Workshops, Art Galleries & Heritage Sites in Brixham
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Some suggestions for Workshops, Art Galleries & Heritage Sites in Brixham: For Museum Arts and Culture try The Brixham Steam Packet Company and Brixham Heritage Museum. Heritage Site Arts and Culture try Dolphin Boatyard and Brixham Battery Heritage Museum. Art Gallery Arts and Culture try Paul Aldous Artist, A Kick Up The Arts and Colours of Brixham. Workshops Arts and Culture try The Scala - Town Hall, Hot Desking - Town Hall, Brixham Town Hall and Town Hall - Summercombe Room.
Brixham's arts and culture offering is shaped heavily by its maritime history — the town's heritage sites and museums focus on its fishing and naval past, and a visit to the Fish Market or the harbour itself is as much a piece of living history as any formal attraction. A handful of art galleries and workshops around the town add a more contemporary creative element alongside the historical focus.
Berry Head, just outside the town, adds a heritage dimension too, with its historic fort remains alongside the nature reserve — a genuine two-in-one for anyone interested in both history and the outdoors. Brixham's working-harbour character means its arts and culture scene is less polished than some Torbay neighbours, but it's genuinely rooted in the town's real history rather than built for tourists.
Every listing comes from Mapzest's directory of real local businesses, many of which manage their own profile directly, so opening times and current exhibitions reflect what the venue itself publishes. Whether you're after a museum covering Brixham's fishing heritage, a workshop or gallery in the town's steep streets, or the historic remains at Berry Head, the arts and culture scene here reflects Brixham's genuine maritime, working-harbour identity.
Combining a visit to one of the area’s heritage sites with time spent near Berry Head makes for a genuinely full day out, and several venues offer reduced entry or membership schemes worth checking directly with the site. Opening times for smaller galleries and museums can vary seasonally, so it’s worth checking a listing’s current hours, particularly if you’re visiting outside the main summer season.
Hot Desking - Town Hall
Hosted by Brixham Town Hall
Brixham Town Council, Town Hall, New Road, Brixham TQ5 8TA
The Town Hall is home to Brixham Town Council and has a great selection of function rooms and facilities which can be hired out privately.
Colours of Brixham
Colours of Brixham, 48 Middle Street, Brixham, TQ5 8EJ, Devon, UK
Lynne & artist sisters Elaine & Janet, along with artist friend Vivienne, can be found in the Colours of Brixham Art Gallery on Middle Street
A Kick Up The Arts
A Kick Up The Arts, 6 Bolton Street, Brixham TQ5 9DE
Art gallery, studio and workshops aimed at making art inclusive and fun
Brixham Battery Heritage Museum
Brixham Battery, Fishcombe Road, Brixham, Devon, TQ5 8BX
The Brixham Battery Heritage Group maintain and run the museum and buildings of the former coastal artillery battery in Brixham, Devon
The Brixham Steam Packet Company
Specialist marine antiques shop and exhibition of turn of the century steamship collectibles. The Brixham Steam Packet Co Ltd has a large collection of Cunard Line and White Star Line antiques, including ships telegraphs, compasses, navigation lights, china, glass and silverware along with portholes anchors and ships wheels this plus much much more all displayed in an art deco themed area. The shop and exhibition is also home to the very popular Chart Room First Class Coffee Lounge.
The South Devon Players Theatre & Film Company
Rehearsals / Workshops At Chestnut Community Centre, 1-3 Poplar Close, Brixham, Tq5 0sa (please Visit Our Website For Show Tour Details )
The South Devon Players, is based in Brixham for auditions, rehearsals and some of our performances. We exist to create local opportunities for Torbay -based people to create high-quality work in theatre, exploring history, culture & classical literature, winning several awards for its work. We tour live shows around Devon (including Brixham) and up to London / Birmingham, & then also stream online via our partner on Roku & Amazon. We love to welcome new faces. Our rehearsal base is at Chestnut Community Centre, 1-3 Poplar Close, Brixham, Tq5 0sa Www.southdevonplayers.com Www.facebook.com/sdevonplayers Southdevonplayers@gmail.com
Crafty Cwtch
Crafty Cwtch is a Café.
Brixham Heritage Museum
Dedicated to the history and heritage of the town of Brixham in Devon.
The Function Room - Town Hall
Hosted by Brixham Town Hall
Brixham Town Council, Town Hall, New Road, Brixham TQ5 8TA
The Function Room is a flexible space to hire. Used regularly by Brixham Does Care for their cafe and community base, Brixham Theatre as the bar during shows and for all Town Council meetings.
Brixham Town Hall
Brixham Town Council, Town Hall, New Road, Brixham TQ5 8TA
The Town Hall has function rooms and facilities which can be hired out. The Scala is a popular choice for children's parties, indoor markets and private events!
Town Hall - Summercombe Room
Brixham Town Council, Town Hall, New Road, Brixham TQ5 8TA
The Town Hall has function rooms and facilities which can be hired out. The Scala is a popular choice for children's parties, indoor markets and private events!
Paul Aldous Artist
Paul Aldous, 16A New Quay Lane, Brixham, Devon TQ5 8AJ
Gallery & studio of Paul Aldous - graphic designer and artist
Conference Room Hire - Town Hall
Hosted by Brixham Town Hall
Brixham Town Hall New Road, Brixham TQ5 8TA
The Town Hall is home to Brixham Town Council and has a great selection of function rooms and facilities which can be hired out privately.
The Scala - Town Hall
Hosted by Brixham Town Hall
Brixham Town Council, Town Hall, New Road, Brixham TQ5 8TA
The Scala at the Town Hall is the largest event facitility available to hire and is perfect for parties, conferences and large events. Regular markets, jumble sales and fairs are also held here.
Dolphin Boatyard
Galmpton Creek Brixham, TQ5 0EH
Welcome to the Dolphin Boatyard The largest and oldest boatyard on the River Dart which is now privately owned and operated by an excellent team of friendly and professional staff. Well worth visiting
Town Hall - Furzeham Room
Hosted by Brixham Town Hall
Brixham Town Council, Town Hall, New Road, Brixham TQ5 8TA
The Town Hall has function rooms and facilities which can be hired out. The Scala is a popular choice for children's parties, indoor markets and private events!
Frequently Asked Questions
What museums are in Brixham?
Brixham has museums and heritage sites focused on its fishing and naval history. Check the Museum and Heritage Site sub-categories above for current listings.
Are there art galleries in Brixham?
Yes — Brixham has a handful of art galleries and workshops. See the Art Gallery and Workshops sub-categories.
What historic sites are near Brixham?
Berry Head, just outside town, has historic fort remains alongside its nature reserve. Check the Heritage Site and Castle & Fort sub-categories above.
Are there workshops I can take part in?
If any are currently listed, you'll find them in the categories above.
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