G.O.A.T

Greatest of All Time Exhibition

Part of a series of events celebrating exciting developments taking place at UoG, connecting our campuses in Cheltenham and Gloucester.

The exhibition will be a celebration of creativity by artists of all ages and backgrounds across Gloucestershire responding to the G.O.A.T theme.

The Art Show will be exhibited first at Park Campus where visitors will see how investment is delivering a vibrant Creative Campus, benefiting from new studios, workshop spaces and other specialist facilities.

The Art Show will then tour to City Campus, giving members of the public the opportunity to see inside the stunning new facilities in the former Debenhams department store that have transformed the building into a cutting-edge centre for teaching and learning.

Key information

A celebration of creativity

“This exhibition is a celebration of creativity, community and inspiration. By asking artists to reflect on who they consider to be the greatest of all time, we’re opening up a powerful and deeply personal conversation through art.

“It is also a fantastic opportunity to welcome the public into our new City Campus, and to our transformed Creative Campus at Park. In doing so, we will forge stronger connections with our local communities which not only benefit our creative programmes, they add value to the university as a whole.”

– Professor Angus Pryor, Executive and Dean for Research and Head of the School Creative Arts, Culture and Environment

Head and shoulders image of Angus Pryor, Head of School of Creatives

Key information

Date and Location: The Greatest of all Time Art Show will take place from 14 November to 17 December 2025 at Park Campus in Cheltenham, and from 30 January 2026 to 4 March 2026 at City Campus in Gloucester.

Theme: Responding to the Greatest of All Time theme, artists are invited to put forward work for inclusion in the show that answers the question: Who/What is your greatest inspiration?

What are we looking for? We are looking for artworks that show originality and a personal story whilst clearly responding to the theme. The quality of the work is important but it will be considered in relation to the artist’s level of experience.

Eligibility: The entries are open to: current students, alumni and staff at UoG, community artists, as well as students from local schools.

Format: Entries can be both 2D or 3D artworks. Film, photography, audio, text and mixed media creations will also be considered.

Limitations: While we aim to be as inclusive as we can, there are practical as well as health and safety considerations. Please ensure that your work is safe for the public and its size and shape will allow for display and transportation. If you have any questions, please contact [email protected]

How to submit

Artists wishing to submit pieces for consideration should:

Complete the application form
Email a photograph (.jpg) of their artwork to [email protected]

We look forward to receiving your applications and inviting you to celebrate with us in our new spaces in Cheltenham and Gloucester.

Important information

The closing date for submissions is 6 October 2025.
If you would like to include your work at one location only, please specify your preference on the form
Work must be delivered to Park Campus by 3 November 2025 for install later that week.
Applicants will be responsible for transporting their work to and from the exhibition venues.
Work must be collected by 13 March 2026 from City Campus.