2023 marks the 200th Anniversary of Reigate Tunnel in Tunnel Road, Reigate. This unique building is the oldest road tunnel in the UK and a truly unique landmark. Reigate Tunnel was commissioned by Earl Somers and built in 1823 by William Constable.
Reigate Business Guild are celebrating this unique anniversary with a number of events including an art competition and exhibition which will also include a history of Reigate Tunnel. Winners and Runners Up in the School categories will win art supplies and a contribution towards art supplies for their school. The Winner and Runner Up in the Over 18 category will receive an art supplies voucher.
In addition to the Reigate Tunnel 200 Exhibition taking place from June to September in Tunnel Road, Adam’s Gallery will also be choosing 10 artists from each category in the Reigate Tunnel Art Competition and will exhibit their works in Adam’s Gallery from July 1st – July 16th 2023.
The deadline for entries is 30th April. Entries do not have to comprise new works of art.
Types of work accepted – Painting, photography, collage, sculpture, printmaking, video.