Tŷ Pawb

Tŷ Pawb is Welsh for "everybody's house", and the name fits. This is where Wrexham comes to browse a record stall, grab a curry for lunch, catch a free concert and walk into a contemporary art exhibition, all without leaving the building. It is run by Wrexham County Borough Council and sits on Market Street, a few minutes' walk from the city centre. If you only have an hour in Wrexham, this is one of the best places to spend it.

What to see and do

The galleries. Tŷ Pawb has two galleries, one of them built to national standards so it can host major touring exhibitions. The programme changes through the year and mixes work by established artists with shows of local and regional talent, including the annual Tŷ Pawb Open, which invites artists to submit work. Look out too for Lle Celf Ddefnyddiol (the Useful Art Space), used for workshops, conversations and informal performances.

The market. Around the galleries is a working market of independent shops, makers and services. Traders change over time, but recent stalls have included records, art and craft supplies, wool, jewellery, sweets, clothing alterations, hairdressers and barbers, body piercing and pet grooming. Wrexham's Visitor Information Centre is also based here, so it is a handy first stop if you want maps and local advice.

Events and workshops. There is usually something going on. Regular sessions have included a free Tuesday Art Club for adults, a Multicultural Hub on Wednesday mornings, a free after-school club, family craft drop-ins in the school holidays and free lunchtime concerts. The building also has a small theatre, learning spaces and a rooftop garden, where volunteers aged 18 and over can help out on Fridays. Check the Tŷ Pawb what's on page for current dates.

A short history

Wrexham has traded on this spot for a long time. The site was home to the Vegetable Market from 1898, which was replaced in 1992 by the People's Market, a market hall with a multi-storey car park on the floors above. After years of debate about the market's future, in January 2016 the council approved plans to turn it into a combined arts and market centre.

Traders moved out in January 2017 and Wynne Construction converted the building to designs by Sarah Featherstone of Featherstone Young architects. The project cost around £4.5 million, funded by the Welsh Government, the Arts Council of Wales and Wrexham Council. The name was picked through a public vote in September 2017, beating "Cartref" (home) and "Oriel M". Tŷ Pawb opened to the public on Easter Monday, 2 April 2018, with a celebration called Dydd Llun Pawb. Most of the furniture was made with the community by designer Tim Denton, and you can still see it in the food court today.

The building has picked up a string of awards since, including the National Eisteddfod Gold Medal for Architecture in 2019 and Architects' Journal Retrofit of the Year. In 2019 Tŷ Pawb was the lead organisation for Wales at the Venice Biennale, presenting Sean Edwards' exhibition Undo Things Done. In 2022 it was one of five finalists for Art Fund Museum of the Year, one of the world's biggest museum prizes, which went to the Horniman Museum in London. Being shortlisted alongside much larger museums put Tŷ Pawb firmly on the national map.

Visiting: opening times and prices

At the time of writing, the main building is open Monday to Saturday, 9am to 5pm, with the main gallery open 10am to 4pm. It is closed on Sundays. On bank holidays it opens 11am to 4pm (main gallery 11am to 3pm). Hours change over Christmas and can be extended for events.

The building is free to walk into and the gallery shows are usually free. Workshops and events vary, and some may need booking, so check before you go. Individual market traders and food stalls set their own hours, so not every unit will be open at the same time.

Food and drink

The food court is a good, relaxed place for lunch. Recent traders have included smash burgers, pies, homemade curries, desserts and milkshakes, plus a bar, Y Mynach Meddw (the Drunk Monk). Traders change, so see what is open on the day. For more ideas nearby, see our guide to eating and drinking in Wrexham.

Getting there and parking

Tŷ Pawb is on Market Street, Wrexham LL13 8BY. It is about five minutes' walk from the city centre on a flat, paved route, around ten minutes from Wrexham Bus Station, and about fifteen minutes from both Wrexham General and Wrexham Central railway stations.

The car park is in the same building. It is open Monday to Saturday 8am to 10pm, and Sundays and bank holidays 8am to 6pm. Current charges are £1 for up to an hour, £2 for one to three hours and £3 for over three hours. Blue Badge holders park free: take proof to reception during opening hours to have your ticket validated. Monthly passes are also available through the council. See our Wrexham parking guide for other options.

Accessibility

All entrances have step-free access and there are lifts to every floor, including every level of the car park. There are accessible toilets and a Changing Places facility. The car park has 11 accessible bays, a lift at the north entrance and automatic doors on levels 1 and 2. Guide, hearing and support dogs are welcome. If you have specific needs, call ahead on 01978 292144.

Make a day of it

Tŷ Pawb sits at the heart of a compact city centre. The Football Museum of Wales and Wrexham Museum is a short walk away, as is St Giles' Church, where Elihu Yale is buried. Football fans can head to the Racecourse Ground, home of Wrexham AFC. If you have a car, the National Trust's Erddig is just south of the city.

Where this information comes from

Checked against the official Tŷ Pawb website, Wrexham Council news releases, Art Fund, Arts Council of Wales and Wikipedia in October 2026. Opening times and prices change, so check before you go.

• Tŷ Pawb: Plan your visit
• Tŷ Pawb: About
• Tŷ Pawb: Market
• Tŷ Pawb: Food and drink
• Tŷ Pawb: What's on
• Wrexham Council: Tŷ Pawb has its official opening
• Wrexham Council: Art Fund Museum of the Year 2022
• Arts Council of Wales: Sean Edwards represents Wales in Venice 2019
• Art Fund: Tŷ Pawb visitor information
• Wikipedia: Tŷ Pawb