God's Own Junkyard, Art gallery in Walthamstow, London, UK.
God's Own Junkyard is an art gallery in a warehouse in Walthamstow that displays thousands of neon artworks covering the walls from floor to ceiling. The space is completely filled with glowing signs in various colors and forms, creating an intense visual environment.
The business began in 1952 as an electrical signs workshop run by Richard Bracey and was later transformed by his son Chris Bracey into an art project. This shift preserved the craft of neon-making while giving it new artistic purpose.
The gallery takes its name from a gospel hymn and houses a living collection of neon signs that preserve the artistic heritage of London's former entertainment districts. Visitors can see these glowing objects displayed as art, telling stories of the businesses and nightlife they once advertised.
The gallery operates on limited hours and sits in a converted industrial building, so visitors should check ahead for current opening times. All artworks are displayed in one large connected space, meaning you can view everything without navigating between separate rooms.
The collection includes rescued neon signs from Soho's historic red light district and neon used in major films like Blade Runner and Eyes Wide Shut. This connection between street culture and cinema makes each piece a reminder of twentieth-century pop history.
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