Waddesdon Manor: Your Visit

Learning resources

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Explore the gardens

Artificial rock grottoes were a feature of late-19th-century gardens. James Pulham invented a way of creating large blocks out of lime mortar poured over brick and rubble – a cheaper...

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History of the house

...a survey into the state of the roof. Jacob, 4th Lord Rothschild, her heir, expanded the project into a complete renovation of the house and its services. The house was...

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Your visit

...park is lit and takes around 25-minutes to walk. Some parts are steep, please wear appropriate footwear. There are mapped walking routes for you to enjoy. Buses Shuttle buses run...

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Aviary

...pool. Another 2 chicks were hatched at Waddesdon in May 2016. Around one third of the species in the Aviary are at risk of extinction to some degree. Many are...

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Bird conservation

...its natural habitat. Watch the video about the first successful breeding of Black-winged Mynahs at Cikananga and their reintroduction into the wild. Cikananga Foundation’s Black and White Laughingthrush Breeding Programme...

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Groups & travel trade

...& Travel Awards.Coach Parking Parking is £20 per coach per day. Coaches can park near the North Fountain, which is only a short walk to the Manor. This includes a...

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Highlights of the House

...hospitality and had many dinner services, like this French one. Over 400 pieces of porcelain to serve 24 people. Even though it was a royal gift from King Louis XV...

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Grounds

...gallery. Our amazing gardeners and volunteers are always busy planting and caring for the beautiful beds and tree-lined paths. Seasonal show See how the colours change in the gardens all...

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stART Talking

...KS5. Travel bursaries will be made available and all activities are fully funded. ARTiculation is the national arts public speaking initiative for young people. It is designed to get young...

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Online learning

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Art in the garden

...of the ‘misshapen cone’ to create the majestic entry to the house. In creating his ‘instant garden’, Baron Ferdinand planted four avenues of mature oak trees. Disease and age have...

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Pulham rockwork

...the creation of rock gardens. Using mostly natural rock, they also made fake rock by covering rubble and bricks with ‘Pulhamite cement’. Ferdinand’s account books show a first payment of...

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Accessibility

...and back to the car park. The House is a short walk of 100m (on a flat-surfaced path, with gravel in front of the house) from the North Fountain. Assistance...

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Premium parking

...is via Silk Street (off the A41 in Waddesdon village). If you are using Sat Nav, the postcode is HP18 0JH. Follow the sign for Premium Parking. Continue straight ahead,...

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Gardens-old

...the seasons.Glimpse the gardens on film The gardens were the vision of Baron Ferdinand de Rothschild, who created the Manor at the end of the 19th century. What began as...

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Aviary garden

...in spring and summer. In spring you're likely to see beautiful displays of coloured tulips, surrounded by smaller bedding plants. In the late summer this year, look out for bold...

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Château Mouton Rothschild

...of Château Mouton by creating a second wine. This was a wine designed to drink early in its life and so was aptly named Petit Mouton. Today, Château Mouton is...

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Open Furniture Month

Protected from light and dust, ordinarily Waddesdon’s furniture remains closed. Throughout June, join us as doors and drawers are pulled open to reveal seldom-seen interiors, offering the opportunity to view...

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Waddesdon on film

Stories from Waddesdon Manor - The Art Fund with Josie Long > See some of our favourites below or explore our Youtube channel to find more. Waddesdon on YouTube >...

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Jigsaw puzzles

Click on the images below to visit our jigsaws on Jigsaw Explorer and try to solve as many as you can!...

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Awards

2019 Awards 2018 Awards 2016 Awards 2017 Awards 2017 Awards 2017 Awards 2016 Awards...

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Virtual room tours

...the room you wish to view. This will open up in full screen. choose between a doll's house view or floor plan view click on yellow spots to see Collection...

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Explore Waddesdon online

Discover more about the sculpture in the gardens or objects in the collections with our online trails, which can be enjoyed onsite or at...

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Travel online to an art lover's paradise

Watch an introduction to our art collections With more than 15,000 works of art and objects, the collection ranges widely in date, materials and techniques, and places of production. Explore...

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Wine Cellars

Bordeaux was exporting its red wine as early as the 13th century. Large quantities were sent to England, where the wine was known as claret. By the early 1700s wines...

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Press

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Fun for families online

...and educational. From origami to fancy dress designs, we have plenty to keep children of all ages occupied during the school day. Take a look at all of our learning...

