OUR GALLERY / EIN HORIEL

 A historic building in a stunning location-Adeilad hanesyddol mewn lleoliad syfrdanol

Our gallery is the regional hub for Craft and Applied Art in the Capital of Wales. 

​This Grade || listed building displays and sells work by our craft-maker members alongside exhibitions by National and International craft makers and artists

Ein horiel yw'r canolbwynt rhanbarthol ar gyfer Crefft a Chelf Gymhwysol ym Mhrifddinas Cymru.

Mae'r adeilad gradd dau rhestredig yn arddangos ac yn gwerthu gwaith gan ein crefftwyr ochr yn ochr ag arddangosfeydd gan wneuthurwyr ac artistiaid crefft Cenedlaethol a Rhyngwladol
Makers Guild, Wales
Welcome to Makers Guild Wales. We curate, commission and sell unique contemporary objects that are rooted in craftsmanship.
  • Our not for profit ethos and cooperative roots mean that when you buy from us you are supporting Welsh Makers and supporting the promotion and preservation of Craft skills both in Wales and Internationally.
  • Discover our collection when you Visit our gallery to see and buy unique and beautiful handmade craft from Wales, perfectly crafted and exclusively made by our Guild of over 90 makers.
  • For that perfect and unique gift, never massed produced, always an original! Jewellery, Glass, Ceramics and much much more.
  • Birthday Gifts, Christmas presents, whatever the occassion we have the perfectly crafted gift idea, our ever changing stock supplied by our Guild of Makers means we have over 5000 unique pieces of work on display.
  • So when you buy from us you know you are buying direct from a Welshmaker, a small business in their own right!
  • We're in the perfect setting in the cultural heart of Cardiff, just a stones through from Wales Millennium Centre. We are open 10.30 until 5.30pm everyday of the week

"Great gallery space with beautiful art pieces, from jewellery to pottery. With things to buy in wide price range. They do excellent workshops too." June 2019

"A wide variety of art work from Wales artisans. Everything from jewelry to pottery to fabrics too. Local authors are showcased in a selection of books. Helpful staff add to the pleasant experience. A must stop shop for art collectors." Sept 2018

As a Charity our aim is to Inspire, Support and Celebrate.

  • Inspiring craft engagement - The Guild inspires engagement and learning about contemporary craft, by providing opportunities for audiences and artists to experience contemporary applied art and craft in Wales.
  • Supporting Welsh craft makers- The Guild is a membership organisation of Welsh craft-makers who all share in the Guilds strong co-operative ethos.
  • Celebrating craft excellence- Championing high quality hand-made crafts and applied art in Wales both of its members work and of invited National and International Artists and Makers.
Unique Heritage Building
Our gallery is housed in Grade || listed Building. The 'D-Shed', is one of the last remaining Cast Iron mid-nineteenth century buildings in Cardiff Bay. 

Where we are
Opposite Wales Millennium Centre and close to the iconic Senedd Building. From here we curate and host a programme of the finest National and International exhibitions, along with craft workshops, community based projects and sessions for Schools, Colleges and Universities. ​
​We are located on the “Flourish” at the south end of Lloyd George Avenue in Cardiff Bay, directly opposite Wales Millennium Centre.
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about the 'd shed'

Our gallery is an award-winning, Grade-2 listed heritage building, being short-listed for a RIBA award and receiving a “highly commended” at the British Archaeology Awards.one of the last remaining mid-nineteenth century buildings in Cardiff Bay and has a Grade II listing. 
Read more about the 'D-Shed'

Gallery & room hire

Hold your next event at our Grade 2 listed gallery
​We offer gallery and conference room hire suitable for events, conferences, and meetings with marvellous views over the Wales Millennium Centre.
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 ​Find out more about our hire packages