The Base is a purpose-built visual arts and craft building, created in partnership with Greenham Trust and the Corn Exchange. The £1.7M building was designed by Sutton Griffin architects, based in Newbury.
The Gallery
The 110sqm gallery is fitted with specialist heating and humidity controls, enabling The Base to attract high quality touring exhibitions. The windowless space enables precise lighting control, enabling the art works to take centre stage.
The Lookout Studio
This 40sqm room, based on the first floor, is a light and bright workshop space, perfect for participatory arts classes. Participant numbers can vary between 8 and 15 depending on the activity and the programme offers something for a variety of ages across many disciplines.
Artists’ Studios
There are 8 artists in residence all working professionally in the local area. The Base is proud to champion both visual arts and craft makers in this space and the studios all have an open feel to them to enable visitors to engage in the art-making process.