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Palais des Vaches is a unique art gallery and venue at Exbury in the New Forest, Hampshire.
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05/09/2026

🐂 El Bravo by Zac Newman 🐂

We are delighted to welcome sculptor Zac Newman to the Palais des Vaches, where his monumental sculpture El Bravo takes centre stage in our sculpture garden.

Inspired by the formidable Spanish Toro Bravo, El Bravo captures the moment before movement — powerful, poised and charged with restrained energy.

Crafted from reclaimed timber, oak and Douglas Fir and dramatically finished using the Japanese Shou Sugi Ban technique, this extraordinary sculpture stretches an impressive five metres from horn to tail.

✨ Visit us at Palais des Vaches Gallery or send us a DM for further details.
📍 Open every Friday, Saturday & Sunday, 11am–4pm
📍 Find us at the end of a long gravel track off Inchmery Lane, Lower Exbury, with magnificent views across the Beaulieu River to the Isle of Wight.
Lower Exbury Farm, Inchmery Lane, Exbury, SO45 1AE

03/09/2026

✨ New Opening Hours at the Palais des Vaches ✨

From September, we’ll be open every Friday, Saturday & Sunday, 11am–4pm, giving you more opportunities to visit, discover our latest exhibitions, and enjoy the unique surroundings of the Palais.

Please note that we are now closed on Thursdays.

Private viewings are also available by pre-booked appointment on other days, offering a more personal opportunity to explore the collection at your leisure.

We look forward to welcoming you soon. 🖼️✨

28/08/2026

🌿 Matley Wood 37, Konrad Cox 🌿

A captivating study of colour, texture and organic form, inspired by the gnarled and fallen trees of Matley Wood.

Konrad Cox’s distinctive photographic approach reveals unexpected shapes and rich, weather-worn textures within the forest, transforming familiar elements of the New Forest into intriguing abstract compositions.

A beautiful reminder to look closely, there is always something unexpected waiting to be discovered.

Matley Wood 37 - nature, reimagined through the artist’s eye.

✨ Visit us at Palais des Vaches Gallery or send us a DM for further details.

📍 Open daily as part of Hampshire Open Studios until Monday 31st August, 11am–4pm

📍 Find us at the end of a long gravel track off Inchmery Lane, Lower Exbury, with magnificent views across the Beaulieu River to the Isle of Wight.
Lower Exbury Farm, Inchmery Lane, Exbury, SO45 1AE

25/08/2026

🐚 Shell Mosaic — Nick de Rothschild 🐚

A captivating celebration of texture, pattern and the natural beauty of the seashore.

Nick de Rothschild’s distinctive PhotoArt transforms an arrangement of sea shells into a richly layered contemporary composition. Combining in-camera photographic effects with digital manipulation, Nick reveals the intricate forms, subtle tones and organic rhythms found within these seemingly simple treasures of the coast.

✨ Visit us at Palais des Vaches Gallery or send us a DM for further details.

📍 Open daily as part of Hampshire Open Studios until Monday 31st August, 11am–4pm

📍 Find us at the end of a long gravel track off Inchmery Lane, Lower Exbury, with magnificent views across the Beaulieu River to the Isle of Wight.

Lower Exbury Farm, Inchmery Lane, Exbury, SO45 1AE

23/08/2026

Toni Dade - Reminiscing (watercolour)

With extraordinary delicacy and precision, Toni Dade captures the beauty of nature in transition.
Reminiscing reveals the elegant structure of a flower in graceful decay, its fine petals and rich autumnal tones celebrating fragility, imperfection and the fleeting nature of life.

An exquisite example of Toni’s internationally acclaimed botanical art.

Framed and ready to hang. 84cm × 70 cm

Visit us at Palais des Vaches Gallery or send us a DM for further details.
📍 Open daily from Saturday 22nd to Monday 31st August, 11am–4pm
📍 Find us at the end of a long gravel track off Inchmery Lane, Lower Exbury, with magnificent views across the Beaulieu River to the Isle of Wight.
Lower Exbury Farm, Inchmery Lane, Exbury, SO45 1AE

22/08/2026

🎨Artist demonstration - Jack Metcalf🎨

We are delighted to announce that Jack Metcalf will be at the Palais des Vaches tomorrow (Sunday 23rd August) as part of Hampshire Open Studios.

Following his 3rd Place award in our inaugural Palais Art Prize, Jack returns to the gallery grounds to demonstrate his delicate mastery of plein air painting.

