Turner, Margate

Arts, Culture and Entertainment

Family

Accessibility

* Current Opening Times (until 27th October): Tuesday - Sunday 10am-5pm *

* Autumn CHANGEOVER details... The gallery will be fully closed between 27th and 31st October 2025. The upstairs galleries and Clore Learning Studio will be closed between the 1st and 21st November 2025 *

* The Louie On Sea cafe will be open Wednesday-Sunday 11am–3pm during the 1st – 21st November changeover *

* The new Bridget Riley exhibition opens at 2pm on Saturday 22nd November, when the gallery switches to the opening times of Wednesday – Sunday 11am–5pm *

Turner is an internationally-renowned Gallery showing contemporary and historical art.

In a striking building designed by award-winning architect Sir David Chipperfield, Turner presents a rolling programme of temporary exhibitions, events and learning opportunities.

With stunning views over Margate Sands and free entry to all exhibitions, Turner makes great art accessible to all. Visit today to be inspired.

Since opening, the Gallery has exhibited the work of countless international artists, including Turner Prize nominees and winners Antony Gormley, Tracey Emin, Jeremy Deller, Grayson Perry, Yinka Shonibare, and Paula Rego...

Find out What's On

A shop and outdoor terrace are available for visitors to enjoy during Gallery opening hours. The Gallery is also available for venue hire.

Cafe: Louie On Sea is open 10am-5pm, Tuesday – Sunday plus Bank Holidays, serving brunch, lunches, cakes and cocktails using seasonal and locally-sourced menu choices.

Turner’s world-class learning programme includes educational activities, events and projects using hands-on exploration and philosophical enquiry. The Gallery welcomes hundreds of school children and groups every week. Call 01843 233000 or click here to find out more about educational group visits and how Turner can help you to get the most out of them.

* Louie On Sea will be open Wednesday-Sunday 11am–3pm during the 1st – 21st November changeover *

Free Family Highlight Tours: Free tours for families every Saturday at 11.30am in the Sunley Gallery, lasting approximately 30 minutes. Explore as a family with a free Tour, designed especially with young families in mind, and packed full of exciting activities to get you engaging with the artwork in new ways. All ages are welcome, but most suited to families with children aged 12 years and under.

Free Exhibition Highlight Tours: Free tours every Friday at 11.30am in the Sunley Gallery, lasting approximately 30 minutes. Discover hidden gems from our current exhibition, by joining one of the Engagement Assistants for a guided tour. Learn interesting facts, insights, and stories behind the artworks from the current exhibition.

Nearby parking available behind the RNLI Lifeboat Station - 1hr £1.75, 2hrs £3.50, 3hrs £5.25, 4hrs £7.55, 15hrs £9.30

Access Information

The gallery is fully wheelchair accessible with an outdoor ramp and lift serving both floors.
Wheelchairs are available for visitors. Please contact gallery ahead of your visit if you would like to book one. Portable stools are also available. Please ask a member of staff upon arrival if you would like to use one.
Large print text, magnifying sheets and audio versions of exhibition text are available. Ask a member of staff for more information.
Guide dogs, hearing dogs and assistance dogs are welcome in the gallery.

For more Accessibility visit information, click here

For access support please contact gallery ahead of your visit: access@turnercontemporary.org | 01843 233025 (operated daily 10am – 5pm)