Welcome to the Burnham Art Trail 2026
20 – 28 June
Now in its 22nd year, the Burnham Art Trail is a week-long celebration of creativity, showcasing the work of artists and makers across Burnham-on-Crouch and beyond. Each summer, shops, cafés, studios and public spaces are transformed into galleries, offering a unique opportunity to explore art in unexpected places.
Alongside the trail, a lively fringe programme runs throughout the week, with film screenings, talks, quizzes and performances by local musicians, creating even more opportunities to engage with the town’s creative community.
Beyond the Art Trail itself, a year-round programme of exhibitions in local cafés showcases work by Burnham Art Trail artists, bringing art into everyday spaces and offering more opportunities to discover and enjoy their work throughout the year.
Whether you’re a local resident, a day visitor, or an artist joining us from further afield, the Burnham Art Trail is a wonderful way to experience the creativity and community spirit that make our town so special.
You can find full details of events and exhibitions on the What’s On and Art at the Café pages.
Burnham on Crouch
Burnham on Crouch has a vibrant arts scene and has been home to many artists over the years. Our annual art trail showcases local creative talent, featuring the works of painters, sculptors, photographers and makers. The town’s quayside and historical architecture have drawn artists to its charm, while the tranquility of the Dengie Peninsula offers quiet inspiration in its countryside and wide open coastal views.
This unspoilt Essex town boasts a rich maritime heritage, having transformed from a ferry port and fishing village into a celebrated centre for yachting. Its deep connection to the sea is reflected in the charming quayside, boatyards, marina and yacht clubs who host sailing events throughout the year.
Burnham offers other activities besides watersports, with birdwatching and riverside walks being high on the list. The High Street retains a lot of its character and features independent shops, cafés and restaurants, contributing to the town’s lively atmosphere.
Burnham Art Trail would like to say “Thank you” to our funders, Maldon District Council, Burnham Town Council, Essex Community Foundation and the Fowler Smith & Jones Trust (FSJ).
Maldon District Council and FSJ have provided us with very generous funding to buy display screens to enable three of our local Art Clubs to join the Trail with their exhibitions. At the end of our Trail, these screens will become a public resource available to other community groups.
Essex Community Foundation has kindly supported our costs in producing our information booklet, in which you can find full details of each of the main Trail artists as well as all the fringe events and exhibitions. Pick one up at many of the outlets in Town.
Burnham Town Council has not only funded some of our basic operational costs, they have given over some of their larger spaces for our exhibitions and provided constructive support throughout our planning processes. We were delighted to receive one of their annual civic awards in April this year.
How to get here
Yachtsmen will already be very familiar about how to reach Burnham. However, it is also easily reached by both road and train. Or you could take to the water and try the ferry!
The scenic Crouch Valley line is operated by Greater Anglia. www.greateranglia.co.uk
Buses services, 31X from Chelmsford via Maldon and D6 from South Woodham Ferrers operate regularly. Within the area the Dengie 100 bus link provides regular mini coach transfer between all parts of the Dengie. www.traveline.info
The Burnham Ferry operates between Essex Marina, Wallasea Island and the Town Quay. Their Dial-a-Ferry runs 6 days a week through the summer months. Check www.burnhamferry.co.uk or call 07704 060482 for latest information on times and prices.
For our first venue, the Burnham Museum, set your Sat Nav to CM0 8AS or for the High Street CM0 8AG.
Enquiries
For questions, further details or to connect with our Team, please email us at info@burnhamarttrail.co.uk
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