Business Details
45 Years
experience
Your Premier Art Gallery in Windermere for Lake District Art
Established in 1981, Cookhouse Gallery has grown from a small Ambleside studio into a renowned art destination across four Lake District towns. Our expertise lies in curating Lake District and contemporary art, including exclusive works by Jeff Sudders, whose career spans decades of capturing the region's landscapes. We combine artistic heritage with modern curation, offering original paintings, prints, and crafts that reflect both traditional and contemporary perspectives. Our team's 36 years of accumulated knowledge ensures informed guidance for collectors and casual buyers alike.Committed to British craftsmanship, we expanded in 2017 with Cook House Crafts, showcasing ceramics, textiles, and glassware inspired by the countryside. With galleries in Ambleside, Bowness-on-Windermere, Windermere, and Keswick, we provide both physical and online access to art that celebrates natural beauty. Our approach balances professionalism with approachability, ensuring every customer finds meaningful pieces to cherish.
Services
Original Paintings
Art Prints
Crafts
Online Sales
Gallery Tours
Details
- Year established: 1981
Highlights and features
- We offer exclusive Lake District artworks by Jeff Sudders since 1981
- Our team has 36 years of accumulated art curation expertise
- We combine traditional landscapes with contemporary artistic perspectives
- We provide both physical gallery experiences and online accessibility
- Our 2017 expansion includes curated British crafts alongside fine art
Services
Original Paintings
We offer exclusive original paintings capturing Lake District landscapes through Jeff Sudders' distinctive style. Our collection includes both contemporary and traditional interpretations, with pieces ranging from intimate studies to grand compositions. Each artwork represents decades of artistic development and regional expertise.
Art Prints
Our curated print collection features Lake District scenes in various styles and formats. These accessible artworks allow customers to own professionally reproduced versions of our most popular paintings, available in multiple size options for different spaces.
British Crafts
Cook House Crafts showcases contemporary British-made items inspired by countryside aesthetics. Our selection includes ceramics, textiles, and glassware created by skilled artisans, combining functionality with artistic expression across price points.
Online Sales
We provide secure online ordering for artworks and crafts with mainland UK delivery options. Customers can browse our full collection digitally, with detailed product information and pricing transparency. Click-and-collect is available from our gallery locations.
Gallery Tours
Our four physical locations offer immersive art experiences across the Lake District. Each gallery provides opportunities to view artworks in person, with knowledgeable staff available to discuss pieces and artists in detail.
People
Jeff Sudders
Gallery Founder
Lake District artist with over 40 years' experience creating exclusive landscape artworks. Established Cookhouse Gallery in 1981 to showcase regional talent and contemporary British art.
Karen
Gallery Team
Experienced art professional managing gallery operations since the business's expansion. Provides expert guidance on artwork selection and curation.
Questions
What types of artwork do you sell?
We offer original paintings, art prints, and contemporary crafts inspired by the Lake District and British countryside.
Do you have physical gallery locations?
Yes, we have four galleries in Ambleside, Bowness-on-Windermere, Windermere, and Keswick.
Can I buy art online?
Yes, our full collection is available for online purchase with mainland UK delivery options.
Are payment plans available?
We accept major credit cards and bank transfers, but don't offer formal payment plans.
Do you frame artwork?
We sell unframed artworks to allow personal presentation choices.
How are artworks packaged?
We use professional art packaging materials to ensure safe delivery of all purchased items.
