This years Annual Open Art Exhibition will take place from Tuesday 1st July 2025 to Sunday 27th July 2025 in the Café Gallery.  As it coincides with the Wolds WORDFest we have chosen the theme of Literature; all entries should have a connection to Literature.

This exhibition is open to everyone and all work submitted will be exhibited, if it follows the strict rules listed below.

If you wish to show your work, please submit an expression of interest via email to cahcevents@gmail.com by 14th May – you will receive a response confirming your space with a booking form to be completed. This should be delivered when you drop off your artwork.

Your artwork should be brought to the Centre during opening hours on Sunday 29th June 2025. There is a non-refundable entry fee of £20, payable upon delivery of the work.
The exhibition will be open from Tuesday 1st July - Sunday 27th July 2025, with a Meet the Artists event on 11th July.

The rules are as follows:

• Min of two (2), max of four (4) allowed per person – they must all fit within an allocated space of 100cm x 100cm.

• All work must be framed and no bigger than 50cm x 50cm including the frame.

• All work must be original - i.e. not copied from someone else's work or photograph.

• All work must have 'D' rings attached approx. 2 inches below from the top of the frame, facing inwards (see image below). There is no need for wire or cord for our hanging purposes; although the buyer might appreciate some.

Full entry details on our website.
We look forward to seeing all your entries!

This Exhibition runs between Wednesday 30th April until 10th June 2025

This exhibition shows pictures worked in different mediums including acrylic, pencil, oils, pastels and watercolours. 

Diane is a well-known artist who has exhibited in various galleries around England & Scotland. 

Diane’s’ work is inspired by nature, particularly animals in the wild, and of the power of coastal waters. She has lived by the sea all her life and is still amazed by this force of nature and its beauty. 

Come along and Meet the Artist on Tuesday 29th April 2025 between 6pm & 8pm

Between

Friday 25th April and Wednesday 11th June 2025 

Jane’s mixed media art has blossomed into more than just paintings, it is now a range of products that she is proud of – from beautiful ceramics to heartfelt greetings cards. 

 Jane has always been drawn the rolling hills and charming wildlife of the British countryside, and it’s here where her art finds a home. 

 A range of originals, as well as prints and a selection of Jane’s homewares and greetings cards, will be available to purchase during her exhibition. 

Come along and Meet the Artist on Tuesday 29th April 2025 between 6pm & 8pm

The Centre will remain open over the Easter Break to welcome locals and visitors here to enjoy the joys of Caistor Spring Blooms and well as visiting family and friends.

Call 01472 851605 if you wish to book a table in the cafe

Join us on Thursday 24th April 2025 as we Launch the Silent Book Club

Have you heard about Silent Book Clubs?

As part of Caistor’s Spring Late Night Opening, we invite you to join us as we launch our Silent Book Club on Thursday 24th April 2025 from 6:30 to 9pm.

Join us as we celebrate World Book Night (23rd April ’25) while you relax in the Café or find a cosy spot in the library, to read your book or one of the Quick Reads available to buy on the night.  We will have Coffee & Cake or Wine & Charcuterie Cups available to enjoy while you read!

The rules are simple!

      Find a seat and get comfy!

      We’ll take your order for food, drink and a copy(s) of this year’s World Book Night – Quick Reads

      SILENT reading 7-8pm. No Whispers, no humming, no chitchatting with your neighbour.

      After 8pm, keep reading, visit with a friend, make new friends, talk books!

If you’re not able to make this event just let us know and we will add you to the mailing list so you’ll get an email confirming the date of the next event.

Call 01472 851605 for more info or to reserve your seat.

Make a Date with Cilla… AKA Martha Woodward

Join Martha for another Poetry & Performance Evening here at Caistor Arts & Heritage Centre.

Three poets, readings, music and Blind Date – we absolutely promise you a lorra lorra laughs!

Catherine Scott, a woman with a grudge, is back by popular demand to headline. Come and hear the beautiful voice of Brigg’s Heather McSharry and listen to Michael Galligan as he once again regales us in his own inimitable way, to be sure!

It’s free, fun and on Friday April 4th 2025. You might not be looking for a date, however it is the date you need to put in your diary.

Starts 7:30pm. Ends around 9:00pm.

Brad Dear is a raw folk singer/songwriter from Nottingham. Telling stories about life’s characters, losing yourself, finding yourself and running away, Brad blends his raw and husky vocals into sing along choruses and foot stomping anthems. Brad is joined by Laura from The March.

Tickets available from the Centre 01472 851605 or on Eventbrite - Brad & Laura Tickets, Fri 11 Apr 2025 at 19:00 | Eventbrite

This exhibition is by Katie Veall & Deb Davis. and is in the Gallery Room and runs until 22nd April 2025

Katie is a punch needle artist living in Lincolnshire. She is passionate about this heritage craft, keeping the traditional rug making technique alive through her own unique style.

Deb is textile artist living in Lincolnshire. She creates artwork using collagraph printing and free motion embroidery. Both will be displaying framed art pieces, as well as greetings cards and coasters.

Between 5th March and 22nd April 2025, in our Cafe Gallery.

An exhibition of original watercolour artwork, with some acrylics and oil pastels. Jen draws inspiration from the wild places in Britain, nature and animals.

Jen’s original artwork plus prints will be available to purchase.

During her exhibition, Jen will be hosting a beginners watercolour workshop – this will be held in our exhibition room on 28th March 2025 at 10am – 12.30pm.

The workshop is priced at £25 per person, booking essential.

Book your place at the Centre 01472 851605 or through Eventbrite (fees apply).