Open call self-led month-long residencies in The Cotswolds, UK

The short answer

A residency from The Hide Artist Retreat, United Kingdom. Applications close 1 November 2026. Official terms last checked 31 August 2026.

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Closes: 1 November 2026
Entry: No reliable fee amount was extracted; costs remain unknown rather than assumed free.
Evidence checked: 31 August 2026

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Quoted from thehide.co and checked on 31 August 2026. This is the organiser's description, reproduced as captured. It has not been through the evidence checks that produced the figures above.

Open call – apply now for 2027 self-led residency for creatives at The Hide Artist Retreat. Stay in purpose built Live/Work studio in beautiful natural landscape with far reaching views of The Cotswolds. All creatives welcome – Including: visual artists, painters, sculptors, illustrators, designers, photographers, filmmakers, screen and playwrights, novelists, musicians, performance artists, dancers and choreographers, curators and creative thinkers.

Our Live/Work studio is a fully contained, one-level living space – designed for both comfort and productivity. Key features include: adaptable 8x6m (48m²) workspace with work tables, chairs, easels, Butler sink, king-sized bed, kitchenette, ensuite shower room, and outside seating area with garden view. Amenities include: heating, hot water, electricity, WiFi, large southwest-facing windows, north-facing Velux, blackout blinds, bedding, towels, microwave, kettle, toaster, small electric hob, and basic kitchen equipment.

The charming town of Nailsworth is just a short woodland walk or drive from The Hide. It houses several bars, cafes, and shops. The local pub The Old Lodge is up on the common and is great for those seeking local ales and hearty pub fare. The lively town of Stroud is also a 10-minute drive to the North with its famous farmers’ market. Should you wish to venture a bit further, Bath, Bristol Cheltenham and Gloucester are all within driving distance.

Being set in the Cotswolds you will not want for artistic ideas either. This protected region is known for its undulating countryside, stone-built villages and variety of stately homes and manor houses – sure to get the creative juices flowing.

Duration: One Month in the The private Live/Work studio. Other opportunities for shorter stays also available.
Accommodation: We offer month – long in the live/work studio and week-long in The Suite within our family home. We also offer alternative accommodation/guest/visitor space in the Shepherds Hut
Disciplines & equipment: All creatives welcome - Including: visual artists, painters, sculptors, illustrators, designers, photographers, filmmakers, screen and playwrights, novelists, musicians, performance artists, dancers and choreographers, curators and creative thinkers. https://www.thehide.co/
Studio: Our Live/Work studio is a fully contained, one-level living space - designed for both comfort and productivity. Key features include: adaptable 8x6m (48m²) workspace with work tables, chairs, easels, Butler sink, king-sized bed, kitchenette, ensuite shower room, and outside seating area with garden view.
Fees & support: Starting at £1300pm (single occupancy)
Expectations: – Application information https://www.thehide.co/availability

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Organizer	The Hide Artist Retreat
Type	Residency
Disciplines	photography
Location / online	United Kingdom
Eligibility	Not stated on the official page
Deadline	1 November 2026
Opens	Not stated
Award / support	Not stated on the official page
Entry fee	No reliable fee amount was extracted; costs remain unknown rather than assumed free.
Funding type	Not stated
Verified	31 August 2026

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Application: No reliable fee amount was extracted; costs remain unknown rather than assumed free.

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05Captions and file specificationsConfirm officially

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