Artisans

Arreton Barns is home to a growing community of talented artisans, makers and craftspeople, bringing creativity and traditional skills to the heart of the Isle of Wight.

Explore the artisans at Arreton Barns and discover handmade gifts, artwork, unique creations and traditional crafts made by independent makers. From glass and jewellery to woodwork, ceramics and other creative work, there is plenty to discover as you explore the site.

Many of our artisans are passionate about their craft and enjoy sharing their skills and creativity with visitors. Whether you’re looking for a special gift, a piece of Island artwork or simply enjoy seeing makers at work, the artisans at Arreton Barns offer something different to explore throughout the year.

Rainbow Kingdom at Arreton Barns, Isle of Wight

Rainbow Kingdom Encaustic Art

Discover Rainbow Kingdom Encaustic Art at Arreton Barns, where accomplished artist Lynnette creates amazing pictures using pigmented beeswax and heated tools. Lynnette has over 30 years of experience and specialises in encaustic art, an ancient art form in which wax is melted and worked to create detailed pictures. Come along and watch a free demonstration, where you can see a detailed picture created in around two minutes. Rainbow Kingdom is the main Island supplier for encaustic art materials, and Lynnette also runs encaustic art workshops, with all materials supplied. Please call 07732 485312 for more details and availability. Alongside the...

Sculptglass at Arreton Barns, Isle of Wight

Sculptglass & Remembrance Glass

One of the originals at Arreton Barns, Paul Critchley opened Sculptglass on the same day Arreton Barns opened. Paul and his team of artisan glass makers use traditional tools and methods to create a wide range of handcrafted, sculpted and blown art glass. Discover cute animals, figurative and decorative pieces, and statement art for your home. Looking for something unique? The team welcomes private commissions, working through ideas to create a bespoke glass piece. Sculptglass also offers a discreet remembrance service, encasing human or pet ashes within glass. Open 7 days a week, the studio has both indoor and outdoor...

Fortune Leathercraft

Visit Fortune Leathercraft at Arreton Barns, where Anders creates handcrafted, made-to-measure leather belts and bespoke leather goods using traditional methods. From the on-site workshop, Anders specialises in making and selling handcrafted leather belts, while also carrying out leather repairs and creating bespoke leather goods to order. Fortune Leathercraft comes from a creative line of artisans, with Anders’ father being Mulberry Tree Wood Turnery. Pampered pooches are looked after too, with an excellent array of leather collars and leads for your best friend. Pop into the Fortune Leathercraft workshop to discover traditional leathercraft, handcrafted pieces and bespoke goods.

Isle of Wight Glass Museum

Discover the Isle of Wight Glass Museum at Arreton Barns, home to the largest collection anywhere of handmade art glass produced on the Isle of Wight. With over 1,200 pieces on display across two galleries, the museum celebrates the Island’s glassmaking heritage alongside a growing collection of other British contemporary glass makers and European Art Deco glass. The Studio gallery showcases the design and craftsmanship of the Island’s many studio glass makers, including Isle of Wight Studio Glass, Sculptglass, Glory Art Glass and Alum Bay Glass, as well as other individual makers. The Art Deco gallery specialises in French, German...

The Chad Powell Gallery & Shop

Discover the work of photographer Chad Powell at Arreton Barns, where the beauty of the Isle of Wight’s landscapes, coastline and night skies inspires his photography. Chad enjoys combining the Island’s diverse land and coastal elements with the infinite beauty of the stars to capture scenes that can appear surreal. The Isle of Wight’s low light pollution, small towns and southern coastal location provide some of England’s darkest skies. Much of what Chad photographs is visible to the naked eye, while long exposures and a light-sensitive camera reveal additional colour and detail in his images. The Chad Powell Gallery &...

Snoot Box

Snoot Box at Arreton Barns is dedicated to keeping dogs happy and healthy, with a wide range of natural treats made for even the most sensitive stomachs. Their branded treats are free from gluten, grain, dairy, soya, wheat and artificial colours, flavours, additives and preservatives. Suitable from 8 weeks old, the treats can be enjoyed from puppyhood through to senior years. Alongside natural dog treats, Snoot Box offers a selection of fun toys and practical accessories, including stylish velvet leads, harnesses and collars. They also stock complete cold-pressed dog food suitable for dogs of all ages and breeds. Pop into...

Thomas P Cochran

Discover Thomas P Cochran at Arreton Barns, a family-run business creating handmade solid sterling silver jewellery inspired by the ocean. The jewellery designs are created from moulds of original shells found on beaches in England or Mauritius, including shells received as gifts from friends. Using the lost wax method, pieces are cast in solid sterling silver and gold before being hand-finished in the workshop. The collection ranges from fun boho designs to glamorous statement pieces, with semi-precious stones also featuring in newer designs. Thomas P Cochran also has a collection for men, including the popular whale tail bracelet, available with...

