Exhibition for artists to showcase their work – entries on any theme accepted from artists over the age of 16 based in the North West, North Wales, and Cheshire’s bordering counties.

Online submissions open Monday 21 September 2026 and close Sunday 15 November 2026
Exhibition opens 6 February to 4 July 2027

There are two rounds of judging: the first to select entries; the second to select prize winners.

First round entry is online, via the form on our website [westcheshiremuseums.co.uk]. If online entry is a barrier to you, please get in touch by email or phone to discuss how we can help.

If you are successful, you will be invited to bring your work/s to the Grosvenor Museum on 22 or 23 January 2027 for prize judging. Works may by submitted by post or courier, or brought in yourself. More guidance will be provided if successful.

PRIZES
1st £1,000
2nd £500
3rd £250
Visitors’ Choice £150

SELECTORS
Jessie Petheram, Senior Curator, West Cheshire Museums
Georgina West, Community Programme Manager, Storyhouse
Maria Hayes, Education Officer, Ruthin Craft Centre
Vicky Lewis, Textile artist