The most beautiful art routes in England this autumn

Autumn in England offers inspiring art trails, connecting sculpture, painting and sound in the open spaces of majestic nature.

Haworth, West Yorkshire

Amid the endless purple heather hills of Haworth, Bradford – UK City of Culture 2025, kicked off the year's arts event series with the "Wild Uplands" project, featuring four contemporary artworks on display along winding paths, about 10 miles from the city center.

Butterflies by Meherunnisa Asad at Bradford's Wild Uplands. (Source: Danny Lawson/PA)

From Meherunnisa Asad's delicate pink marble butterflies to Steve Messam's 10-metre tall timber and wool towers inspired by local rock around Penistone Hill Park, all come to life from the earth, dew and wind of the land of mist.

Walking on the colorful and fragrant roads and hillsides, visitors seem to be lost in a symphony of heaven and earth, where the sounds of nature blend with the melody of Earth & Sky by Bradford composer Frederick Delius through the smart application on hand.

From Hebden Bridge or Keighley, Brontë buses will take visitors to Haworth.

Along the ancient cobblestoned main street are unique little shops, notably Writers' Bloc, a cafe serving cream tea with a unique book display space, or Haworth Old Hall, an ideal stop to enjoy a local gin on a chilly autumn afternoon.

Folkestone, Kent

Considered to be the UK's largest outdoor contemporary art exhibition, Folkestone Triennial 2025 offers visitors a unique journey of enjoyment, along the routes with a series of beautiful works by many international artists.

The work "The Seed of Life in the Ocean" by Jennifer Tee. (Source: Thierry Bal)

At point 15, the ancient Martello tower - Afterlife project by artist Katie Paterson - makes a strong impression with 197 amulets made from materials associated with the damage caused by the climate crisis: charred wood from burned forests or stone from islands struggling to cope with rising sea levels.

Following the path on the coastal grass cliff, visitors will admire the “Oceans Tree of Life” - a delicate sculpture combining seaweed, bricks and molten sea glass by Jennifer Tee.

In addition, Sara Trillo’s chalky white Urn Field and a Syrian red marble block shaped like a human foot create a vibrant artistic picture on the English coastal roads.

Newquay, Cornwall

The seaside town of Newquay is getting a whole new look with colourful murals, from abstract images, balloons on the sand to fishermen meticulously mending their nets by candlelight.

Fisherman portrait mural by Elle Koziupa. (Source: The Guardian)

Visitors can take the number 56 bus from the centre to Porth to see the giant, classic mural by artist Phil Strugnell on the SeaSpace hotel.

From here, the journey along the coastal roads will take you past beautiful sandy beaches: Lusty Glaze, Towan and Barrowfields to feel the artistic colors blend with the waves and gentle sunshine.

Each painting is accompanied by a QR code that helps viewers learn more about the artist and the meaning of the work. The journey ends with a contrasting light and dark painting by artist Elle Koziupa, located opposite Sainsbury's supermarket, as a profound highlight in the bustling life of Newquay.

Stoke-on-Trent, Staffordshire

This Autumn, Stoke-on-Trent - the cradle of British ceramics - becomes a creative hub with the British Ceramics Festival bringing together over 60 artists, including the participation of famous comedian Johnny Vegas.

Playscape - a playground made from waste clay at the British Ceramics Biennale. (Source: Jenny Harper)

The event brought a series of art films, exhibitions and rich interactive activities that attracted many lovers of ceramics and contemporary art to visit and experience.

Among the many outstanding works, Playscape impresses by transforming waste clay into a colorful playground, while Josie KO attracts attention by bringing the image of a “kiln goddess” as a symbol of the beauty and strength of women of color.

The journey of discovery continues on the Living Heritage Trail, which takes visitors along the city’s past. At the end of the route, visitors can stop at The Quarter to sample Staffordshire savouries, then leisurely sip afternoon tea and cake at the Spode Museum, a space that blends flavours and art.

Wolterton, Norfolk

After decades of absence, Wolterton Hall - a Palladian-style mansion set in 200 hectares of grounds - has officially reopened, bringing a sophisticated artistic space to the heart of Norfolk.

Artists Maggi Hambling and Ro Robertson are featured in the exhibition Sea State. (Source: Eva Herzog)

In particular, the inaugural exhibition Sea State opens an emotional journey with works inspired by the North Sea by artist Maggi Hambling, and painted steel wave sculptures by Ro Robertson in the marble hall.

In the Portrait Room, the painting that Hambling painted for his late partner Tory also became a highlight, evoking deep emotions that transcend space and time.

Not only an art tour, Wolterton is also a place where visitors can stroll around the lake, marshes and ancient churches, watching flocks of herons circling the lake.

Tour maps are available at the estate to help you choose the right route, or continue your journey with some of Mannington's beautiful walking trails.

Westminster, London

In the heart of London, the book London Statues of Women by journalist and author Juliet Rix opens a journey to discover statues honoring women who have contributed to shaping the history and identity of the foggy land.

Scott Eaton's statue of Amy Winehouse in Camden. (Source: Silvia Nadotti/Alamy)

Not only stopping at familiar buildings such as the statue of Queen Victoria at Kensington Palace or Millicent Fawcett in Parliament Square, the book also leads readers to pioneering director Joan Littlewood in front of the Stratford Theatre Royal, Amy Winehouse - Camden's rebellious music icon.

Through three sculpture trails spanning Westminster, Bloomsbury and the City, each statue becomes a slice of history and contemporary London.

The journey begins with the image of Anna Pavlova dancing gracefully on the roof of Victoria Palace Theatre, followed by the imprints of Millicent Fawcett, Ada Lovelace, Mary Seacole and ending at the National Windrush Memorial in Waterloo.

Wrexham, Clwyd

A public art trail has been unveiled in Wrexham as part of the city's bid to be named UK City of Culture 2029.

Initiated by local artist Liam Stokes-Massey, the route features 14 works and was extended this fall.

Liam Stokes-Massey's tribute to footballer Paul Mullin. (Source: Oliver Stephen)

A highlight of the journey is “The Boss”, a painting seen as Stokes-Massey’s tribute to Wrexham FC manager Parkinson.

Besides the work full of football pride, the story also reminds of the industrial imprint that once made up the city's appearance through the image of a miner in monochrome and a canary in a cage in Josh Colwell's painting, symbolizing the labor and resilient spirit of the mining land.

Visitors can follow the route map to explore the colorful art-covered walls, or stop by Ty Pawb to enjoy home-cooked curry, Pie'd Pie'per's pies and many other local dishes with rich Wrexham flavors, creating the city's own charm.

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