We have organised an exclusive visit to Out of Line: Banksy and the Art of Dissent, a major exhibition featuring original artworks of the British street artist, Banksy, and leading figures from the street art and urban contemporary art movement, including works never exhibited before, beginning at 6.30pm at The Minories, 74 High Street, Colchester, 

John Brandler of Brandler Galleries, one of the UK’s foremost art dealers in street and urban contemporary art, has agreed to present an informative appreciation of the cultural significance of Banksy and the artworks on display.

The cost of this private event is £23 per person. 

This includes a glass of prosecco or soft drink, John Brandler’s presentation on the influence and cultural significance of the artworks and a private viewing of the exhibition.

Please note: The Minories is a Grade II Listed Building and has restricted wheelchair and step-free access. Wheelchair access is currently not available on the first floor where some of the galleries are located.

The booking form is available here

Image Credit: Banksy, Sandcastle Boy, wall in Lowestoft (2021), courtesy of Brandler Galleries

Our holiday for 2027 will be to Istanbul, with a four-night, five-day visit. We will stay at the 4* Barcelo Hotel, which is located at Taksim Square, in a busy central shopping and dining area. Facilities at the hotel include a restaurant and bar. All rooms are en suite and feature television, hairdryer, and tea & coffee making facilities. Set three-course dinners are included on evenings one and four (as detailed in the itinerary), and the remaining two nights are on a bed and breakfast basis. 

We will be visiting the main sites in Istanbul, including the Blue Mosque, Topkapi Palace and the Hagia Sophia, as well as taking a cruise on the Bosphorus and wandering the Grand Bazaar.

Cost £1,594 per person, based on shared occupancy of a twin/double room. The single supplement is £299.

The brochure including the booking form can be downloaded here and will be available at lectures.