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Explore Waddesdon's gardens online

...enjoy a quiet moment of reflection. Find out more about Waddesdon's Silent Space>Click through this gallery for some escapism and inspiration. Bring the outdoors to your phone or computer daily...

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Accessibility & cookies

...Explorer: 1. Choose the menu "tools" then "Internet Options" 2. Click on the "privacy tab" 3. Select the appropriate setting For Mozilla Firefix: 1. Choose the menu "tools" then "Options"...

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Press releases

...Creations: Art by Platon H and designs by Mary Katrantzou Press releases 2016 Persuading the King: A Manuscript Petition by Gabriel de Saint-Aubin (1724-1780) > A Closer Look: Spotlight on...

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Discover Waddesdon's wine story online

Read all food and drink blogs> We appreciate your ongoing support at this challenging time. As a charity, this period of unplanned closure represents a real challenge for many historic...

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Winter Light at Waddesdon

...dazzling illuminations. As twilight falls, see the Manor aglow with magical displays, walk light trails around the gardens and capture your picture under a tunnel of twinkling stars. Book now>...

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Fun with fairy tales resources

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Who Lives in a House like this resources

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Special Christmas Packages

...for handmade gifts at the Christmas fair. As the sun goes down, walk a light trail around the Pleasure Grounds with dramatic colour and playful installations. Watch the Manor façade...

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Annual review

...for Waddesdon Manor. Annual Review 2015-2016 PDF>Download and read the annual review for Waddesdon Manor. Annual review 2014-2015 PDF>Download and read the annual review for Waddesdon Manor. Annual Review 2021-2022...

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Contact us

...Telephone 01296 653241 or email: entertaining@waddesdon.org.uk Five Arrows Hotel Telephone 01296 651727 or email: reservations@fivearrowshotel.co.uk Corporate entertaining Email: entertaining@waddesdon.org.uk Waddesdon Wine Company Katie Murray, telephone: 01296 653318 or email katie.murray@waddesdon.org.ukCollections...

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Shop

Welcome to our online shop where you can browse our renowned range of fine wines, homeware, gifts and beautiful books celebrating Waddesdon.

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Volunteering at Waddesdon

...tickets to raise money for the National Trust and Waddesdon. All the money you raise will be matched pound for pound by money from the National Trust headquarters. Download raffle...

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Caring for the collection

Light is the collection’s biggest enemy – fading the textiles, furniture and paintings. Miss Alice installed blinds and covers to limit light exposure and forbade unnecessary handling of objects. Even...

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Home

    Musical elephant The elephant automaton was one of Baron Ferdinand de Rothschild's most admired treasures. It was mentioned in a local newspaper report of 1889 describing the visit...

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Welcome to Waddesdon

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Summer Fest Trader Pack

...clear signage, extra lighting and decorative touches.   We look forward to seeing you soon! Need more information? Email us on summerfest@waddesdon.org.uk   Apply for a shopping pitch in the...

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Front Page

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Welcome to Chilli Fest

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Waddesdon Manor prints by Katherine Jones

Illustrations exclusively for Waddesdon Manor by Katherine Jones. Katherine is an award-winning artist and architect based in Cardiff. www.katherinemgjones.com   Mounted prints are packaged in plastic-free, recyclable packaging. Large unmounted...

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Wedding Cake prints by Katherine Jones

The Wedding Cake by Joana Vasconcelos was illustrated exclusively for Waddesdon Manor by Katherine Jones. Katherine is an award-winning artist and architect based in Cardiff. www.katherinemgjones.com   Prints come mounted...

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Wedding Cake note cards and postcards by Katherine Jones

The Wedding Cake by Joana Vasconcelos was illustrated exclusively for Waddesdon Manor by Katherine Jones. Katherine is an award-winning artist and architect based in Cardiff. www.katherinemgjones.com   Card and paper...

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Waddesdon Manor note cards by Katherine Jones

Illustrations exclusively for Waddesdon Manor by Katherine Jones. Katherine is an award-winning artist and architect based in Cardiff. www.katherinemgjones.com   Card and paper envelope both recycled. Standard cards – A6...

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Launching our geocache trail

...the geocaching.com website. You can also download a free geocaching app for Android or iPhone. Find out more on geocaching.com Whether on the side of a windswept mountain or a...

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Conserving the Dubois desk

...of it in the archives. The combined drop-front desk, bookcase and clock by René Dubois thought to be made in Paris between 1772-76 was purchased by Baron Ferdinand de Rothschild...

