
People Make Grimsby is a community art hub led by What If We Create, based at 7 Baxtergate, Freshney Place, Grimsby, DN31 1QL.
Our Opening Hours:
Tuesday: 10am – 3pm
Thursday: 10am – 4pm
Friday: 10am – 4pm
Saturday: 10am – 4pm
Follow our Community Hub on social media to keep up-to-date:
A space for creativity, community and connection – right in the heart of town.
Thanks to support from East Street Arts, we’ve been able to transform a vacant shop unit in Freshney Place into something special.
It’s not a shop. It’s a community art space, for Community Events, Workshops, Exhibitions and a Maker Space for local artists.
It’s Not a Shop…
Our front-of-house area is designed to shine a light on local makers – something that we are very passionate about. Here, you’ll find displays of work created by the people of Grimsby – from prints and artwork to crafted items and more.
It’s about sharing skills, supporting makers, and encouraging sustainable, circular practices. Instead of sales, we ask for donations, so every penny goes back into the community.
Right now, you can see prints from our Meet Us At Albert’s project, People Make Grimsby merch, and work by local makers like Lucy, The Humber Printmaker, Chris Gilleard and Seagull Swamp.
Why “People Make Grimsby”?
Because towns aren’t made by buildings; they’re made by people. By the ideas, creativity, and kindness that flow between them.
This space is here for everyone: to learn, to make, to share, to connect. Whether you want to roll up your sleeves, browse local creations, or simply spend some time in a welcoming, creative environment – you’re part of it.
Come and Visit Us
Where to find us: Baxtergate, Freshney Place, Grimsby
When we’re open: We’re open on Market Days: Tuesday, Thursday, Friday and Saturday, between 10:00am and 4:00pm. We run a variety of events and workshops so remember to check by and keep on eye on the People Make Grimsby Events calendar.