Announcement - The Autumn term commences 9th September 2019: See what's on
We provide the rooms, facilities and equipment that enables community groups, tutors and others to provide a wide range of arts courses and activities for everyone to learn, enjoy and grow.
A range of events both at The Bridge and in the Darlington community, including Workshops, Exhibitions and more.
Dr Robert McManners and colleague Gillian Wales have intensively researched the phenomenon of mining art for 25 years.
The Bridge offers a wide range of courses in a variety of visual mediums, providing the perfect opportunity to get creative and meet new people in Darlington.
Geared towards intermediate artists, this course invites you to develop your painting and drawing skills.
A demonstration led course where you can learn a varied range of landscape techniques
Learn traditional rag rug techniques with this addictive craft
Make a new piece of beautiful beaded jewellery each week with a professional finish
Perfect for beginners and those looking to return to the art, this course explores a variety of techniques
Following the popularity of Openart Studio, you'll enjoy a a host of visual art forms with our accessible sessions
Suitable for every ability, try out new ideas with lessons in drawing and painting
Due to unforeseen circumstances it has been necessary for us to cancel the Winter Fair this year which was planned for Saturday 19th October
The work will repair heating units in our three main studios. In that time The Bridge will be inaccessible.
Jo Pickering's Portrait Drawing & Painting Course is postponed until further notice
Location
The Bridge Centre
Yarm Road
Darlington
DL1 1ED
Parking
The Bridge is a short drive from Darlington Town Centre, with free parking available on-site and in the surrounding area.
There is also a covered space to store bicycles.
A number of Arriva buses stop outside The Bridge, including numbers: 2, 3B and 12
We're a ten minute walk from Darlington Train Station. From the Yarm Road entrance to the station, turn right onto Yarm Road (walking away from the town centre), and follow the road towards the corner of Hundens Lane.
Our building is fully accessible including disabled facilities.
Dropped curbs are in use in the surrounding area for wheelchair access to the building.
If you have any queries about The Bridge, we encourage you to get in touch using the details below:
Phone: 01325 243864
E-mail: Contact us
The Bridge provides a vibrant community led venue to support artists and encourage visual arts involvement for Darlington. Many artists who had a presence at the Darlington Arts Centre can now be found at The Bridge Centre. It is also the home of other arts-based organisations.
