CHAFF Presents
The Cheddar Arts Trail 2026

The CHAFF Arts Trail returns for the first May bank holiday weekend – and this year it's bigger than ever, with over 40 local artists opening their homes and studios to the public.

Wander through the picturesque village of Cheddar at your own pace, meet the artists, see the work being made, and take home original, affordable art. Alongside the studios you'll find workshops to take part in and charity stalls supporting local causes.

The trail is completely free to visit, with all venues open 10.30am–4.30pm each day from Saturday 2nd May to Monday 4th May 2026.

There's no set route – just turn up and explore

Plan Your Visit

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Use our interactive map to explore all venue locations before you visit, or download the brochure and map to have everything you need to hand on the day.

GETTING HERE & PARKING

The two main pay and display car parks are on Church Street (BS27 3NZ) and Cliff Street (BS27 3PT), open 24 hours with charges between 9am–6pm. There are also car parks within Cheddar Gorge. We would recommend arriving before 11am to secure a space, though many venues are on residential streets where free on-street parking is available.

Travelling by bus? The 126 First Bus service (Saturday only) runs through Cheddar between Weston-super-Mare and Wells.

WORKSHOPS

SUE PURKISS - Venue 1

Sue will be running a creative writing workshop at the Arts Quarter on Sunday 3rd May

from 10.30am - 12.30pm.
Cost - £10 per person.

To book, please email Sue at suepurkiss@btinternet.com

MARY SCOTT - Venue 12

Simple gel printing will be demonstrated during open hours with the opportunity to try it out.

ELLA PHILLIPS - Venue 16
Visitors will be able to try various slip decorating techniques, such as slip trailing, sgraffito & paper resist. Free and paid activities are on offer at this venue throughout the CHAFF weekend. Booking not required, visit Ella’s website for more information.
www.ellaphillipsceramics.co.uk

CHARITIES

Every year, groups of artists come together in their venues to support a charity that resonates with them.

The following charities are being supported this year:

Sightsavers - plant sale at Venue 5

Médecines Sans Frontières - books and refreshments for sale at Venue 6

Sing 2 Breathe - ceramics seconds for donations at Venue 11

Paws 4 Thought Animal Rescue - refreshments at Venue 14

The Space - refreshments at Venue 13

Cheddar Valley Food Bank - refreshments at Venue 18.

PLACES TO EAT & DRINK

A – THE RIVERSIDE - Local pub, home-cooked food, beer garden and play area.
B – EDELWEISS - Café with outdoor seating beside the river in the Gorge.
C – CRAFTY FINGERS - New bar with a great selection of craft ales and more.
D – ON THE ROCKS - Fun cocktail bar with a lively holiday paradise feel.
E – THE WHITE HART - Country pub in the heart of the Gorge, home-cooked food, beer garden and play area.
F – THE KINGS HEAD - Thatched country pub with a spacious beer garden, away from the bustle of the Gorge.
G – COFFEE @ THE HUB - Community café supporting local youth charity The Space.