A creative community in the heart of GuildforD

Our ethos is to create an inspiring and inclusive space for all to be creative and grow their artistic disciplines and businesses.

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A monochrome black and white logo for Frida's Coffee featuring a stylized, hand-drawn drawing of a cat's face with a star-shaped element on the forehead, and the words "FRIDA'S COFFEE" below.
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Exhibitions

Featured
Bridging Fantasy Across Time
Nov 6
Bridging Fantasy Across Time
Who AM I? Exhibition
Dec 2
Who AM I? Exhibition

What’s on

Featured
Drink & Draw
Nov 1
Drink & Draw
knitting circle
Nov 2
knitting circle
Guildford LGBT+ book club
Nov 4
Guildford LGBT+ book club
Bridging Fantasy Across Time
Nov 6
Bridging Fantasy Across Time
Queer Coffee Meet Up
Nov 8
Queer Coffee Meet Up
Being Human Festival
Nov 8
Being Human Festival
Writer’s Saloon
Nov 15
Writer’s Saloon
The Unplugged Club
Nov 16
The Unplugged Club
LGBTQ+ life drawing class
Nov 25
LGBTQ+ life drawing class
Queer Arts & Heritage Workshop
Nov 29
Queer Arts & Heritage Workshop
tbc // Guildford Coffee Club
Nov 30
tbc // Guildford Coffee Club
Who AM I? Exhibition
Dec 2
Who AM I? Exhibition
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Step inside New House Art Space , where the lines blur between creation and connection.

A bit of a haven for the aesthetically inclined and culturally curious, we’re here for the dreamers, the sketchers, the late-night thinkers, and the rule-breakers.

From boundary-pushing exhibitions to coffee fuelled Drink & Draw sessions, New House Lates, and genre-defying Writing Saloons — we’re not just hosting events, we’re pivotal in supporting a culture . Think open studios, rent-a-space moments, and unexpected collisions of art and ideas.

About

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Modern office space with a wooden table, green chairs, a laptop, a potted plant, and large window, with colorful abstract artwork on the white wall.
Event poster for New House Art Space featuring schedule of upcoming activities including Ocean Vuong's poetry reading, house renovations, life drawing, a drawing and drink event, a LGBTQIA+ storytelling workshop, knitting circle, a writer's salon, and a pottery workshop, with locations, dates, and times listed.
A person with short red hair, tattoos on their left arm, and wearing a black shirt, is sitting at a wooden table drawing in a sketchbook with a black pen. The table has drawing supplies, a smartphone, and a disposable coffee cup. Other people are visible in the background, also engaged in creative activities in a well-lit room with artwork on the walls.

We’re here to spark something — to nurture the offbeat, celebrate the collective, and amplify creative voices from all corners. Come through. Stay weird. Make art. Be seen.

Studios

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Be part of a fantastic creative community by having a studio for your business at New House Art Space. Residents benefit from access to secure, well-maintained facilities with 24/7 access, gallery and café, plus complimentary and a profile on our resident directory

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gallery

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A contemporary and versatile space suitable for a multitude of functions, the gallery is available to hire for both events and exhibitions.

Ideal for functions, conferences, talks and seminars, workshops, classes, pop-ups, meetings, training days, team building or away days, rehearsals, performances, and photoshoots.

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A person with shoulder-length blonde hair wearing a light blue jacket with embroidered dragon design on the back looks at colorful abstract paintings arranged on a white gallery wall.
A woman wearing glasses, a white headscarf, and a polka-dot shirt is smiling and holding hands with a man sitting at a cafe counter. The man has dark hair, earrings, a printed shirt, and headphones around his neck, and is smiling back at her.
A circular logo featuring a French Bulldog's face with a flower on its head, with the words "FRIDAYS" above and "COFFEE HOUSE" below.

Frida’s Coffee House

Inspired by the charm of our founder's French bulldog, Frida, our coffee bar offers specialty coffee, delicious pastries, and paninis.

Our space doubles as a cozy workspace and social hub. Join us for monthly art exhibitions, and make Frida's your haven for great coffee and delightful moments.

Monday-Friday: 08:00-18:00
Weekends: 10:00-16:00

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Exhibition Opening: Bridging Fantasy Across Time: In Conversation with Sidney Sime Co-curated by Jacob Heayes in collaboration with The Sime Gallery, this exhibition brings together 10 amazing artists who responded to our open call exploring the int
Opening Reception Announcement 📣 Thursday 6th November 7-9pm New House Art Space is proud to present ‘Bridging Fantasy Across Time: In Conversation with Sidney Sime’, a unique exhibition exploring the enduring influence of Sidney Sime
Exhibition Announcement… We’re excited to present ‘Bridging Fantasy Across Time: In Conversation with Sidney Sime’, opening at New House Art Space this November! 6–27 November 2025 Opening reception: Thursday 6th Nov
OCTOBER at New House is OVERFLOWING with creativity… From the Hart Records Launch Party bringing an exciting night of live music and energy, to the cosy comfort of our Queer Coffee Meetup, and even a mindful day of knitting 🧶 - this month is