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forthcoming exhibitions
opening hours
Thursday - Sunday
10:30AM - 4:00PM
The art gallery and gift shop
is open Thursday to Sunday
from 10:30am to 4:00pm
Admission to Mill Tye Gallery is FREE.
The art studio is open on Tuesday to Thursday for private art classes and workshops only. On Mondays we are open by appointment.
Telephone 07393 205222
Important Notice
Please note the gallery will be closed from Monday 12th October to Friday 23rd October for essential internal maintenance work. Reopening on Saturday 24th October at 10:30am.
exhibitions
We host a rolling programme of monthly and seasonal exhibitions by printmakers, contemporary artists and makers. From solo showcases to themed group shows, our exhibitions celebrate a wide spectrum of creativity and craftsmanship — presenting accessible, thought-provoking work that connects with our community.
creative event
HOUSE COLLECTIVE
X Suffolk Wildlife Trust
Explore the creative outcomes of HOUSE COLLECTIVE at Mill Tye Gallery this October. Featuring displays, workshops and activities inspired by the East Anglian landscape, this special weekend celebrates young voices, creativity and connection to place.
latest news
News, views, reviews and general gallery chat!
The Mill Remembered: Stories from Sudbury
Heritage Open Days
During Sudbury's Heritage Open Days, former mill workers returned to Mill Tye Gallery to share stories that bring the building's remarkable history to life.
READ 24/09/2026
Captured Light: When Art Becomes an Experience
by Jacqueline Mellor
Explore Captured Light by Dan Hussey & Honor Surie — beautiful handcrafted chairs and atmospheric Suffolk paintings, now showing at Mill Tye Gallery.
READ 15/09/2026
175 Years On: The Enduring Story of Bakers Mill
Discover the 175-year story of Bakers Mill, from Edward Baker’s purchase in 1851 to its enduring legacy and new life as part of the local community.
READ 19/08/2026
Looking ahead to this October
HOUSE COLLECTIVE comes to Mill Tye Gallery this October, bringing young Suffolk creatives together for a weekend of art, making, food, conversation and community.
READ 14/08/2026
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We’d love to see you there!
learn with us
Workshops & Classes
for Autumn - Winter 26
Discover your creativity in a calm, inspiring setting. Our light, airy studio space overlooks the Mill Pond in Mill Tye — just a short walk from Sudbury’s town centre, yet a world away in atmosphere. With tranquil views and a welcoming feel, it’s the perfect place to slow down and make art.
Join small, friendly sessions led by practising artists and makers. From printmaking and drawing to mindful making and textiles, our classes are open to all levels and designed to build confidence, spark imagination, and nurture creative wellbeing.
Gainsborough trail
Follow the Gainsborough Trail to Mill Tye Gallery
Walk along the River Stour from the Kingfisher Leisure Centre to historic Bakers Mill. Follow the scenic trail through meadows and riverside paths to Mill Tye Gallery, a converted mill overlooking the tranquil mill pond—an inspiring stop for art and history lovers.
textiles
Exploring Sudbury Silk
A Textile Workshop with Dorothy Ronaldson.
Step into the rich textile history of Sudbury, famed for centuries as the heart of Britain’s silk weaving tradition.
Date: Tuesday 10th November
Time: 10:00am – 3:00pm
Price: £65 per person
(All materials provided including Sudbury Silks)
The Three Kings:
Gold, Silk & Wonder
A Special Christmas Textile Workshop with Dorothy & Bruce Ronaldson.
The Adoration of the Magi
Join us for a magical day of art, history and textile creativity inspired by one of the most richly depicted stories in Western art.
Date: Tuesday 15th December
Time: 10:00am – 3:00pm
Price: £75 per person
BOOK NOW! — reserve your spot today!
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