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Spike Island

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Waterside exhibition space, cafe and creative hub for contemporary art and design. People often mention space, cafe, gallery, great, visit, Great, exhibitions,


Address

133 Cumberland Rd, Bristol BS1 6UX, United Kingdom

Website

www.spikeisland.org.uk

Contact

+44 117 929 2266

Rating on Google Maps

4.60 (87 reviews)

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  • 5/5 naznin ferdous n. 6 months ago on Google • 9 reviews
    We got a golden ticket for SS Great Britain, and it was really really wonderful to explore!! Children and we enjoyed a lot❤️
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 Andy R. 10 months ago on Google • 362 reviews
    An art space with a nice cafe attached. Lots of practicing artists are housed in the studios. There is a large exhibition space showing a wide range of contemporary art. Free to get in. Always thought provoking. Occasionally pleasingly bonkers! The open weekend is always worth looking out for when you can explore the creative spaces and chat to the artists. It has an excellent print community with lots of equipment and opportunities to get involved.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Guillaume F. 1 year ago on Google
    The cafe has the best sandwiches ive ever had. They are huge and extremely reasonably priced. Photo attached is half of the sandwich (other half already consumed), priced at 6.90. Great atmosphere too
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 julie n. 4 years ago on Google
    An interesting gallery which is constantly changing. It’s free to go in but you can donate which I know they appreciate very much when people do. There’s a cafe there too, I think it’s not run by the gallery but works well in conjunction with.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Molly P. 1 year ago on Google
    I'll never forget the visit I had here, wonderful place and well thought out exhibits
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 David A. 6 months ago on Google • 198 reviews
    Unique in its scale & complexity, so many people work here making art, film, design and exhibitions. A great cafe at Emmeline and an important gallery space with regular exhibitions of significant art. Absolutely worth regular visits and don’t miss the Open Studios around 1st May annually.

  • 5/5 Mike A. 1 year ago on Google • 156 reviews
    Interesting art, quiet when i was there, though it had only just open for the day. Had a coffee in the cafe

  • 5/5 Ale N. 9 months ago on Google • 153 reviews
    The events here are very well curated. Great contents in the right setting. Poetry reading and performance works well here.

  • 4/5 Sasha N. 5 months ago on Google • 128 reviews
    It's a nice place to visit, some exhibitions are really peculiar. And there's a coffee shop.

  • 5/5 Mark B. 2 months ago on Google • 79 reviews New
    Cafe needs some art luvvies to produce some sound absorbing devices. Conversation not possible.

  • 5/5 r c. 1 month ago on Google • 41 reviews New
    Lovey staff and really interesting exhibition when we visited. The cafe was very busy so we couldn't stay but it looked great. I wish I lived locally so I could visit all the time or there was something like this near me.

  • 5/5 Tara C. 9 months ago on Google • 27 reviews
    My must visit when taking a trip to Bristol. Loved the current show and cafe as always.

  • 5/5 Murray H. 5 months ago on Google • 25 reviews
    Fabulous gallery surrounded by nice harbour side walks and attractions. Key features include a well lit atrium in the gallery space and a nice cafe.

  • 5/5 Stevan V. 4 months ago on Google • 12 reviews
    Definitely one of my favourite places in Bristol. Whenever I want I relaxing but inspiring morning I go there.

  • 4/5 Helen H. 2 years ago on Google
    Really good art exhibitions + café

  • 5/5 PA J. 2 years ago on Google
    One of the best contemporary art gallery in Bristol. Visitors can enjoy the contemporary art shows. The spacious gallery have a cafe and parking space in front of the gallery.

  • 5/5 Dionihilo 2 years ago on Google
    Great space with thoughtfully put together exhibitions. I recommend a visit as part of any cultural tour through the city.

  • 5/5 Break the I. 2 years ago on Google
    One of my favourite art galleries in Bristol. All ways have an interesting exhibition to go and see. If you're in Bristol definitely worth going to see what's happening.

  • 3/5 Mash H. 2 years ago on Google
    Exhibition on at present by Veronica Ryan (August 2021). Huge open space with eatery on site. If Art is your thing it's definitely worth checking out.

  • 4/5 Technogeoff 2 years ago on Google
    Beautiful contemplative space. Love it

  • 5/5 Alan B. 1 year ago on Google
    Some really great looking food in the Spike Island cafe... mine was an incredibly tasty chickpea rice salad 👍🏻😋

  • 5/5 Peter D. 3 years ago on Google
    Great place to visit.

  • 5/5 Dan P. 1 year ago on Google
    Lovely little cafe bar with simple but tasty menu, with loads of vegan options and great cakes, in a light and spacious space surrounded by plants and books. The adjoining gallery itself hosts a range of brilliant and through provoking exhibitions that are always worth a visit.

  • 5/5 Susan B. 8 years ago on Google
    An excellent contemporary gallery with a great exhibition space and friendly and knowledgeable staff. They run fantastic art workshops for adults and children providing all expertise, equipment and materials required. They also have a lovely cafe.

  • 5/5 Amy S. 1 year ago on Google
    Arrived late in the day with 2 hungry children and the staff couldn’t have been nicer or more helpful. The menu is scrumptious and crafted with care. A great range of beverages for bigs and littles too. Love this place.

  • 4/5 Christopher W. 1 year ago on Google
    Great cafe and art gallery. Cafe serves vegetarian food and salad. Nice range of tasty cakes. Good value tasty food served in a friendly cool space.

  • 5/5 Pete T. 2 years ago on Google
    Popped in to the café for lunch, not knowing what to expect, it's a light bright space, very clean with friendly staff. The food was great, large portions, nice presentation, served quickly, we really enjoyed it. Thanks very much!

  • 5/5 PT 2. 2 years ago on Google
    The time I would volunteer then live with good managers and managers are still good

  • 5/5 Dann C. 1 year ago on Google
    Went to see the degree show of the UWE graduates, a great space for young artists taking their first steps towards a creative life!


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Amenities


  • Accessibility
    • ✓️ Wheelchair accessible entrance
    • ✓️ Wheelchair accessible restroom
    • ✗ Wheelchair accessible parking lot

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