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Winter Woodland: Schools Christmas Projects at Waddesdon

...specialist lantern paper, students drew examples of these species using black ink. Each student’s illustration was then used to embellish Michelle’s willow structures. Michelle is a contemporary artist working predominately...

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5 top tips for decorating your Christmas tree

...bauble as filler that does the hard work in the background. 3. Tell a cohesive story on a tree with your decorations. 4. Attach decorations with florists wire rather than...

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Celebrating Waddesdon's women

...so we’ve taken a look back at two important figures in Waddesdon’s history, Miss Alice and Mrs Dorothy de Rothschild, and their political positions. Read more in our Head Archivist’s...

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After 19 years, one of the gold boxes stolen in the Waddesdon raid is recovered

...the 18th century. These small circular boxes were personal accessories, kept in a pocket or in a boudoir or salon, and used for sweets. Often embellished with painted or enamelled...

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A Waddesdon Christmas, through a blogger's eyes

...unfurnished flat, there is a more affordable way to get your fairy tale Christmas kick a little closer to home. Go check out Waddesdon Manor.” Hot Pink Wellingtons “I’m so...

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Making Music at Windmill Hill

...were tentatively experimenting with our first concerts back in 2013, and now they are a regular and established part of the programme. Keep an eye on the website for our...

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Featured Wine

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Featured Books

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Halloween

...10am-5pm, last trail entry is 4pm. Weekdays SOLD OUT. Limited availability on weekend dates, advance booking recommended. Check availability and bookWed 27 - Sat 30 October 2021, 6pm, 7pm &...

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May Half-Term

Get outdoors, explore the grounds and then refuel with a delicious family picnic! Book your Birds and Beasts trail for an extra fun activity this half-term and enter an immersive...

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Open Air Cinema with The Luna Cinema

...battle for control of the turf. The situation become complicated when a gang member falls in love with a rival's sister. Starring Natalie Wood and Richard Beymer.     PG,...

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Winter Light

...opportunities to enjoy winter food and drink. Share your visit with us using #WinterLightAtWaddesdon. Winter Light trail See the Pleasure Grounds transformed with dramatic colour and playful installations. From dusk,...

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dazzle@Waddesdon

From dusk each day during the festive season the outside of the house is bathed in light while the 'Lafite' candlestick sculptures by Joana Vasconcelos are lit from within. The...

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Dinner with Gusbourne Estate Wines

...you. Ignore Visitor Car Park signs and follow the main road up to the Manor until you reach a set of gates. Press the intercom and wait for a member...

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French Porcelain Society Online Symposium

...discussion led by Dr. Caroline McCaffrey-Howarth where you'll have the chance to ask the speakers your questions. Presented by the French Porcelain Society. Find more information and join the event>...

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Mothering Sunday at the Five Arrows

Starters Braised beef nugget Mustard Mayonnaise. Gherkin Hot or chilled pea and mint soup Lemon creme fraiche Tomato Salad Goats cheese, black olive, basil Waddesdon gin gravadlax Sour cream, chives,...

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Garden Walks

Join one of our volunteer guides on a 45-minute walk to explore the gardens, seasonal highlights, the history of Waddesdon and the Rothschild family. This walk goes through the grounds...

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Wind in the Willows with The Pantaloons

The critically-acclaimed Pantaloons Theatre Company put their own anarchic spin on Kenneth Grahame’s classic countryside caper. Frantically feral fun for the whole family. Itinerary 6pm – car park opens 7pm...

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Mother's Day Weekend

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Baron Edmond Dinner

...fine wine and great food. DRESS CODE Smart casual Please note this is an after-hours event, the gardens and house will be closed. No grounds admission ticket is needed. This...

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Tears for Fears

See one of the most iconic bands of the 1980s, Tears for Fears, live in concert at Waddesdon in July 2022 with special guests The Brand New Heavies. Celebrating the...

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An Evening with Michael Bublé

Spend 'An Evening with Michael Bublé' and enjoy his world-class showmanship in an open air concert at Waddesdon on 2 July 2022. With four Grammy awards and over 75 million...

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The Lord Chamberlain's Men: As You Like It

...car park at the end of the performance. There will be a call for the last bus. There is no lit pathway back to the car park. light refreshments will...

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The Tales of Peter Rabbit

...when the car park opens and will stop running during the performance. If you need to return to the car park during the performance, please speak to a member of...

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The War of the Worlds

...pot. Book online with your tickets Important things to know shuttle buses begin when the car park opens and will stop running during the performance. If you need to return...

