Croft Wingates Gallery in Market Harborough has been established since 1975 selling originals, limited editions, sculpture and offering a full bespoke framing service.
John & Jenni Snape have been running the gallery since 1981 when they bought the business from John’s parents, Bill & Beth. The gallery has since evolved and, in 2002, moved into a purpose-built gallery in the garden of the old site on St Mary’s Road. John & Jenni Snape will be retiring from the gallery and hand over the reins to Andrew & Kathryn Cartwright for the next chapter in the history of Croft Wingates Gallery. For the past couple of years, Andrew has been working with John & Jenni who are delighted that he and Kathryn will make the business grow. After a ‘Evolution Sale’ throughout August when stock is sold at half price, the gallery will close for September to launch under the names Wingates Gallery on Saturday 30th September.
Andrew & Kathryn feel privileged to be continuing the tradition of a friendly welcome, great customer service and all the gallery has offered for over 40 years in Market Harborough. Dinah Fordham, who has been a big part of the family business for many years, will continue to work at the gallery. As well as bringing in new collections from some of the most loved existing artists, the team will be introducing work from new artists including glass sculptures. It is important to Andrew & Kathryn to acknowledge and appreciate the heritage of the gallery so, after refurbishing and rebranding, they will proudly launch as Wingates Gallery and look forward to extending their friendly welcome to both existing and new customers at the launch party and beyond.
Wingates Gallery ‘Wingates Walk’ 44a St Mary’s Road Market Harborough LE16 7DU Tel: 01858 465455 www.croftwingates.co.uk From left to right: Andrew & Kathryn Cartwright, Dinah Fordham, Jenni & John Snape
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