Beginning March 2026, Cromer will exhibit full-size replica artworks from Towner Eastbourne, alongside an engaging public programme designed to reframe daily life through the lens of art.
Cromer Artspace, in partnership with Towner Eastbourne, brings a new landmark outdoor exhibition to Cromer in March 2026. Twenty-four full-size reproductions of artworks from Towner’s collection will be installed on streets, promenades and in green spaces, providing a roaming gallery open to the public 24/7. The project combines local storytelling and activity so that residents and visitors can discover art as a living part of coastal life.
- The Bigger Picture is an ongoing project to bring free art to outdoor spaces in the coastal community for everyone to enjoy.
- Scale that surprises: each high-quality reproduction is printed in the original dimensions so viewers can feel the work’s presence and detail as if standing before the original.
- Digital access with Bloomberg Connects: audio guides and information about selected works will be available through the Bloomberg Connects app, extending the exhibition’s reach and offering accessible, extra on-demand content for visitors and remote audiences.
- A year of discovery: curated walks, artist talks, school co-design workshops and online art trails will roll out across the year, inviting repeated visits and new discoveries.
- Sustainable by design: durable materials, local businesses and small carbon footprint ensure the project leaves a positive legacy and works that can be reused by charities and non profit organisations after the season.
- Professional care and credit: reproductions are produced with permission from Towner Eastbourne, printed to printed to a high standard and displayed with appropriate images credits.
Quotes
“Imagine taking a stroll through the town and stumbling across a life size painting” says Barry Meadows, Trustee at Cromer Artspace. “This project brings works from national and regional collections into the rhythm of everyday life, sparking conversations about place, climate and creativity.”
“We are delighted to share works from the Towner collection with the people of Cromer,” says Karen Taylor, Collections Curator at Towner Eastbourne. “Placing these images in public settings opens new ways for people to connect with art—it’s about making cultural heritage active, local and relevant.”
Bloomberg Connects supports The Bigger Picture by helping audiences access audio guides and contextual content on their phones, bringing the stories behind the works to life.
Practical information
- Opening: March 2026; displays across Cromer streets, parks and seafront
- Access: Free to the public
- Accessibility: audio descriptions for selected works.
- Programme: Full schedule, recorded talks and online trails published via Cromer Artspace, Towner Eastbourne and Bloomberg Connects
- Contact: Barry Meadows, [email protected], 07884 581848
- Website: cromer-artspace.uk
Cromer Artspace
Cromer Artspace is a visual arts charity based on the North Norfolk Coast. Its team, made up entirely of volunteers, works to support and develop art in Cromer and the surrounding area and to actively engage more people from the community in art, making it accessible to everybody. Cromer Artspace aims to fill the gap between the opportunities available in big cities and its rural coastal location, helping the community to address health and well-being and to inspire people to extend their horizons and enjoy the arts. Cromer Artspace organises regular exhibitions, workshops and talks in its gallery Artspace on the Prom, located on promenade of Cromer beach, as well as in unexpected places around the town.
Towner Eastbourne
Towner Eastbourne has been collecting and exhibiting contemporary art for more than 100 years. The gallery sits where the coast and the South Downs meet and presents exhibitions of national and international importance for audiences in Eastbourne, the UK and beyond, showcasing the most exciting and creative developments in modern and contemporary art.
Towner develops and supports artistic practice and collaborates with individuals, communities and organisations to deliver an inclusive, connected and accessible public programme of live events, film and learning. Towner’s collection of almost 5000 works is best known for its modern British art – including the largest and most significant body of work by Eric Ravilious – and a growing collection of international contemporary art. Towner Eastbourne was Museum of the Year 2020 and hosted The Turner Prize 2023.
Bloomberg Connects
A digital platform that partners with cultural organisations to deliver mobile guides, audio tours and contextual content, Bloomberg Connects helps exhibitions reach wider and more diverse audiences. For The Bigger Picture the platform will host selected audio guides and interpretive material, enabling visitors to access layered stories on site and remotely.