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The Autumn colours are wonderful in Grasmere but s The Autumn colours are wonderful in Grasmere but sadly we will be leaving them behind and closing our doors once again tomorrow evening (Mon 2nd Nov). We’d like to say a big thank you to everyone who has supported and taken an interest in us over recent months and we hope to be open again, all being well, on 2nd December. In the meantime we hope you and your families all keep safe and well in these challenging times.
Matthew's workshop is almost overflowing with love Matthew's workshop is almost overflowing with lovely new pieces of antique furniture, waiting be restored for sale in the gallery later this year. #beckstepsgallery #lakedistrict #grasmere #gallery #visitcumbria #antiques #antiquefurniture #restoringfurniture #woodworking #busyworkshop
Taking the scenic route to Ambleside from Grasmere Taking the scenic route to Ambleside from Grasmere, with a view over the Langdale Pikes at sunset. #ilovethelakedistrict #langdalepikes #visitcumbria #beckstepsgallery #grasmere #ambleside #lakedistrict #lakedistrictgallery #autumn
Hello again and welcome to all the new followers w Hello again and welcome to all the new followers who are taking an interest in us. We haven’t been posting much lately because we’ve been busy re-organising the gallery post-lockdown and meeting lots of new visitors. We’re delighted to have found some great new artists and makers and are enjoying displaying and selling their work. #grasmere #gallery #visitthelakes #ilovethelakedistrict #postlockdown #beckstepsgallery #cumbria #gifts #handmade #artisan
It’s a scorching day here in the Lake District t It’s a scorching day here in the Lake District today and lots of people are enjoying the sunshine. Here is a view of Thirlmere looking towards Grasmere where our gallery is located. #lovewhereyoulive #lakedistrict #ilovethelakedistrict #grasmere #thirlmere #gallery #supportsmallbusiness #summer #artgallery #placestovisit #cumbria
We’ve been moving things around a bit in the gal We’ve been moving things around a bit in the gallery so we thought we’d share how it’s looking at the moment. #ilovethelakedistrict #visitcumbria #grasmere #grasmereart #grasmeregallery #lakedistrict #localartist #thingstodointhelakes #supportsmallbusiness #herdwicksheep #giftideas #sculpture #interiordesign #art
It’s been a quiet couple of weeks in Grasmere, b It’s been a quiet couple of weeks in Grasmere, but folk are slowly drifting back now and we’re very pleased to see them. Friday was rather wet and wild here, so we took the opportunity to work on our window displays. #grasmere #lakedistrict #supportlocal #supportlocalbusiness #gifts #art #ceramics #jewellery #greetingscards #antiques #cumbria #cumbrialife #lovethelakes #windowdisplay
It’s a rare thing that there aren’t any people It’s a rare thing that there aren’t any people or cars outside the gallery, so we thought we’d take the opportunity to take a couple of photos early this morning. We’re very pleased to be open again, but after three months away spent most of yesterday trying to remember where we’d put things and how to work the tills....! A big thank you to the lovely friends and customers who came in to see us yesterday, it was really great to see you and also good to see Grasmere slowly and carefully starting to open up again. Here’s hoping there are better times ahead for everyone. #grasmere #lakedistrict #supportsmallbusiness #beckstepsgallery #lovethelakedistrict #gettingbacktonormal #gettingbacktowork #cumbrianartist #ceramics #jewellery #interiors #antiquesforsale
There's always one sheep that refuses to be rounde There's always one sheep that refuses to be rounded up, isn't there. These gorgeous ladies are the latest additions to the Beck Steps Gallery flock and here you see them preparing to travel north to Grasmere last Saturday evening. They've settled into the gallery now and hopefully they'll be heading off to lovely new homes before too long! #grasmere #lakedistrict #sheep #footstools #interiors #beckstepsgallery #lockdownlifting #supportsmallbusiness
Well, it's been a long, long time, but we're very Well, it's been a long, long time, but we're very pleased to say that we'll be re-opening the gallery on Monday 15th June, with all the necessary safety and social distancing measures in place. We're looking forward to welcoming customers back inside, but we may be operating reduced hours to start with, so if you're making a special trip to see us, please ring 07899 820921 to make sure we'll be there. We hope to be back to our normal hours by early July, when all the hotels, cafes etc are currently due to open again. Hope to see you soon! #grasmere #lakedistrict #beckstepsgallery #gettingbacktonormal #gettingbacktowork #art #lakedistrictcrafts #cumbrianart #gallery #lookingforwardtothefuture #crafts #antiques #ceramics #artisan
