Opening hours Gallery: Wednesday to Sunday 12–5pm Café open: Monday: 9am–3pm, Tuesday and Sunday: 10am–4pm, Wednesday to Saturday: 10am–5pm

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Joe Lyward receives the Spike Island and Hauser & Wirth Engagement Fellowship 2026-27

Joe Lyward will work alongside Spike Island and Hauser & Wirth to deliver a year-long programme of Engagement activities.

Guest Blog: A Short History of Artspace and Spike Island by John O’Connor

Artist and historian shares the history of how Artspace Bristol was founded, and how a group of artists secured the Spike Island building.

Spike Island is turning 50

In 2026, we celebrate 50 years of championing artist-led experimentation

Spike Island Welcomes Akira Ishu for New International Curatorial Fellowship

Spike Island is pleased to announce that Bolivian–Japanese curator Akira Ishu has been awarded a three-month curatorial fellowship at Spike Island.

Spike Island Announces Spring 2026 Associates Programme

Spike Island is excited to introduce the Spring 2026 programme for Spike Island Associates, Containment & Transmissions.

Spike Island supports Bristol’s bid for City of Culture 2029

On 20 January, 2026 Bristol City Council has voted to submit an Expression of Interest to become UK City of Culture 2029. Spike Island is proud to sup...

Spike Island Exhibition Services pioneers new AV approach with Nottingham Contemporary

A new AV system at Spike Island, designed to handle highly complex video and sound installations, marks a major step in technical support for artists.

Celebrate Christmas at Emmeline Café

Celebrate this festive season artfully with the award-winning Emmeline Café at Spike Island!
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Opening Hours

Gallery Gallery: Wednesday to Sunday 12–5pm
Café Monday: 9am–3pm, Tuesday and Sunday: 10am–4pm, Wednesday to Saturday: 10am–5pm
Spike Island Artspace Ltd. Registered Charity no. 1003505. Registered in England and Wales no. 2624621
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