Castlefield Gallery is a contemporary art gallery and artist development organisation.  It was established in 1984 and has led the way in artist development for over 40 years. They provide creative and career development, exhibition opportunities and commissions for artists and independent creatives. Working from the gallery, off-site, online and in the public realm, they create long-lasting impacts in the city region, North West and beyond. Their national and international activities focus on artist exchange.

The gallery’s public and participation programmes provoke new ways of thinking, bringing together artists, creatives, communities and audiences to explore the art and issues of our time. They believe that when artists and communities come together they can help shape a better world.

They support more than 300 Castlefield Gallery Associates and a host of creatives through person-centred development programmes. Castlefield Gallery New Art Spaces provide affordable making and project space in the North West of England, including on the high street. They are a home for artists & creatives , and say  ‘We are advocates for what they believe in. We believe in the power of new art. We make new art happen.’

Ryan Gander OBE is Castlefield Gallery’s Artist Patron. They are a registered charity, supported by Arts Council England and Manchester City Council.