WAM trail – Whitstable Artists & Makers: Ric & Annette in Joy Lane - Ric W. Horner

The WAM Trail (Whitstable Artists and Makers Trail) is a popular, open-house SALES event where local creatives in Whitstable, open their homes, studios, and galleries to display and sell diverse original art and crafts. The trail is happening twice a year (May & November/December) with various art forms from painting and ceramics to glass and textiles..

This year’s WAM Weekend will be on 2nd & 3rd May 2026..

The trail is now in its 10th year and Ric and Annette are usually taking part in the beginning of May. This year, they will open their studio during both long Bank Holiday weekends!

You can visit them from Friday 1st – Monday 4th May and

then again for from Saturday 23rd – Monday 25the May 2026.

www.instagram.com/richornerpaintings

www.instagram.com/annettebanksart

The WAM trail gives the public a personal insight into how an artist works within their specialised field. It opens up a wealth of information and interest to pave the way for making new contacts and discovering opportunities for anyone interested in taking up new fields of creativity. It is your chance to visit artists in their homes, to speak to them in person about their work and to find out what is happening in your local area. It is also a rare opportunity to experience a diverse array of high quality work in a relaxed setting; with so many venues to choose from there should be something for everyone. So, plan your trip and prepare to be inspired and surprised...

.www.instagram.com/wamtrail

www.facebook.com/miwtrail

There are usually around 15 houses that are taking part and their studios are open from 10am- 4pm. This is it a brilliant day out and a fun thing to do for the whole family and for anyone who is interested in purchasing an original painting, cards, or prints from the artists.…

.Maps can be picked up from all around town, or viewed via the social media platforms. They have proven to be very popular, as they make it very easy to see where you are, and who is near.

These are the retailers in Whitstable that will have them available (see Insta links below)