The Vallum Gallery, Institute of the Arts

The Vallum Gallery, Institute of the Arts The official page for the modern gallery space in the city of Carlisle, located in the main building of the Institute of Arts at The University of Cumbria.

The Vallum Gallery is a newly opened exhibition space, surrounded by the creative community of students and staff at The University of Cumbria's Institute of the Arts campus in the city of Carlisle. Open to the general public, all exhibitions are free and carefully selected to provide a unique and memorable gallery-going experience. With its modern aesthetics, clean lines and ample natural and art

ificial light, the Vallum Gallery provides an ideal environment for both traditional 2D and 3D shows and flexibility to accommodate new media exhibitions. Private view events, musical and dramatic performances and artist talks and book launches are all activities that complement the rolling exhibitions programme. Housed in the modern Main Building of the Institute of the Arts, part of the University of Cumbria, the gallery builds upon a creative tradition in the city of Carlisle that has a history dating back to the founding in 1822 of a Society for the promotion of the Fine Arts. This flexible new gallery space, installed during 2015, can present exhibitions in a traditional format with wall panels for 2D work and glass cabinets and plinths for 3D work, plus can accommodate digital format work on high definition screens or via projection.

28/05/2026
All welcome - see you tomorrow from 4.00pm-7.00pm!
28/05/2026

All welcome - see you tomorrow from 4.00pm-7.00pm!

NEWS: Made in Carlisle - artists celebrated at university degree show. In a free exhibition, the University of Cumbria is throwing open its doors next week and inviting visitors to enjoy the work of its final year creative and media arts students. https://brnw.ch/21x2U0r

INVITATION | Made in Carlisle Arts Degree Show We are pleased to invite you to the Preview Event of Made in Carlisle the...
19/05/2026

INVITATION | Made in Carlisle Arts Degree Show

We are pleased to invite you to the Preview Event of Made in Carlisle the University of Cumbria's Arts Undergraduate Degree Show on Friday 29 May 2026 between 16:00 - 19:00.

The Made in Carlisle show provides a platform for emerging artists to present their innovative ideas and unique perspectives and celebrates the creative achievements of our final year students. This is an excellent opportunity to see some of the best up and coming talent in the region. The exhibition not only highlights the students' technical skills but also delves into the deeper meanings and concepts behind their artworks, sparking conversations and inspiring new ideas.

Courses: BA (Hons): Film & Television – Fine Art – Games Design - Graphic Design – Illustration – Photography – Wildlife Media

Preview Event - Friday 29 May 2026
16:00 - 19:00 | various venues and studio spaces across the Brampton Road campus

* Film Screenings in the Stanwix Theatre : Wildlife Media 16:00 - 18:00 and Film & TV 18:00 - 19:30*

Exhibition Opens – Monday 01 - Friday 05 June 2026 | 10:00 - 16:00

Open Day (Undergraduate and Postgraduate) & Friends and Family Viewing | Saturday 06 June 2026 – Brampton Road Open Day 6th June 2026 | 10.00 – 15:00

Address: University of Cumbria, Institute of Education, Arts & Society, Brampton Road, Carlisle, Cumbria, CA3 9AW

Unable to attend or wish to view at your leisure? - the work of our final year students will also be available to view online from 01 June 2026 | https://uocdegreeshow.uk

Wow congratulations to lots of our students & alumni 🎓 on their successful shortlisting in the British and Irish Associa...
19/05/2026

Wow congratulations to lots of our students & alumni 🎓 on their successful shortlisting in the British and Irish Association of Zoos and Aquariums (BIAZA) photography competition ‘Native Species’ category!

To vote for your choice(s) to win, simply like or react to any of the shortlisted images! Deadline to vote is 11.00pm on 1st June.

1st Year Euthalia Marcos
3rd Year Jack Murden
Alumnus Georgia Costin

Good luck everyone! Vote for your favourites ✨

17/05/2026

OPEN CALL.
The Lake Artists Society are looking for Cumbria based painters, sculptors, ceramicists and printmakers to be part of this summers exhibition at Grasmere. Application opens June 1st. Go to www.lakeartists.org.uk for more information.

17/05/2026

You are warmly invited to an exhibition in the Vallum Gallery, University of Cumbria, Brampton Road campus, Carlisle, CA3 9AW.

All are welcome to visit this Level 5 BA (Hons) Fine Art exhibition featuring themes of memory, material and meaning in daily life.

Exhibition dates: Monday 18 - Thursday 21 May 2026
Opening hours: 10:00–16:00

Please join us in supporting our students and their creative work.

Wonderful work on campus in the ‘Seconds Out’ Exhibition, in our Vallum Gallery from Monday 18th to Thursday 21st May - ...
15/05/2026

Wonderful work on campus in the ‘Seconds Out’ Exhibition, in our Vallum Gallery from Monday 18th to Thursday 21st May - daily 10am to 4pm. A brilliant presentation from an exceptional cohort. Very well done every one.

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University Of Cumbria
Carlisle
CA39

Opening Hours

Monday 10am - 6pm
Tuesday 10am - 6pm
Wednesday 10am - 6pm
Thursday 10am - 6pm
Friday 10am - 6pm
Saturday 10am - 6pm

Telephone

01228400300

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