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The Bluecoat Display Centre is a nationally and internationally recognised contemporary craft and design gallery that has been established since 1959. We sell, exhibit and promote over 350 selected contemporary craftspeople each year working in a broad variety of media.

Featured Collections

Explore new and featured work recommended by our team.

Eva Radulova

Featured Maker Collection

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Weddings & Special Occasions

Handmade engagement, wedding and commitment rings, bridal jewellery, textile accessories and paper decorations to help you craft the perfect occasion.

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Gift Registry

A collection of homewares, textiles and more which have been specially selected as gifts for those significant occasions in your life, including weddings and anniversaries.

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Staff Selections

A range of our favourite pieces selected by the Bdc team

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Summer Edit

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Customer Testimonials

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Blog Posts

Cadeaux

Cadeaux

10 June – 26 August 2023 Introducing the Bdc gift registry collection This summer, we are delighted to launch a collection of homewares, jewellery, textiles and more which have been specially selected as gifts for those significant occasions in your life, including weddings and anniversaries. Whether you’re planning your dream wedding, eloping for an intimate ceremony or celebrating your 50th anniversary, we have a carefully curated...

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Bruno Schooling

Bruno Schooling

June 2023 Manchester Metropolitan University Graduate Award 2022 Bruno is a multidisciplinary object maker, with an inquisitive, process-driven approach to materials and making. His ongoing, practice-based research project; Ground, has been an exploration of how cooking and craft practices are intrinsically linked through provenance and place. This sensitive body of work hopes to engage his audience with the importance of a circular approach to working, not only...

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Easter 2023 Opening Hours

Easter 2023 Opening Hours

10am – 5.30pm    Thursday 6 April 12 noon – 5pm      Friday 7 April 10am – 5.30pm     Saturday 8 April CLOSED              Sunday 9 April 12 noon – 5pm      Monday 10 April 10am – 5.30pm     Tuesday 11 April It is advisable to visit via our College Lane Entrance as the Bluecoat main building hours may vary. Online orders placed after...

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