Maidenhead & Windsor

Windsor MP Adam Afriyie will officially open the popular Windsor Contemporary Art Fair in November – and renowned Harry Potter illustrator Cliff Wright will hold workshops throughout the weekend of the fair from Friday November 9 to Sunday November 11.

It’s third time around for the prestigious art event – and it’s bigger and better than ever, with a new and larger venue, more exhibitors and an extra day reflecting the fair’s growing popularity.

This year’s fair – sponsored by Windsor and Eton Town Partnership - boasts:

· a new “home” at Windsor Racecourse following a move from its original venue of Windsor’s Christopher Wren Hotel
· a record number of more than 50 exhibitors from all over the country presenting a range of artwork from sculpture, fine art, glasswork, printing and photography
· an extra day in response to increased interest in the event.

Local artists will rub shoulders with artists from all over the country at the three-day event, which is once again raising funds for The Prince’s Trust with a sale of miniature canvases. The event also provides a showcase for many artists who have benefited from the work of the Trust.

During the weekend there will be wine-tasting sessions, “Harry Potter” workshops run by illustrator Cliff Wright and a café for visitors.

Cllr Colin Rayner, chairman of the Windsor and Eton Town Partnership, said: “We are delighted to be able to host such a prestigious event here in the Royal Borough for the third year running. We are pleased that our local MP can open the fair and I hope as many people as possible will make time to support all the artists.

“There really will be something for everyone, from serious art lovers and collectors to those with a new-found interest in art.”
The fair will be held at Royal Windsor racecourse, Maidenhead Road, Windsor, from Friday November 9 to Sunday November 11 from 10am to 5pm each day. Tickets (including a catalogue) are £5 on the door, with £4 concessions – under-12s go free).

For further information about the fair, contact Deborah James or Sarah McAllister on 01753 542869 or email info@windsorcontemporaryartfair.co.uk

The Royal Borough of Windsor and Maidenhead