Frampton Cotterell Climate & Nature Local Art Exhibition
Frampton Cotterell Parish Council’s Climate & Nature Local Art Exhibition is our annual summer showcase for local artists to share their fantastic nature-themed art.
Everyone is invited to enter Climate & Nature themed artwork in this exhibition– whether you are a seasoned professional, an enthusiastic amateur, or an ambitious beginner, we want to showcase your art. All art mediums are accepted, from poetry to pottery, crochet to collage, wood-carving to weaving …and more!
2025 Exhibition
For the past two years, Frampton Cotterell Parish Council has hosted art exhibitions showcasing the climate & nature themed art of talented local artists – in 2025 we’re going for the hat trick!
This year’s exhibition will be held at The Brockeridge Centre from the 26th to the 31st of August.
Entry to the art exhibition is completely free and all are welcome! Throughout the exhibition week, we will be raising money for Yate Hedgehog Rescue – any donations you can give will be greatly appreciated.
The exhibition will be open from 9AM to 7PM on weekdays, and 10AM to 4PM on the weekend.
2025 Exhibition Week Events
As well as hosting the week-long art exhibition (free entry for all!), we will be organising some special art & nature events during the exhibition week. Fun!
Here are the events we have planned for 2025…
Accessible Bat Talk + optional Bat Walk
Date: Wednesday 27th August, 2025.
Time: Bat Talk at 7:30PM; break for refreshments at 8PM; Bat Walk at 8:15PM to 9PM.
Location: The Brockeridge Centre, BS36 2LQ.
Cost: Free!
Join our resident bat expert, Nature Officer Daisy, as she leads one of her (always extremely popular) bat talks! Learn all about local bats through this fun, friendly, engaging and interactive lecture.
Following the Bat Talk, guests have the option to join Daisy on a Bat Walk through the village to search for local bats!
These Bat Talk events are always very popular, and spaces are limited. Please book in advance to avoid disappointment!
Please be aware that the Bat Walk is dependent on good weather conditions. All events may be subject to change and/or cancellation – in this event, we will notify attendees of any changes via email.
→ Book a place on our “Bat Talk & Walk” ←
Accessibility
We have funding available to provide a BSL interpreter for the Bat Talk upon request.
We have both visual and audio bat detectors available for use during the optional Bat Walk.
We have braille copies of “What Bat is That?” leaflet and an audio guide on identifying bats.
The Brockeridge Centre is accessible for wheelchair users and people with mobility issues.
We will plan the optional bat walk with the aim to cover accessible routes; there will be a section on flat grass which is suitable for many wheelchairs and pushchairs, but if there has been rain these sections may be muddy.
If you have any accessibility requirements, requests or concerns, we encourage and welcome you to contact us on nature@framptoncotterell-pc.gov.uk or 01454 864442. We are dedicated to improving accessibility for all where we can, so please don’t hesitate to get in touch!
Watercolour With Nicky
Date: Thursday 28th August, 2025.
Time: 2 – 4PM.
Location: The Brockeridge Centre, BS36 2LQ.
Cost: Free!
Join local artist Nicky Stone for a guided watercolour session learning how to paint flowers!
This watercolour session will include a complimentary tea and cake break – please let us know if you have any dietary requirements! During the break, you will also get the chance to explore the wonderful local art showcased in this year’s exhibition.
Please be aware that this session is for over 16s only.
→ Book a place on “Watercolour With Nicky” ←
Places are limited so book in advance to avoid disappointment!
Contact Daisy on nature@framptoncotterell-pc.gov.uk or 01454 864442 if you have queries.
Kids’ Nature Crafts With Nicky
Date: Friday 29th August, 2025.
Time: 10:30AM – 12PM.
Location: The Brockeridge Centre, BS36 2LQ.
Cost: Free!
Join local artist, Nicky Stone, to get creative with flower crafts, card making and more!
This children’s craft session will include a tea party break complete with complimentary tea, squash, and cakes. If your child has any dietary requirement, please contact us ahead of time to let us know.
Please be aware that each ticket is for the child only; adults accompanying the child do not need to book a ticket. Please book a place for each child who would like to attend. Places are limited so make sure to book in advance to avoid disappointment.
→ Book a place on “Kids’ Nature Crafts With Nicky” ←
Community Nature Collage: My Garden Visitors
Date: Saturday 30th August
Time: 10am-12pm
Location: The Brockeridge Centre, BS36 2LQ
Cost: Free! No booking required, just come along
We are creating a hedgehog shaped community nature collage using YOUR nature photos!
The theme is “My Garden Visitors”. Bring along a photo or printed picture of nature local to you to add to our community collage. You can bring in the photo any time from the 26th August – 30th August, or bring it on the day to help us stick it all together.
Photos must be no bigger that 6×4 inches. Photos are non returnable as may be cut to size. If you dont have a printer – get in touch and we can help.
We look forward to seeing your garden visitors and creating a fantastic display for the Climate & Nature Art Exhibition!
A big thank you to our hedgehog hero volunteer for creating the hedgehog templated for the collage!