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Courtyard Arts Bustling and friendly community art centre and gallery in Hertford. Explore our exhibitions and shop

We offer art classes for adults & children, alongside a busy ceramics studio and programme of changing exhibitions. We also have artists studios and a gift shop show-casing work by local makers. A lot of our activity also takes place in the local community where we provide bespoke workshops for school children, dementia sufferers, recovering addicts, young carers to name but a few as part of our outreach work.

Come say hi to Claire and Kelly this Saturday at Courtyard Arts 11am to 1pm! Last chance to see this amazing exhibition ...
14/10/2026

Come say hi to Claire and Kelly this Saturday at Courtyard Arts 11am to 1pm! Last chance to see this amazing exhibition before it ends, don’t miss out!

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*** NEW JEWELLERY WORKSHOP ADDED ***MAKE YOUR OWN SILVER RINGSDay Workshop // Friday 30th October // 10am-4pmAdults only...
09/10/2026

*** NEW JEWELLERY WORKSHOP ADDED ***

MAKE YOUR OWN SILVER RINGS
Day Workshop // Friday 30th October // 10am-4pm
Adults only - No experience necessary, all materials provided.
£100

If you have ever wanted to try creating your own jewellery, then this workshop is the perfect place to start. Expertly guided by professional maker, Melinda Scarborough. You will be provided everything you need to create your own set of 3 rings.

Places are limited, please visit our website for all details and to book your place.
www.courtyardarts.org.uk

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Whooooo… Spooky times ahead! And what better way to get into the Halloween mood than to make a fused glass decoration. U...
09/10/2026

Whooooo… Spooky times ahead! And what better way to get into the Halloween mood than to make a fused glass decoration. Using pre-cut base shapes and accessory glass, each child will have the opportunity to decorate their own unique piece.. Each session runs for 50 minutes, with sessions starting at 10am. This course is suitable for children from the age of 6. Children must be accompanied by an adult for the duration of the session.

Visit our website to book!

*** WE'RE HIRING - VACANCY OIL PAINTING TUTOR ***We are looking for an experienced Oil Painting Tutor to join our Courty...
06/10/2026

*** WE'RE HIRING - VACANCY OIL PAINTING TUTOR ***

We are looking for an experienced Oil Painting Tutor to join our Courtyard Team. If this is something that interests you, please visit our website for more details and how to apply.

Courtyard Arts, is delighted to launch its 2026 Christmas Bauble Competition, inviting artists of all ages to design a u...
30/09/2026

Courtyard Arts, is delighted to launch its 2026 Christmas Bauble Competition, inviting artists of all ages to design a unique festive decoration and help raise funds for the centre’s community arts programme. It’s great opportunity to spread some Christmas cheer while raising funds for the centre.

This year’s competition introduces a new twist: the bauble template is a star shape, ready to be transformed with colour, texture and imagination.

How to enter

• Buy a star‑shaped bauble template from Courtyard Arts for £2
• Decorate it in any medium – paint, collage, digital, mixed media (both sides, and
suitable for hanging)
• Return your completed bauble by Saturday 14 November 2026
• All entries will be exhibited in the Courtyard Arts gallery throughout December

Age categories

• 8 years and under
• 9 to 15 years
• 16+ including adults

A prize will be awarded for the winner in each category.

We have a couple of space available on our Short Course in Watercolour.Starting this Friday morning, you will be given t...
30/09/2026

We have a couple of space available on our Short Course in Watercolour.

Starting this Friday morning, you will be given the basic skills and methods that will help you start your watercolour journey. Visit the website for all the details and how to book your space.

https://www.courtyardarts.org.uk/product/short-course-in-watercolour/

23/09/2026

New exhibition!
Rising Rooted is curated by local artist friends and , who have shared the convoluted, bumpy and ever-evolving road of becoming the women, and artists, they were born to be.
Come along to the private view tomorrow from 6-8pm!
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Want to get into the Christmas Spirit! We have a series of Christmas Fused Glass workshops available to book online now!...
22/09/2026

Want to get into the Christmas Spirit! We have a series of Christmas Fused Glass workshops available to book online now!

Suitable for adults who are beginners or experienced students. All materials will be provided and you will be guided by our expert tutor, Jane Ducarreaux.

Address

Port Vale
Hertford
SG143AA

Opening Hours

Tuesday 10am - 4pm
Wednesday 10am - 4pm
Thursday 10am - 4pm
Friday 10am - 4pm
Saturday 10am - 4pm

Telephone

01992 509596

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