Nunnery Gallery
The Nunnery Gallery is a unique building situated on the ground floor of a former convent, with neo-gothic revival detailing, original Victorian tiles and gothic arches.
The gallery sits alongside the Nunnery Café, and opens onto a charming, secluded alleyway with a unique light installation suspended in the air – the perfect setting for evening drinks.
Surrounded by Bow Arts’ artist studios, this distinctive space provides a welcoming environment and a unique backdrop for an array of exhibitions and events.
Availability:
Exhibitions
The Nunnery Gallery is available to hire for short-run exhibitions outside of our scheduled programme. The Gallery opening times are Tue-Sun, 10am-4pm. Please enquire for information on upcoming dates.
Events
During exhibitions, the gallery is available to hire for events all day on Mondays and Tuesdays, and from 5pm-10pm Tue-Sun, as long as the event is compatible with the exhibition display. Outside of exhibitions, the gallery is available to hire at any time.
Costs:
Commercial hire
£120 per hour, minimum 3 hours (+20% VAT where applicable)
Day rate £900 (+20% VAT where applicable)
Weekly rental rate £2500 (+20% VAT where applicable)
Discounted hire
For Bow Arts studio holders/Artist Educators, students, local residents, and charities.
£90 per hour, minimum 3 hours (+20% VAT where applicable)
Day rate £600 (+20% VAT where applicable)
Weekly rental rate £1500 (+20% VAT where applicable)
Working hours are 9am-5pm. An additional keyholder charge applies outside of working hours, paid at London Living Wage – £13.85 per hour (2025).
*VAT applies to hires which do not fall within our charitable objectives, e.g. hires which are not exhibitions or art related events.
Further Information:
Catering
The Nunnery Café offers catering services and will work closely with you to ensure the food and drinks for your event meet your preferences. Whether you’re planning a small gathering or a larger celebration, we provide a personalized experience that suits your needs and tastes. Feel free to discuss your requirements with us, and we will create an offer that complements your event.
Please contact nunnerycafe@bowarts.com to find out more.
Getting to Nunnery Gallery:
Nunnery Gallery, 181 Bow Road, London E3 2SJ
Nearest train station(s): Bow Church (DLR), Bow Road Tube Station (District, Hammersmith and City)
Bus: 8, 25, 108, 205, 276, 425, 288, D8, N205
Parking: Resident parking can be found after 5pm Monday-Friday, free parking is available on the weekends. Potential loading and/or parking may be available in the courtyard.
Bike: There is a limited bicycle shed available onsite. The nearest bicycle parking is located at Bow Church Station. The nearest Santander Cycles docking station is at Bow Church Station.
“We love being in the Nunnery building... We love the support we get from Bow Arts and knowing that they are there to help and also feeling part of an exciting group of artists and makers.”
- Bow Road Artist