Sometimes, on a sunny afternoon, it's just nice to Sometimes, on a sunny afternoon, it's just nice to...relax. Teddy (Matthew's mum's dog) sets a great example of how best to do it. #grasmere #lakedistrict #dogs #bigdogs #stbernards #sleepingdogs #relaxation #sunnydays☀️ #lovedogs
The gallery may be closed at the moment, but durin The gallery may be closed at the moment, but during lockdown Matthew has been busy in his workshop making and restoring lots of lovely new things for when we're able to re-open. Today it's handmade, inlaid wooden frames for mirrors in a variety of interesting woods, including Elm, Padauk, Purpleheart and Wenge. We're looking forward to getting back to Grasmere and getting them up on the walls! #grasmere #lakedistrict #handmade #mirrors #woodenmirrors #gallery #beckstepsgallery #becksteps #decor #interiors #interiordesign
The first rose to bloom in our garden this year - The first rose to bloom in our garden this year - bright and beautiful - a little something to lift the spirits in these strange times. #grasmere #lakedistrict #roses #gardening #orangeroses #liftingspirits #lockdowngardening #gallery #beckstepsgallery #becksteps
Gallery dog Wilfred is celebrating his 15th birthd Gallery dog Wilfred is celebrating his 15th birthday by basking in the sunshine today. He's looking forward to getting back to his bed behind the counter, from where he ensures we're all at his beck and call and graciously accepts admiration (and biscuits) from customers. Let's hope it's not too long before we can get back to Grasmere. #grasmere #lakedistrict #lurchers #becksteps #beckstepsgallery #sunnydays #birthdaydogs #olddogs
Along with most of the retailers in Grasmere, we c Along with most of the retailers in Grasmere, we closed yesterday. We hope it won't be too long before we can open again and send our best wishes to all our lovely customers, supporters and all the very talented artists, makers and craftspeople who provide beautiful work for the gallery. #grasmere #lakedistrict #gallery #becksteps #beckstepsgallery
Good morning. We all need a little bit of somethin Good morning. We all need a little bit of something beautiful at the moment, so sending these lovely spring daffodils from Grasmere and our very best wishes to you all in these difficult times.🌷🌼🌸
We were recently visited here in Grasmere by one o We were recently visited here in Grasmere by one of our lovely artists who delivered some of her beautiful, whimsical sketches. We have a selection of wonderful characters, from mischievous mice to wise old owls. #gallery #supportthearts #supportsmallbusiness #sketch #whimsical #illustration #nurserydecor #interiordesign #grasmere #becksteps #theperfectgift #art #cute #fairytale #wildlife #visitthelakes #thelakedistrict #ilovethelakes
We love these handmade pieces of statement jewelle We love these handmade pieces of statement jewellery from our most recent independent artist - they really would complete any outfit! #contemporary #grasmere #handmade #handmadejewelry #gallery #statementjewelry #supportsmallbusiness #style #fashion #ilovethelakedistrict #visitthelakedistrict #minimalist #artisan #liveauthentic #metalsmith #brass #brassjewellery
Winter has arrived in Grasmere this morning. It’ Winter has arrived in Grasmere this morning. It’s nice and warm in the gallery and we’re enjoying looking at the snow topped fells. #lakedistrict #grasmere #becksteps #beckstepsgallery #ilovethelakedistrict #snow #gallery #winter #visitcumbria #keepingwarm #hygge
The Lake District is fortunate to be home to an ab The Lake District is fortunate to be home to an abundance of wildlife. Our customers are currently captivated by these beautiful studies of a hare and a bee which are just a couple of wonderful pieces to have recently arrived in the gallery. #grasmere #lakedistrict #gallery #wildlife #wildlifeart #visitcumbria #hare #harepicture #bee #beepicture #watercolour #beckstepsgallery #nature
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We are closing for lockdown on the afternoon of Monday 2nd November but hope, all being well, to re-open on 2nd December. A big thank you to everyone who has supported and taken an interest in us over recent months, and we hope to see you again soon.

 

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