Westover Gardens Art and Makers Market brings local artists, designers and independent makers to Bournemouth’s Lower Gardens between May and October. Visitors can browse original artwork, jewellery, ceramics, homeware, accessories and handmade gifts in an attractive outdoor setting close to The Square and seafront. The market is free to visit and normally operates on weekends and advertised bank holidays, although visitors should check the organiser’s latest dates before travelling.
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May - October
11:00-17:00
Westover Gardens Art and Makers Market is an established open-air showcase for local artists, designers and independent creative businesses.
The market can trace its history back more than 60 years and was previously known as the Pine Walk Art Exhibition. Today, it combines original artwork with a broader collection of handmade and artisan products.
Its position in the Lower Gardens makes it easy to combine the market with Bournemouth’s shops, cafés, gardens and seafront.
The selection changes according to the artists and makers attending, but visitors may find:
Visitors can often speak directly to the person who created each item, learn more about their work and purchase original pieces at a range of prices.
Not every trader attends each date, so particular products cannot be guaranteed.
Paid parking is available in several Bournemouth town-centre car parks. Options within walking distance include Winter Gardens, the Bournemouth International Centre, Bath Road and other central parking facilities.
Parking prices, opening times and payment arrangements vary. Check BCP Council’s current parking information and the signs at your chosen car park before leaving your vehicle.
Westover Gardens is close to Bournemouth Square and the main town-centre bus stops. Numerous services connect central Bournemouth with Boscombe, Southbourne, Westbourne, Christchurch, Poole and surrounding areas.
Temporary diversions can affect where buses stop, so check the current route information before travelling.
Bournemouth railway station is approximately one mile away. Visitors can continue to the gardens by bus, taxi or on foot.
The market is held outdoors along Pine Walk in the Lower Gardens. The surrounding gardens have paved pedestrian routes, but surfaces, temporary stalls and weather conditions may affect accessibility.
The market can become busy, particularly during sunny weekends and bank holidays. Visitors with specific access requirements should contact the organiser or BCP Council before travelling.
Accessible toilets and Shopmobility services are available elsewhere in Bournemouth town centre.
Westover Gardens Art and Makers Market usually operates from May until October, with advertised sessions running from 11am until 5pm.
As this is an outdoor market, poor weather or operational changes may affect individual dates. Check the market’s official Instagram page shortly before making a special journey.
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