Isle of Wight Stone Creations

Located around the green at Arreton Barns, Isle of Wight Stone Creations offers a variety of hand-cast and hand-painted stone pieces for the home and garden. The range includes garden ornaments, football plaques, welcome plaques and personalised animal memorials, providing a choice of decorative and personalised pieces. The stone ornaments are suitable for both indoors and outdoors, thanks to being fully weatherproof. Visit Isle of Wight Stone Creations at Arreton Barns to explore the selection of hand-cast, hand-painted stone ornaments, plaques and personalised memorials.

Crystal Karlz

Discover a beautiful selection of gemstones, crystals and minerals at Crystal Karlz at Arreton Barns, alongside a wonderful range of wearable pieces and unique treasures. Whether you’re drawn to the natural beauty of gemstones and minerals or looking for something special to wear or take home, Crystal Karlz offers plenty to discover. Take your time exploring the selection of crystals, gemstones and minerals, as well as the range of wearable pieces and unique treasures available at Crystal Karlz. Located at Arreton Barns on the Isle of Wight, Crystal Karlz is a lovely place to browse for something a little different.

Gordy's Wood Co.

Discover Gordy’s Wood Co. at Arreton Barns, creating unique wooden gifts from the Isle of Wight using reclaimed timber sourced from Ryde Pier, built in 1814. Each piece has a special connection to the Island’s heritage, with historic timber transformed into distinctive handmade wooden gifts and keepsakes. From meaningful souvenirs to beautifully crafted wooden pieces, Gordy’s Wood Co. offers something special for anyone who appreciates unique gifts and the story behind them. Based at Arreton Barns on the Isle of Wight, Gordy’s Wood Co. is a great place to discover wooden gifts made using reclaimed timber with a connection to...

Little Art at the Barn

Little Art at the Barn opened at Arreton Barns in April 2021. Visit Little Art at the Barn to discover the work of local artist Garry Hurt in a dedicated studio and gallery setting. Little Art at the Barn adds another creative space to explore when visiting Arreton Barns on the Isle of Wight.

Creaturama

The aliens (and dinosaurs) have landed at Arreton Barns! Creaturama is the incredible work of artist Anthony James, whose masks, costumes and props have appeared in theatrical productions, films and on television. Anthony creates creatures, aliens and dinosaurs from recycled materials, with his work regularly seen on the BBC’s Blue Peter and most recently on CBeebies’ Junk Rescue. His dinosaurs have also appeared in the Jurassic World movie franchise. Based at Arreton Barns on the Isle of Wight, Creaturama features an exhibition of over 30 alien and dinosaur models and costumes, alongside unique original fine art, fine art prints, gifts...

Isle of Wight Studio Glass

IW Chamber of Commerce Tourism & Leisure Business of the Year Isle of Wight Studio Glass – Award winning & world renowned, relocated to its new studio at the very top of Arreton Barns, above the pond and church in 2013. A family business, with 2nd generation Master Glassmaker / Designer Timothy Harris the studio continues to create one of the world’s great decorative and functional studio glass products. Founded in 1973 in its original studio, based in St. Lawrence, on the southern coast of the Isle of Wight by Timothy’s father Michael Harris. The studios tradition of excellence is...

The Craft Cabin

Discover The Craft Cabin, one of the longest-serving artisans at Arreton Barns, where Nina creates a charming selection of handmade products. Browse personalised greeting cards and gift tags, along with handcrafted button dolls, flower pot dolls and miniature decorative fences. Jewellery lovers can discover sterling silver earrings and necklaces featuring handmade glass beads, while hand-decorated wooden boxes, hearts, coasters and pictures feature whimsical fairies and woodland animals. The Craft Cabin also showcases handmade work from Nina’s family, including soft toys made by her mum Jean and traditional corn dollies crafted by her aunt Pat using locally grown rye and straw....

Squirrels Den Collectables

Located at the top of Arreton Barns, near The Shipwreck Centre & Maritime Museum, Squirrels Den Collectables is a hidden gem filled with quirky and quaint gift ideas. The shop buys and sells an eclectic mix of mostly pre-loved collectable items, with something different to discover around every corner. The range includes coins, books, jewellery, china, curios, gardenalia, home decor, glass sculptures, tools, bottles, stained glass, toys, pictures and much more. Whether you’re a collector or simply enjoy discovering unusual and interesting items, there’s plenty to browse at Squirrels Den Collectables at Arreton Barns. If someone collects it, they want...