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The Photographers’ Gallery

The Photographers’ Gallery
About

The Photographers’ Gallery in Soho is the UK’s foremost centre dedicated to photography, showcasing both historical and contemporary work across three exhibition spaces. Founded in 1971, it was the first public gallery in Britain to focus exclusively on photography, and it continues to champion the medium through innovative exhibitions, commissions, and educational programmes. Located just off Oxford Street, the gallery features a specialist bookshop, café, and a print sales room offering limited-edition works. Its dynamic programme includes solo retrospectives, thematic group shows, and cutting-edge explorations of image-making in the digital age. Admission is free on Fridays after 5pm, making it an accessible and inspiring destination for photography lovers.

London United Kingdom
Location

The Photographers’ Gallery is located at 16-18 Ramillies Street, London, W1F 7LW, right in the vibrant Soho area of London's West End. Housed in a spacious former textiles warehouse, this gallery is the largest public gallery in London dedicated solely to photography. It offers a diverse range of exhibitions featuring both emerging and established photographers, alongside a bookshop, café, print sales gallery, and multiple exhibition spaces across several floors. Nearby, visitors can easily access Oxford Circus Underground station, just a short walk away, connecting to the Bakerloo, Central, and Victoria lines. The gallery sits close to bustling Oxford Street, renowned for its shopping and vibrant atmosphere. Soho itself is a lively cultural hotspot filled with theaters, restaurants, bars, and independent shops. The location provides a rich urban experience blending contemporary art with the dynamic energy of central London. The gallery is part of the Soho Photography Quarter, an outdoor pedestrianized space enhancing the cultural ambiance with ambient lighting and greenery. This setting not only supports photography but also invites visitors to explore the thriving cultural landscape of Soho.

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