What to do and see in Greater Manchester, England: The Best Art Galleries

Art with a Heart is the Arts and Heritage Centre for the Community based in Altrincham (registered charity number 1159034). Delivering free events, exhibitions and workshops, there is always something for the family to do when visiting Altrincham. Heritage area includes maps of the Altrincham area dating from 1876, artefacts, transport and industry area. There is also an extensive range of local history books. There are regular art exhibitions and a resident artist who would be more than happy to discuss his latest project. The free Creative area is free to use during opening hours and once a month, Art with a Heart host free Craft and Chat sessions. Finally, before leaving visit the gift shop to purchase a memento of your visit. Funds from these sales are reinvested.

Saul Hay Gallery is a contemporary art gallery and consultancy in Castlefield, central Manchester. Working with emerging and established artists we will present a diverse programme of contemporary painting, drawing, sculpture and photography. At Saul Hay Fine Art you will receive a highly personalised service, always dealing directly with Directors Catherine and Ian Hay. We bring our curatorial skills and our extensive network of relationships with artists to help you in everything from finding you the perfect signature piece to working with you and your designers to bring a collection of work to add those personal finishing touches to your design project. We are able to help source contemporary artworks for residential projects, offices, restaurants or hotels. We will also advise on building a collection over the longer term. Our aim will always be to celebrate the very best of contemporary art from Manchester and beyond.

Contemporary Six is a leading independent art gallery located in the heart of Manchester, opposite the beautiful Town Hall. Established in 2010, the gallery is known for offering a warm and friendly welcome to art enthusiasts, collectors, and new explorers to the city. Visit today and enjoy original works of quality and substance by emerging and internationally acclaimed artists.

The Northern Quarter Gallery is a recent addition to Manchester's exciting Art Scene. The quirky and innovative gallery, design studio and shop is located on the 2nd floor of the world renowned Afflecks situated in the heart of the city's vibrant Northern Quarter. This is a collective of Manchester's most iconic artists also known as the NQ Collective. The gallery showcases work by Paintsayer, Pheonix phusion, Ben Sedman, Jswillis, Slscott, Cjtaylord and many more Manchester Creatives.

The Weavers Factory is a Grade-II listed contemporary art gallery in Saddleworth, Greater Manchester with three art galleries, a gift shop, a workshop, private walled garden and a tea-room for refreshments.

Adorning walls worldwide for the last 17years. See Jessica painting in her gallery/ studio, buy artworks Jewellery and candles. Commission Jessica to paint tour own personal favourite view of place. All utterly unique. Upstairs in the Manchester Craft and Design Centre

From our historical collections to international contemporary art, we aim to bring fresh perspectives, encourage conversation and spark debate. Explore our collections of fine art, spanning six centuries and including many major modern and contemporary pieces. We are famous for 19th century British paintings, particularly our outstanding collection of Pre-Raphaelite works. Our decorative arts collections showcase the artistry, tastes and techniques of every era and culture, from ancient civilizations to today’s designer makers. Our collections of ceramics, silver, glass, furniture and costume are especially fine. We constantly renew and update our collections displays so you should discover something new every time you visit. And, we're free to visit!