Awards and Bursaries
There are four awards currently open for applications from makers looking to join the Cockpit Arts community
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Welcome to Cockpit Arts
Cockpit Arts is the UK’s only creative business incubator for craftspeople; providing tailored support for early stage and well established craft practices; showcasing London’s finest makers at twice-yearly Open Studios; two buildings housing studios in central and south London; award-winning social enterprise.
About Cockpit Arts
Cockpit Arts is an award winning social enterprise and the UK’s only business incubator for craftspeople.
NEWS: Achieving work-life balance 15th March 2019
This is the fourth article in a series of six focussing on the London Creative Network (LCN) and professional development programmes at Cockpit Arts. This article looks at the embracing individuality when it comes to running a business.
NEWS: The Cockpit Effect Report 2019 12th March 2019
Our annual Cockpit Effect Report was launched last night at the prestigious Clothworkers’ Hall to an invited audience of 50 enthusiastic guests.
NEWS: Cockpit Arts at London Craft Week 5th March 2019
London Craft Week returns in May for its fourth edition, and Cockpit Arts is delighted to be a partner once again. We have three exciting events planned, read more...
Search for a Maker
170 of the UK's finest makers are based at Cockpit Arts. Find out what they create and source beautifully made craft.
Apply for a place
If you're a talented maker and looking to grow your business you have come to the right place. Apply to Cockpit Arts today.
Makers’ Stories
Find out how we support craftspeople at different stages with our selection of makers' stories.
Creative Employment Programme
Cockpit's apprenticeship scheme gives young people skills to obtain work in a craft business.
