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

* 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.

Events

Tickets Information

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.

 Facilities

Provider Preferences

• Film or TV location
• Indoor Attraction

Accessibility

• Free Entry
• Guide Dogs Permitted
• On Bus Route
• Ramp/Level Access
• Toilets for Disabled Visitors

Parking & Transport

• Car parking
• Coach Parking
• Parking (free)

Catering

• On-Site café/restaurant

Payment Methods

• Delta accepted
• Maestro accepted
• MasterCard accepted
• Solo accepted
• Visa accepted

Establishment Features

• Business facilities (eg. Fax/ modem)
• Conference facilities
• Dogs Accepted
• Event venue
• Event Venue
• Toilets

Tours and Demonstrations

• Educational Visits Accepted - During exhibitions
• Guided Tours Available for Groups - During Exhibitions
• Guided Tours Available for Individuals - During Exhibitions