Raku Workshop – 2 Day Make Glaze & Fire: June/July 2025
Sandy Hill Lane, Corfe Castle, Dorset BH20 5JF
Raku Workshop – 2 Day Make Glaze & Fire: September/October 2025
Sandy Hill Lane, Corfe Castle, Dorset BH20 5JF
Upcoming Exhibitions at Sandy Hill Arts
We run exhibitions in Room 14. Our exhibition space is also available for hire to local artists. The space can be hired from a minimum of one week up to two months. Please contact us to find out more.
Meet our Artists
Sandy Hill arts is home to the widest range of artistic and craft practices including oils, watercolour, mixed media, sculpture, wood carving, metalwork, pottery and textiles.
