🎨 1853 STUDIOS ANNUAL OPEN STUDIOS 🎨

Oldham, mark your calendars! The biggest celebration of local art, culture, and creation is back. Join us at 1853 Studios on Saturday, 5th September (11am – 5pm) as we throw open our doors for our annual Open Studios Day!

Whether you’re an art collector, a curious local, or just looking for a brilliant Saturday out with friends, there is something around every corner.

🚪 Explore Over 50 Resident Studios
Get an exclusive, behind the scenes look into the working spaces of over 50 resident creators. Wander through the hallways, pop into the studios, and chat directly with the makers themselves about their processes, inspirations, and current projects:

What do we have under our roof I hear you say?

Visual Arts: Oil painters, abstract artists, printmakers, and muralists.

Design & Digital: Graphic designers, illustrators, and fine art photographers.

Craft & Alternative: Tattoo artists, custom guitar pedal manufacturers, and unique makers.

Performing Arts: Resident theatre companies and creative collectives.

🖼️ Two Major Gallery Exhibitions
Mill 1 Gallery — Resident Artists Showcase: A curated group exhibition featuring ground breaking new works from across our entire studio community.

Mill 2 Gallery — “When I’m Not Titting About On Telly”: The headline debut art exhibition from TV favourite Leigh Francis (aka Keith Lemon), showcasing a side of his creative talent you've never seen before!

✍️ Hands-On Workshops & Our Brand New Bar
Erasure Poetry Workshop: Head over to our newly opened bar area and join our Writer in Residence, Louise Machen, for an interactive session where you can dive in and craft your own poetry.

Drinks & Vibes: Grab a drink from the new bar, hang out with the community, and soak in the energy of the mill.

📅 Date: Saturday, 5th September 2026
⏰ Time: 11:00 AM – 5:00 PM
📍 Location: 1853 Studios, Oldham
🎟️ Entry: Free / Everyone welcome!

1853 Studios is officially going to be the place to be in Oldham on the first weekend of September. Pop down, bring your mates, grab a drink, and let’s have a lovely time!