Welcome to The Marle Gallery

"A slice of Cork Street in Axminster" is the often expressed delighted reaction of many art lovers when they first discover The Marle Gallery.

Whether a chance encounter or planned visit, The Marle Gallery will not disappoint with its stunning gallery space and vibrant exhibition programme, offering a diverse display of art in all its forms. 

So welcome to The Marle from owners Nick and Catherine Broomfield. 

Our simple aim is to share our life-long love of contemporary art with you. We hope that The Marle Gallery will become your favourite place to enjoy exciting and challenging art in all its forms. Art that brings something new and unique to the southwest. Art we love ourselves and can honestly promote to you. 

Why not get in on the act and join our mailing list to receive advance notice of exhibitions and our newsletter, "Picture This". Or just drop in to the gallery for a browse.

Artists at The Marle past and present

Christine von Alten, Tim Andrews,Tony Beaver, Simon Brett, Harry Brockway, Philippa de Burlet, Jan Calow, Simon Cook, Dido Crosby, Anne Desmet RA, Anthony Dyson RE, Peter Freeth RA, Emma Forrester, Molly Garnier, Peter Goodhall, Martin Grover, Trevor Haddrell, Louise Hayward, Sally Hebeler, Nick Hillyard, Zee Jones, Judith Lockie, Sonia Martin, Ian Middleton, Irene McCann, Miriam McGregor,Emma Molony, Claire Moynihan, Vicky Oldfield, Mandy Parslow, Hilary Paynter, John Piper, Howard Phipps, Jenny Portlock,James Romain, Michael Sole, Jeremy Speck, Karl Taylor, Barbara Whiteley.

Want to make the most of your visit? 

A trip to The Marle is always time well spent. But if you want to make the most of your time out, then Axminster is tailor-made to delight with some great cafes and restaurants clustered around the beautiful church square, including, of course, Hugh FW's River Cottage Canteen just around the corner from the gallery. more>

Opening times

Trains and Parking

Trains

Axminster station is on the Waterloo line from London to Exeter. It is a 2hr 40min journey from London to Axminster. It is a 40min journey from Exeter to Axminster. The station is a good 10 minute walk to The Marle Gallery.

Car Parking

There is limited road parking mostly 30mins or 1 hour in the square. There are three car parks, all a short walk from The Marle gallery.  The closest car parks are South Street and Poplar Mount, Chard Street. Visit the link below for more Car Park information.

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