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Spike Island

A unique centre devoted to the production and exhibition of the contemporary visual arts ranging from painting and printmaking to multi-media and moving image arts.

It combines artists' studio provision with a programme of exhibitions and events. Housed in the landmark former Brooke Bond tea building, it contains over 70 artist studios, an exhibition gallery, workshop facilities, Spike Design incubator space and a vibrant canteen/bar.

Opening Times

2008 Opening 1 Jan 2008 - 31 Dec 2008

Day	Opening Times
Monday	09:00 - 17:00
Tuesday	09:00 - 17:00
Wednesday	09:00 - 17:00
Thursday	09:00 - 17:00
Friday	09:00 - 17:00
Saturday	09:00 - 17:00
Sunday	09:00 - 17:00
Bank Holiday	09:00 - 17:00

* Opening Times for Gallery during exhibitions: Tues - Friday 12pm - 6pm, Sat & Sun 11am - 6pm.
Opening Times for Canteen: Mon - Friday 9am - 6pm, Sat 9.30am - 6pm, Sun 12pm - 6pm.

Tickets Information

Ticket Type	Ticket Tariff*
Adult	free
Child	free

Road Directions

From the city centre take Wapping Road over Prince Street Bridge behind Arnolfini and turn right onto Cumberland Road. Spike Island is about half a mile on the right. On-street parking and bike racks are available outside.

Public Transport Directions

Bus: Service 500 runs every 20 minutes during the week and every 30 minutes on Saturdays from Bristol Temple Meads, the city centre and Broadmead to directly outside Spike Island.

TRAIN: Bristol Temple Meads is a 15-20 minute walk from Spike Island. Follow signs to the SS Great Britain and Spike Island is half way along Cumberland Road.