The Gallery at Laurieston
The Gallery at Laurieston
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10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Wednesday
10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Thursday
10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Friday
10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Sunday
10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
About
The Gallery at Laurieston is the home of a variety of quality Scottish arts and crafts. It is also the showcase of award winning landscape and fine art photographer Phil McMenemy.
You will receive a warm welcome and be surrounded by wonderful imagery, paintings, ceramics, glass, wood, jewellery even perfumes all created, inspired by those who live & love Galloway and Scotland. Prices range from £10 - £700+. Gift vouchers available. You are also invited to the 'GALLERY AT LAURIESTON Coffee Shop': high quality, coffees & loose leaf teas, locally made cakes, traybakes and scones. Enjoy quality in a wonderful setting. The Gallery celebrates Galloway
*Venue available to hire and for events, meetings and functions* You will be welcome. Regards phil mcmenemy and family
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Eric J
1 contribution
Nov 2023 • Couples
If you go anywhere in Dumfries & Galloway make sure you don't miss this. Phil and The Gallery at Laurieston are tops. Not going to say anymore than that, the fun part is finding out for yourself.
Written 15 November 2023
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Liz R
Bingley, UK33 contributions
Nov 2023 • Family
Such a lovely place to visit! Full of beautiful things and such a warm welcome from Phil. Highly recommend a visit here.
Written 11 November 2023
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Helen F
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Nov 2023 • Friends
What a fantastic warm welcome we got from Phil at the Gallery. My friends and I spent 2 hours there, enjoying the artwork and pottery, enjoying the chat and the company and the teas, coffee and cake were outstanding. We left happy, with a few precious purchases and will definitely return!
Written 2 November 2023
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VixenLily
9 contributions
Oct 2023 • Family
Having followed on social media for a while I finally visited this super gallery & cafe. It is a creative haven with art of many genres. The place is light and bright, welcoming and comfortable. Phil is an excellent host and even managed to engage my teenage daughter in conversation (I was super impressed). The coffee was excellent with refills on offer. The cheese scone with ginger preserve was fresh and delicious and I’ve no idea quite how my daughter finished her huge slice of carrot cake! Thank you Phil, we will be back.
Written 1 October 2023
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Charlie F
United Kingdom6 contributions
Sep 2023 • Couples
This little gallery is such a beautiful place. We were met by the owner Phil who is an absolute ball of energy and such an amazing bloke. He was very knowledgeable and attentive and clearly loves what he does. He recommended the el jaguar coffee (which was amazing) and the art is superb.
Thank you so much Phil, see you again soon.
Thank you so much Phil, see you again soon.
Written 24 September 2023
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clj
Cloughjordan, Ireland15 contributions
Aug 2023 • Couples
Heartfelt creativity and atmosphere. This gallery was such a gem of a discovery. The depth and warmth of the welcome, the artwork, and of course coffee, tea and cake - all came together beautifully to celebrate the simplicity and purity of a wonderful place to visit. Phil was so kind in his welcoming to all the different people that visited while we were there. Generous in hospitality and local information, while holding a range of artworks which reflected local joy, pride and craftsmanship. We were on our last couple of day’s holidays before catching the ferry, and this unexpected discovery was such a highlight. Please do take time to sit enjoy a cuppa and soak in the paintings, photography, ceramics, jewellery and woodwork that this gallery contains. Year round opening, parking and comfortable seating, this was such a heartwarming experience.
Written 11 August 2023
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Oh man, Aine - thank you so very much.
A pleasure to meet you x
Written 18 September 2023
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BrawScotland
Edinburgh, UK290 contributions
Jul 2023 • Family
Phil has created a wonderful little spot here. I can recommend stopping, sampling some home baking, and taking in the sight of locally inspired paint works, pottery, jewellery, glass works and whatever else he may have on show. Perhaps even buy something! Why not?
Check the opening times before you go, as Phil isn't open every day! He's a photographer and needs time to Focus on that too you see 😉!
I witnessed his son making him a mean toastie, so hold that thought: maybe one day there'll be a full on tea room here 😁 That what I'm hoping for anyway so I'm keeping my fingers crossed for a next time I may visit Dumfries & Galloway 🤞
Check the opening times before you go, as Phil isn't open every day! He's a photographer and needs time to Focus on that too you see 😉!
I witnessed his son making him a mean toastie, so hold that thought: maybe one day there'll be a full on tea room here 😁 That what I'm hoping for anyway so I'm keeping my fingers crossed for a next time I may visit Dumfries & Galloway 🤞
Written 8 July 2023
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thank you so much BS.
Don't mention the toastie
ha
Written 18 September 2023
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saul c
1 contribution
Jun 2023 • Family
Phil the lad from Barrow
His art has many muses
His coffee and cake are excellent
But Don't let him show you his bruises! .
Shine on brother 🙂🙂🙂
Saul,Jo and Rowan.
His art has many muses
His coffee and cake are excellent
But Don't let him show you his bruises! .
Shine on brother 🙂🙂🙂
Saul,Jo and Rowan.
Written 29 June 2023
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This is perfect - thank you so so so much.
Written 18 September 2023
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handpict2018
Falkirk District, UK50 contributions
May 2023
What's not to like...fabulous setting , (most of D+G is fabulous!) , gorgeous art work ,not just Phil's photographs, great coffee! All of these and the MOST exuberant "host". Totally agree with another reviewer, "don't drive past you will miss a gem". We will certainly not bypass this lovely place again!
Written 2 June 2023
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Thank you HP - I see what you did with your name, I like it!!
Written 18 September 2023
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Eve W
1 contribution
May 2023
Came across this lovely gallery/coffee shop this afternoon and was very impressed.
The artwork/pottery/jewellery are beautiful to browse.
The owner,Phil, was very friendly and welcoming with a lovely manner.
His Mexican coffee is a revelation and homemade/local produce is amazing.
Can highly recommend and will definitely be back.
The artwork/pottery/jewellery are beautiful to browse.
The owner,Phil, was very friendly and welcoming with a lovely manner.
His Mexican coffee is a revelation and homemade/local produce is amazing.
Can highly recommend and will definitely be back.
Written 17 May 2023
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Thank you so much - sometimes being 'hidden' is OK!!
Written 18 September 2023
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SunderlandScuba... S
Sunderland, UK4 contributions
What are your opening times?
Phil M
Castle Douglas, UK12 contributions
Oh gosh - please accept my sincere apologies 'Sunderland Scuba'. Somehow this was overlooked and missed by myself. I am so sorry! I can be open at any time 01644 450235 to make sure I am here.
Apologies once again - regards philx
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- The Gallery at Laurieston is open:
- Sun - Sun 10:00 - 17:00
- Wed - Fri 10:00 - 16:00
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