South Square Centre

Book Tickets Online

About

South Square is a collection of 19th Century workers cottages, in the old Yorkshire village of Thornton, famous for its Brontë connections and its impressive 20-arch viaduct.

Renovated as a community arts centre in 1982, South Square Centre is now home to ten studio spaces for a variety of artists, as well as a gallery, community spaces, archive, fine art framers, bar and a cafe.

South Square Centre has recently undergone a huge transformation which adds wheelchair and family changing accessible toilets, a new ground floor gallery and an attractive, peaceful community garden space allowing for outdoor workshops and activities.

The centre hosts community events and activities for all ages, including an ongoing workshop programme and provides community spaces available to hire.

It is a thriving destination with a frequently changing programme of quality contemporary visual art by local artists and community groups. There are three galleries to immerse yourself in and all the exhibitions are free.

View AccessAble’s Access Guide to find out about this venue’s accessibility. The guide contains detailed, accurate information which has been put together following a visit to the venue by one of AccessAble’s trained surveyors (link opens in a new window).

Book Tickets

Events

Sunday, 26th November 2023 - Sunday, 24th December 2023

Winter Windows - South Square Thornton Winter Windows TrailSouth Square is proud to present Winter Windows for the Fifth year running! This year Thornton Winter Windows is part of BDisLit, where the village windows are lit up using the theme set by artist Rosie McAndrew. This community event sees Thornton residents, businesses and organisations getting…
more info

Friday, 1st December 2023 - Sunday, 28th January 2024

Art Forms In NatureArt Forms In NatureAn exhibition which invites you to look closer at the South Square Centre.
more info

Friday, 1st December 2023 - Sunday, 28th January 2024

Viewed From A Head In The CloudViewed From A Head In The CloudsThe South Square Centre presents A new exhibition by Rose Jollands.
more info

Facilities

Accessibility

  • Disabled toilets
  • Facilities for hearing impaired
  • Facilities for visually impaired

Booking & Payment Details

  • Free Entry

Map & Directions

South Square Centre

Type:Art Gallery

South Square Centre, Thornton, West Yorkshire, BD13 3LD
Close window

Call direct on:

Tel01274 834747

Opening Times

* Tuesday - Saturday : 10.30 - 15:00
Sunday 12:00 - 15:00

What's Nearby

  1. An independent Art Gallery in the heart of Thornton Village

    0.1 miles away
  2. A brand new experience for Yorkshire. VR Immersion brings HTC Vive, a world of intuitive…

    1.59 miles away
  3. Built in 1904 in Baroque style as an art gallery. Permanent collection of 19th and 20th…

    3.59 miles away
  4. Lister Park was crowned Britain's Best Park in 2006 and is also home to Cartwright Hall…

    3.59 miles away
  1. Northcliffe Park is made up of Northcliffe Woods and Norman Rae Playing Fields. These…

    3.67 miles away
  2. Myrtle Park is home to some of Bradford's most popular events, including the Bingley Show…

    3.81 miles away
  3. Take a walk through St Ives Estate and admire the picturesque lake, woodland and wildlife…

    3.88 miles away
  4. Please note that the museum will temporarily be closed from 5th June 2023-Summer 2024 to…

    3.89 miles away
  5. Impressions Gallery is a charity that helps people to understand the world through…

    3.92 miles away
  6. City Park is a six-acre park in the heart of Bradford which contains the largest man-made…

    3.97 miles away
  7. Victorian cells, court and gallery telling the history policing, crime and punishment in…

    4 miles away
  8. Only by visiting Saltaire United Reformed Church can you fully appreciate its…

    4.19 miles away
  9. Four comprehensive art galleries featuring over 400 works by David Hockney. Grade II…

    4.23 miles away
  10. The Bingley Gallery is a welcoming, artist-run, venue which exhibits, and sells, a wide…

    4.24 miles away
  11. Funzy a unique inflatable theme park located at Leisure Exchange Bradford.

    4.24 miles away
  12. City Centre's hidden jewel set in attractive gardens. Visitors experience a warm…

    4.24 miles away
Previous Next

Related

Plenty at the Square at South Square Centre, Thornton.Plenty at the Square, BradfordImaginative vegetarian/vegan café and picklery in Thornton village serving award winning coffee, proper tea. Plus workshops and foodie events.

South Square CentreThe Watchmaker, BradfordThis award-winning micro pub boasts a handpicked selection of local ales, organic wines and speciality cocktails. A gem of a place that had been sympathetically renovated to show it’s atmospheric heritage is owned by Gareth and Amy Abraham.

Don't Miss

Don't Miss

Don't Miss

Don't Miss

Don't Miss

Don't Miss

Don't Miss