UpCo is a two-floor hub of variousness in the centre of otley, yorkshire. below we have a selection of up-and-coming events – see the what's on pages for more details of classes, events and exhibitions.

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Our next major exhibition:   SPEAK UP! 

Opening on May 3rd, Speak Up! will be an exhibition of political print and posters, with a history of political art leading to our upstairs gallery of contemporary political printmakers and artists. More details of the opening below. There'll be events to tie in with Speak Up!, including a special performance by Jon Langford of the Mekons on Sunday May 12th and a concert featuring Danbert Nobacon and Jennifer Reid on July 13th.  More details including opening times and tickets on the What's On page.

NOTE: WE WILL BE ENDEAVOUR TO BE OPEN DURING THE SPEAK UP! EXHIBITION EVERY SATURDAY AND SUNDAY BETWEEN 1PM – 4PM. IT'S WISE TO CHECK BEFOREHAND (ON THE CONTACT PAGE) ABOUT ALL OTHER OPENING TIMES. 

SPEAK UP! Opening event

Friday May 3rd • Free • The opening will include a Q&A with artist Gee Vaucher and with co-ordinator of People-Powered Press, Oli Bentley. 

Also Boff Whalley & Phil Moody will present their musical story of the night art saved George Melly's life. No, really. 

The Otley Shopper!

Back in time for Xmas, this 7oz/198gsm cotton gusseted shopping bag comes with attitude and humour and helps UpCo pay the heating bills! Grab one at £10 from the UpCo online shop.

UpCo: MAKING SPACE FOR IDEAS

WE HAVE ARTISTS' STUDIOS AND A LARGE, OPEN FLOOR AVAILABLE FOR WORKSHOPS, REHEARSALS, CLASSES AND MORE.