Art in The Square

Art in The Square returns to Market Square (Kipper Alley) on Sunday 6 December, the final outdoor art market of the year. It's run by Salisbury Arts Scene, and it's been a regular fixture on the first Sunday of each month from March through to December since the summer of 2020.

The format is straightforward: artists and makers from Salisbury and the surrounding area set up their own galleries for the day, so you buy original work directly from them and can chat about it while you're there. It's as much about the people as the art, and it's a good spot to see what's being made right here in the city. Alongside the stalls, there's live music playing and barista-style coffee and homemade treats on hand, so it works as a slow morning out as much as a shopping trip.

There's also a creative side to the day. The 'Have a Go' art workshops are pitched at all ages and abilities, welcoming beginners alongside experienced artists, so you can have a go yourself rather than just looking. The market also doubles as a platform for professional and amateur artists, including students and graduates, to show their work to a wider crowd.

Coordinator Sally Edwards describes it as an ideal place to start Christmas shopping with something original. Entry is free, and the 'Have a Go' art sessions are £5 each.