Bankside Gallery

BANKSIDE GALLERY IS CURRENTLY CLOSED

Doors reopen THIS FRIDAY 27th FOR "RWS OPEN 2026"

27TH FEBRUARY-15 MARCH

11am - 6pm daily

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Discover Free Art Exhibitions in London at Bankside Gallery

Welcome to Bankside Gallery – a contemporary art gallery in London dedicated to painting and printmaking. Located on the Thames Path next to the Tate Modern, we offer a vibrant programme of free art exhibitions showcasing the work of both emerging and established artists.

An unmissable destination for discerning art lovers for over 45 years, Bankside Gallery represents around 300 of the finest practitioners in contemporary water-based media and original printmaking.
ROYAL WATERCOLOUR SOCIETY OPEN 2026
Come up and see me sometime, Lucy Spanyol

The Royal Watercolour Society's annual open submission exhibition is back! The RWS Open is one of the largest water-media competitions in the world, attracting thousands of submissions each year. Click here to see all works

This year's selectors are Bob and Roberta Smith RA, Siphiwe Mnguni, Artist and Curator, Charles Williams RWS President, Akash Bhatt RWS, and Caroline Cornelius RWS. The exhibition is proudly sponsored by Michael Harding.
Selected Works From the Exhibition
Buy Affordable Art Online from Bankside Gallery

Looking to start or grow your collection? You can now buy art online directly from Bankside Gallery. Our curated online shop features a wide selection of affordable art by leading contemporary watercolourists and original printmakers.

Whether you're seeking a unique gift, decorating your home, or investing in emerging talent, our collection offers something for every taste and budget. Explore by artist, style, or medium – and enjoy secure checkout and worldwide delivery.
Gallery hire on London’s vibrant South Bank
Bankside Gallery offers exhibition hire close to Tate Modern, combining a central location with a calm, contemporary setting suited to ambitious independent exhibitions and carefully curated shows.

Host an unforgettable evening in a real London gallery. Bankside Gallery offers a distinctive backdrop for receptions, talks, launches, and private celebrations – set among ever-changing exhibitions.
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  EXHIBITION HIRE
  
  Bankside Gallery offers flexible gallery hire in London for solo and group exhibitions. Central exhibition space hire on the South Bank, close to Tate Modern and major transport links.
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  EVENING EVENT HIRE
  
  Host evening receptions, corporate drinks and private events with evening venue hire at Bankside Gallery. A contemporary riverside gallery on London’s South Bank, available for exclusive hire.
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"This most sympathetic of galleries" - Sir Quentin Blake, 2025