The Octagon Visual Arts Centre is based in the Castle School, Thornbury.

It was established as part of the school's successful bid to become a specialist visual arts college, and to be recognised as a centre of excellence for the delivery of the visual arts.

The new octagonal facility consists of a teaching space and a gallery that is for school and community use.

Our aim is to bring to Thornbury a selection of exhibitions, which will both reflect and enlighten the wider community.

The Gallery at the Octagon Visual Arts Centre will be open during exhibitions Monday - Friday, 10am - 5pm.

Visiting groups should phone ahead.

Life Drawing Classes

If you would like to take part in life drawing classes we run a group for adults at the school every Monday. The tutor is Stella Pole, all abilities are welcome and materials provided. £24 for 6 sessions. 6pm-8pm. Contact Andrea Hazlehurst to reserve a place.

Festive Fivers Thank you

Thank you to everyone who contributed art work and supported ‘Festive Fivers ’07’. You helped to raise £700 from the sale of artwork and the raffle. The money has gone to the charity Crisis.