News
News
‘Winter Curiosities’ Festive Winter Exhibition 2026 opens on Saturday November 7 featuring new work by Rachel Wright, Hilke MacIntyre, Tamsin Abbott, Sara Piper Heap, Hannah willow, Rachel Bailey, Jemima Jameson, Sallie Wakley and more….
Showcasing an eclectic collection of the best of British Contemporary Fine Arts & Crafts
A huge heart felt thank you from me and all our artists and makers to all our customers who continued to support us through another year, and a warm welcome to everyone who discovered the gallery for the first time in 2025 and all the best for 2026
We have many beautiful works of art to view and purchase online so be sure to take a look at all the fabulous work we are exhibiting and please support our fantastic artists and makers.
At Old Chapel Gallery, every piece is carefully selected for its exceptional quality and craftsmanship. Meticulous attention to detail is at the heart of the curation process, ensuring that each piece meets the highest standards.
We sources the best in handmade British contemporary fine arts & crafts, made by both emerging and established artists and makers.
We’re located in the heart of rural Herefordshire, between Kington and Leominster. Pembridge is a key position on the popular North Herefordshire black and white village trail. Old Chapel Gallery is firmly established as a centre of excellence for casual browsers and serious collectors alike. Lovers of contemporary British arts & crafts can find work by local and nationally established artists and makers, alongside the innovative work of talented newcomers.
Dates for your Diary
November/December 2026
7th November to 31st January - Winter Exhibition, Old Chapel Gallery.
18th November - Pembridge Parish Council Meeting. Pembridge Parish Hall. 7:30pm. All welcome.
20th November - Pembridge CE Primary School Tour for prospective parents 9am. Nursery and School places available. (Nursery age 3+) Booking essential 01544 388 366 or admin@pembridge.dhmat.org.uk
20th November - Exhibition on Screen Whistler Exhibition. 6.30pm for 7pm Tate Britain’s retrospective on film at Pembridge Parish Hall. Licensed bar. Tickets £10. www.pembridgeparishhall.co.uk/footlights-society
21st November - Woodcock Craft Fayre at Pembridge Church, 10am-4pm. Refreshments available. Independent local crafters to kick off your Christmas shopping.
21st November - Coffee Morning at Pembridge Parish Hall 10.30-12 noon. Sponsored by the Parish Hall Committee. Coffee, cakes and conversation. Free - donations invited.
25th November - Derek vs. Derek, 6.30pm for 7pm at Pembridge Parish Hall. Tickets £6 on the door in at www.pembridgeparishhall.
28th November - Wreath Making workshop at Pembridge Parish Hall 10am, 2pm and 5.30pm. £40. Booking essential bearwoodproject@gmail.com
2nd December - Royal Ballet perform “The Nutcracker” at Pembridge Parish Hall 6.45pm for 7.15pm magical Christmas toy store choreography by Peter Wright. Tickets £10 www.pembridgeparishhall.co.uk/footlights-society
4th December - Pembridge Christmas Lights Switch On, 6pm, The Market Hall. Come and join the spectacular array of over 70 Christmas trees light up the highways and byways of Pembridge. Market stalls in the Market Hall and Father Christmas at the New Inn.
4th December - Film “Wicked Little Letters” (15) starring Olivia Colman and Jessie Buckley at Pembridge Parish Hall 6.30pm for 7pm. Tickets £6 www.pembridgeparishhall.co.uk/movie-nights
5th December - Opera the Met’s “Samson & Dalila”. In French with English subtitles. At Pembridge Parish Hall 4.30pm for 5pm. Tickets £10 www.pembridgeparishhall.co.uk/footlights-society
11th December - “Deck the Hall” Christmas Party at Pembridge Parish Hall. 7pm Live music from local band “Bearbridge Knights”, disco and food. Tickets £10. Booking essential. www.pembridgeparishhall.co.uk/events
12th December - Coffee Morning at Pembridge Parish Hall 10.30am -12 noon. Sponsored by Pembridge Church. Coffee, cakes and conversation. Free - donations invited.
19th December - Love to Sing Choir Concert at Pembridge Church. Pembridge Church at 7pm. Tickets £10 on the door.
For more information on events in Pembridge see www.portraitofpembridge.co.uk/events-calendar
If you are organising an event or activity in Pembridge parish, please email details to portraitofpembridge@yahoo.com
Weekly Events in Pembridge
Monday
Pembridge Auction at the Parish Hall. Viewing from 10am bidding starts 3.30pm. see www.pembridgeauction.com, (not Bank Holidays)
Love to Sing Children’s Choir at Pembridge Primary School Hall. 5.30pm-6.30pm £4 per session. Term time only.
Love to Sing Community Choir at Pembridge Primary School Hall. 7pm to 8.30pm. New members’ welcome. £5 per session. Email: Thisgirllovestosing76@gmail.com
Tuesday
Learn to Jive at Pembridge Parish Hall. Beginners welcome. 7.30-8.30pm £6 per person. info@coolmovesdance.co.uk
Wednesday
Self-help Fitness at Pembridge Parish Hall for intermediate and advanced, 9:30am-10:30am.
Thursday
Pride in Pembridge meet Market Square 10am (weather permitting) to help keep Pembridge tidy and colourful. New members welcome. Contact Jan Williams, Secretary on 07485 703096 or email janetfwilliams@icloud.com. For more news about PIPs activities see our Community Groups Page www.portraitofpembridge.co.uk/community-groups.
Village Art Clubs at Pembridge Parish Hall. Beginners and experienced artists welcome, tutored classes. Book at www.villageartclubs.co.uk or call Liz 07938 563716. New term starts 17th September.
Tai Chi 3.45-4.45pm at Pembridge Parish Hall, Booking Essential, hello@goldenthreads.com
Friday
Self-help Fitness at Pembridge Parish Hall for intermediate and advanced, 9:30am-10:30am.
Sunday
Pembridge Runners meet at the Parish Hall 8.45am for 9am. A gentle run to blow away the cobwebs. Cyclists and well behaved dogs welcome.
Church Services
Bearwood Chapel
Evening Service 6.30 pm First, Third and Fifth Sunday of the Month. See our Community Groups page for more information on Bearwood Chapel (https://www.portraitofpembridge.co.uk/community-groups)
St Mary’s Church, Pembridge
See www.arrowvalechirches.org.uk for all services.
Services 11am on 1st, 2nd and 3rd Sunday
Defibrillators
Apologies for an error in our last edition which stated that a defibrillator was in Bearwood, this should have read Broxwood.
For clarity the four defibrillators in the parish are at:
The Parish Hall, Bearwood Lane, Pembridge;
East Street Car Park Toilets, Pembridge;
Telephone Box Broxwood;
The Leen Farm, HR6 9HN.
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