A self-taught painter, Jack’s work is deeply attuned to the atmospheric nuance and evocative serenity of the Dorset coast and countryside. Working directly in the open air, his work captures the transient nature of light and the endless movement of coastal skies.
A curated selection of Jack's original oil paintings will also be on display and available to buy.

Visit us at Palais des Vaches Gallery or send us a DM for further details.
📍 Open daily from Saturday 22nd to Monday 31st August, 11am–4pm
📍 Find us at the end of a long gravel track off Inchmery Lane, Lower Exbury, with magnificent views across the Beaulieu River to the Isle of Wight.
Lower Exbury Farm, Inchmery Lane, Exbury, SO45 1AE

18/08/2026

The Ego - Paul Lloyd.

We are delighted to welcome new works by Dorset-based artist Paul Lloyd to the Palais des Vaches.

With a distinctive and deeply expressive approach to painting, Paul Lloyd explores identity, emotion and the complexities of the human experience. His paintings invite the viewer to look beyond the surface, revealing a powerful sense of feeling and introspection.

As the winner of the inaugural Palais Art Prize, we are particularly pleased to continue our relationship with this compelling artist.

Visit us at Palais des Vaches Gallery or send us a DM for further details.

📍 Open daily from Saturday 22nd to Monday 31st August, 11am–4pm
📍 Find us at the end of a long gravel track off Inchmery Lane, Lower Exbury, with magnificent views across the Beaulieu River to the Isle of Wight.
Lower Exbury Farm, Inchmery Lane, Exbury, SO45 1AE

14/08/2026

Puglia One - John Illsley.

Oil on canvas, 160cm x 125cm.

An evocative abstract landscape inspired by the sun-drenched landscapes and distinctive coastal lines of southern Italy.

Puglia One is an original oil on canvas by John Illsley, founding member and bass guitarist of Dire Straits. Created between 2017 and 2020, the work translates the warmth, rhythm and character of Puglia into a bold, expressive composition of rich ochres, oranges and earthy tones, punctuated by strong, gestural lines.

A striking statement work for a contemporary collection and a wonderful opportunity to own an original painting by an artist whose creative career spans both music and fine art.

Visit us at Palais des Vaches Gallery or send us a DM for further details.
📍 Open every Thursday, 11am–3pm, and Saturday & Sunday, 11am–4pm
📍 Find us at the end of a long gravel track off Inchmery Lane, Lower Exbury, with magnificent views across the Beaulieu River to the Isle of Wight.
Lower Exbury Farm, Inchmery Lane, Exbury, SO45 1AE

13/08/2026

Red Bubble Vase — Stewart Beckett

A vibrant still life by Stewart Beckett, Red Bubble Vase, explores the simple beauty of form, colour, and light through expressive oil painting.

The rounded form of the vase becomes the focal point, brought to life through confident brushwork and rich, warm tones. Beautifully framed and ready to hang, this original work would make a striking addition to a contemporary collection or bring a distinctive touch of colour to the home. It measures 45cm x 54cm.

Visit us at Palais des Vaches Gallery or send us a DM for further details.

📍 Open every Thursday, 11am–3pm, and Saturday & Sunday, 11am–4pm
📍 Find us at the end of a long gravel track off Inchmery Lane, Lower Exbury, with magnificent views across the Beaulieu River to the Isle of Wight.
Lower Exbury Farm, Inchmery Lane, Exbury, SO45 1AE

11/08/2026

Jug & Books - Stewart Beckett

A thoughtfully composed still life of a ceramic jug alongside stacked books. Rendered with soft, contemplative brushwork, this piece captures the quiet beauty of everyday objects in muted, harmonious tones. The intimate composition invites peaceful reflection, making it perfect for studies, bedrooms, or any space seeking understated elegance.

40cm x 50cm including frame. Ready to hang.

Visit us at Palais des Vaches Gallery or send us a DM for further details.

📍 Open every Thursday, 11am–3pm, and Saturday & Sunday, 11am–4pm
📍 Find us at the end of a long gravel track off Inchmery Lane, Lower Exbury, with magnificent views across the Beaulieu River to the Isle of Wight.
Lower Exbury Farm, Inchmery Lane, Exbury, SO45 1AE

Address

Lower Exbury Farm, Exbury
Southampton
SO451AE

Telephone

+442381440276

Website

http://www.palaisdesvaches.co.uk/

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