Stanley Spencer and Gary Bunt: What a Dream
6 November — 21 March 2027
The first exhibition to bring together two artists who found beauty, humour and unexpected wonder in everyday life. It features 20 works by Gary Bunt and 15 by Spencer, including Spencer’s Swan Upping (1915–19), on loan from Tate, and Bunt’s Tribute to Stanley Spencer (2021), alongside final works he made for the exhibition before his death in 2025.
Discover Stanley Spencer in the village that inspired him
Sir Stanley Spencer RA (1891–1959) was one of Britain’s most distinctive twentieth-century artists, known for paintings that bring everyday life together with intense imagination and spirituality.
He was born in Cookham and its streets, people and landscape became the setting for much of his work. Our collection lets you explore his life and art in the place that shaped it.
A short biography
Paintings and illustrations
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Stanley Spencer's enduring influence
This profound impact on the art world, characterised by a unique blend of spirituality, realism and imagination, has left an enduring legacy that continues to captivate and inspire generations of artists and enthusiasts.
Visit us in Cookham
OPENING HOURS
Open every day
10.30am – 4.30pm
Last entry 4pm
ADDRESS
Stanley Spencer Gallery
16 High Street, Cookham
Berkshire SL6 9SJ
BY TRAIN
Cookham station is a 10-minute level walk. Change at Maidenhead from London Paddington, Reading or the Elizabeth line.
PARKING
Free on-street parking, and there is a free public car park close to the Gallery.
Donate or volunteer, and help visitors experience Spencer’s work in the place that inspired him.
Free unlimited admission, quarterly newsletters, talks, outings and an annual meeting with a guest speaker.