25 years old and still strong

Spokesman James Stewart said: “The Gallery Trail, now in its 25th year, continues to evolve and develop.

“In some ways it is the same each year with more than 60 venues and over 100 local, national and international artists exhibiting a wide range of innovative, unique and creative work.

“But the crucial difference each year is the artists themselves and the unique, imaginative and amazingly creativity they bring.

“These include established and emerging painters, sculptors, photographers, jewellers, furniture makers, textile artists, illustrators, 3D creators, weavers and many more.

“The Gallery Trail venues, most within the historic old town centre, provide visitors the chance to see some beautiful houses and gardens, not normally open to the public.

“In addition the venues, which are all free provide visitors the opportunity browse venues in between other music or drama events going on.