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Spencer House Talk: trompe l’oeil and mural artist Alan Dodd

...House’s impressive collection of artworks and furniture. Book nowThe Rothschild Foundation manage the historic collection of paintings and furniture housed in the state rooms of Spencer House in London. It...

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Circus Workshop

...skills. Each of the instructors is a fully trained circus performer capable of performing the most incredible feats! There is no need to pre-book, simply turn up to take part....

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Shed of Stories

...read together. There will also be a small writing desk with paper and pencils where older children can pen their next masterpiece. There is no need to pre-book, simply head...

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Treasure Island with Quantum Theatre

...evening to take you back to the car park. There is no lit pathway back to the car park. There will be a call for the last bus refreshments will...

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Spring at Waddesdon

During February and March, Waddesdon is open on selected days and weekends. February half-term: 11-19 Feb (closed Mon 13 & Tue 14 Feb), 10am-4pm Main season grounds: From 15 Mar,...

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Spooky Afternoon Tea

...twist to our regular afternoon teas for adults too. Created in-house by Craig, our talented head pâtissier, Afternoon Tea is the perfect way to celebrate your visit to Waddesdon. Children's...

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Colourscape

...are not allowed inside Colourscape, please park them outside and collect them when you've been through Most wheelchairs are compatible with Colourscape but some, especially electric wheelchairs, risk damage to...

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Waddesdon Imaginarium

...transformed the scanned images into detailed animations for the 11 minute long light show. Performances will be accompanied by an original sountrack created by 20 composition students and performed in...

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Object handling

...Breakfast Room and Dining Room. Piece of blue silk - a sample of blue silk which hangs on the walls of the Blue Silk Dining Room on the second floor...

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Jazz at the Manor

...Car park and shuttle buses run from 6-7pm and do not run during performances. No late admissions. Performance 7-9pm, without an interval Shuttle buses return to the car park at...

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Eythrope's Spectacular Snowdrops

...all open until 8pm. The shuttle bus back to the car park, free for Snowdrop tour visitors, will run until 8.30pm. Visitors must arrive at Waddesdon Manor car park at...

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Mindfulness in Nature Walks

...phone to take photos for some of the mindfulness exercises. Meet at 10.30am in the Manor Courtyard outside the shop. Face coverings may need to be worn on the walk....

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Helen & Douglas House - Garden of Memories

...lasting tribute to those who have touched our hearts. Each butterfly will be hand crafted by a blacksmith, ensuring a timeless keepsake that can last for generations. As well as...

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A Rothschild Treasury

...be mastered through scientific knowledge. Two astronomical clocks combine complex mechanisms with skilful metalworking and precious materials, and include the earliest known clock by Jeremias Metzger (1563). A clock by...

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Creatures & Creations

...carriage. Key links www.platon-socos.com www.saatchiart.com/platwnhHis reputation and knowledge in the scientific community was so great that many newly discovered creatures and plants, from fleas to giraffes, were subsequently named after...

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A Closer Look: Spotlight on French Royal Furniture by Jean-Henri Riesener

...mounted with finely chased and gilded bronzes. They are among 12 pieces of furniture now at Waddesdon that were originally at the Palace of Versailles. The exhibition is curated by...

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Bruce Munro, Field of Light

Field of Light returns in a new form and location, to celebrate 25 years since its conception. Munro and his team have ‘planted’ 9,000 slender stems crowned with radiant frosted-glass...

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Kate Malone: Inspired by Waddesdon

...libraries. Permanent exhibits Kate's work is in the permanent collections of the Victoria & Albert Museum, London, Manchester City Art Gallery and the Ashmolean Museum, Oxford. Visit Kate Malone's website...

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Alice's Wonderlands

...expert gardener and great collector of Renaissance and 18th-century art, Alice’s story has often been overshadowed by that of her brother. But not any more . . . In 2023,...

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Nick Knight: Roses from my Garden

...rose, and in some cases as they start to decay. Find out more about Nick Knight>Check our online shop for exclusive jigsaws, greetings cards and postcards designed by Nick Knight...

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Glorious Years: French Calendars from Louis XIV to the Revolution

...most effective communicator. Images were everywhere and consumed by all. The exhibition will explore the context in which these almanacs were made. And look at how these everyday prints and...

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Simon Periton: Resistance is Fertile

...spray-paint on glass, and large-scale architectural commissions in outdoor and indoor contexts. Combining resonances of fin de siècle aestheticism, punk iconography and kitsch, Periton’s sensuous visual language succeeds in being...

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