The centre is managed by the Foxlowe Arts Centre Ltd, a registered charity founded to prevent the closure of the site.
The building's architectural features retain original Georgian elements including sash windows and period masonry.
It hosts the annual Leek Arts Festival, which has been a staple of the town's cultural calendar for decades.
The interior includes a dedicated cinema space equipped for high-definition digital screenings.
The garden area is a designated quiet space maintained by local volunteers.
Foxlowe Arts Centre is a multi-purpose creative hub housed within a Grade II listed Georgian building located in the market town of Leek. The venue functions as a community-run space featuring multiple galleries, a cinema, and a theatre for live performances. It serves as an exhibition venue for local and regional visual artists, including paintings, sculpture, and photography. The property includes a café that opens onto a garden with views over the Staffordshire Moorlands. The building's history includes serving as a family home and a former council office before its transition to a non-profit arts trust. It regularly hosts workshops, literary events, and musical performances in its auditorium.
The elevated rear garden balcony offering panoramic views of the surrounding Staffordshire landscape.
Check the online events calendar before visiting to see if your visit coincides with a live theatre or cinema screening.
Visit the upstairs gallery spaces first, as they often feature rotating exhibitions from local Staffordshire artists.
Take advantage of the café's garden seating for expansive views over the Churnet Valley.
Do not assume all galleries are open during private event bookings; check the exhibition schedule in advance.
Closed on Mondays and Tuesdays. The venue may occasionally close partially during private wedding or event bookings.
