Solihull Arts Complex

The Courtyard Gallery and Art Space is an exhibition space as well as an area for creative activities situated at the centre of The Core in Solihull. During the opening hours of exhibition there will be regular classes and activities taking place in the Courtyard which will make it a vibrant space throughout the week with diverse audience and user base. 

If you are interested in holding an event or activity as part of your exhibition, for example an artist talk, demonstration or workshop we would look to accommodate such an activity as part of the programme. Please discuss any plans either at time of booking or at least a month prior to your exhibition opening. 

Exhibiting in the Courtyard

The space will predominantly be used for wall based work, with a limited number of display cabinets. Any plinths or display stands are to be provided by the artist and the positioning and security of floor based work will need to be agreed with the venue's staff on the day on installation. 

Gallery Wall Dimensions

The Gallery walls take up the rear half of the Courtyard with the rear wall being 12 metres long and the two side walls being 6 metres long. Height of walls for exhibiting on is approximately 4 metres.

Venue Hire

The hire period is three-week hire (20 days) unless agreed separately with the Venue Management.

The hire fee will be payable on invoice which will be issued during the hire period.

Hire periods commences on a Tuesday and finish on a Monday.

Installation and take down times

Work should be mirror plated unless another hanging mechanism is agreed at time of booking. Velcro and sticking pads are not allowed in the space.

Opening Times

The Courtyard Gallery opening hours are as follows:

The Courtyard Gallery will also be open when there is an evening performance in the Theatre or Studio. 

Sales of work

Artists and hirers will be responsible for the sales process of their own work on a no commission basis. The venue cannot manage any sales, sales instruction leaflets can be left with Box Office staff to pass on to visitors.

The Courtyard Gallery Hire Information Download

To hire the Courtyard Gallery and Art Space for an exhibition, event or activity please contact the venue:

Tel: 0121 704 6961 / 0121 704 6996

e-mail: hirethevenue@solihull.gov.uk