What s On ART GALLERY & PARK September December 2018
Compton Verney ART GALLERY AND PARK Where art meets nature... We re getting back to nature this autumn as we explore how the world-famous Victorian artist James Abbott McNeill Whistler was influenced by the world around him. This is an exciting first for us, having never shown Whistler s work at Compton Verney before. The artist s close observation of nature and its moods underpinned his powerful and haunting visions of nineteenth-century life, contrasting the natural and man-made worlds. This October we also present a spectacular temporary installation of art in the park; a special commission from artists Musson+Retallik who will illuminate the park and mansion with audio and visual designs to dazzle all ages. This is always a refreshing alternative to the firework displays of the season, and last year sold out well in advance. Book early to avoid missing out. To satisfy your Christmas shopping needs we ll be hosting our renowned annual Textile Fair in November, and will be partaking in Museum Shop Sunday, offering you great deals on high-quality gifts. Our festive weekends at the end of the season promise to delight the whole family with a range of activities from carol singing to Christmas crafts. Finally, we look forward to next year when we ll be staging an ambitious, blockbuster exhibition, Painting Childhood, in collaboration with the Royal Collection. Spring also sees the launch of our second eyecatcher art installation in the grounds. Compton Verney s entertaining programme of world-class exhibitions, events and experiences, and exquisite permanent collections make us a varied, engaging and rewarding place to visit. So come and see us soon! Professor Steven Parissien Chief Executive For the latest information visit 2018 Prices Membership See online for Member benefits and more information. Gold Membership Silver Membership Open Tue Sun Park 10.30am 6pm. From 31 Oct closes 5pm weekdays, 6pm weekends. Exhibitions, Galleries & Activities 11am 5pm. From 31 Oct closes 4pm weekdays, 5pm weekends. Last entry one hour before closing. Compton Kitchen 10.30am 4.30pm. From 31 Oct closes 4pm weekdays, 4.30pm weekends. Closed for winter from Sun 16 Dec. Individual Joint 32 62 28.80 Direct Debit 55.80 Direct Debit 28 54 25.20 Direct Debit 48.60 Direct Debit Annual Pass Adult Family Child 5 15 Under 5 ANNUAL PASS Includes entry to the Collections and Park for 12 months. ANNUAL PASS EXHIBITION UPGRADE TICKET 13 30 7 Free + 5.50 Day Admission Adult Family Child 5 15 Under 5 DAY TICKET Includes Exhibition 15 with Gift Aid 13.60 Without Gift Aid 33 with Gift Aid 30 Without Gift Aid 5 Free 5 Free DAY TICKET 10 with Gift Aid 23 with Gift Aid 5 Free Only available between exhibitions 9 Without Gift Aid 20.90 Without Gift Aid 5 Free Family tickets include two adults and up to four children. Concession prices available for seniors, unwaged and students with ID ( 1 off full price adult day tickets and Annual Passes) 2 Cover images: Old Westminster Bridge, 1859, James McNeill Whistler The Hunterian, University of Glasgow. Off the Dutch Coast, 1883-1884, James McNeill Whistler The Hunterian, University of Glasgow. 3
Autumn Exhibition This exhibition reveals new research into the influence of industry, the military and historical reflection on one of the greatest artists of the nineteenth century, through his depictions of natural and industrial landscapes. James Abbott McNeill Whistler (1834-1903) was an American artist who lived most of his life in the UK. He was known for his innovative artistic style and bold personality, with a reputation for verbal and legal retaliations against art critics, dealers, and artists who insulted his work. Through this intriguing collection of paintings, sketches and prints, we will examine how his family involvement in Victorian industry, and his career in the US military, shaped his knowledge of observational drawing and influenced his artistic style. It also looks afresh at his work in the context of attitudes to landscape in British art and design, shaped not only by classical revivalism but by a desire for landscape improvement and productivity. Whistler s smoky images of warehouses, harbours and industrial scenes were designed to showcase a new kind of productive, wealth-generating landscape for the modern Victorian age; a view of nature constrained by man-made structures and urban life. This exhibition has been developed in partnership with The Hunterian, University of Glasgow. Events Gold Member Preview Fri 19 Oct, 2pm 4.30pm Be among the first to view the exhibition, plus enjoy a special 10% discount in our Shop and Compton Kitchen on this day. Please note this is a special event for Gold Members only and Gold Member Guest Passes are not valid. Advanced booking is recommended. Daily Exhibition Tour Sat 27 Oct Sun 16 Dec, 12 noon and 2.30pm Explore the exhibition with this enlightening 45 minute tour led by our Gallery Interpreters. FREE for Members and visitors with a valid Exhibition Day Ticket. Places limited. Sign up on the day at the Welcome Centre or Gift Shop. Foolish Sunsets and Sublime Visions: Whistler and Nature Wed 14 Nov, 2.30pm 3.30pm Exhibition co-curator Dr Patricia de Montfort explores Whistler s close observation of nature in its differing gradations and moods. 12 per person Please note you will need a valid Membership, Annual Pass or Day Ticket. Images: Old Westminster Bridge, 1859, James McNeill Whistler The Hunterian, University of Glasgow. Off the Dutch Coast, 1883-1884, James McNeill Whistler The Hunterian, University of Glasgow. 4 5
Art in the Park Green Dwelling Opens March 2019 The March of the Imagination 26 28 Oct, 2 4 Nov, 9 11 Nov, 6.30pm 9.30pm Step into a spectacular and colourful adventure when we transform our mansion and parkland with light and sound installations this autumn. Over three weekends, a new artwork designed by Musson+Retallik will bring Compton Verney to life. Exploring the relationship between the human mind and machines, the work picks up on themes from our earlier Summer Exhibition, The Marvellous Mechanical Museum. Become part of the installation, shining a torch onto 4000 reflective shapes that lead you on a migration through the park, and witness how modern technology combines with Victorian inventions to reveal a secret, cinematic world. Advance booking is recommended. Family Activity Sat 27 Sun 28 Oct, Tue 30 Sun 4 Nov, Sat 10 Sun 11 Nov, 12 noon 5pm Musson and Retallick have designed two gallery spaces; one into a zone of experimentation and the other into a dark room to test your own illuminated forms. Can you help them transform and create an amazing light installation? Using simple light reflective materials, you will work together and contribute in making an immersive space for everyone to be transported into another world. Early Bird Offer! Adult 8, Child 3. Book before 30 Sep Spring 2019 sees the launch of our second eyecatcher art installation in the grounds. Green Dwelling has been imagined by Dutch artist Krijn de Koning, and will consist of a collection of differently-sized green blocks ranged across the Old Town Meadow. The blocks highlight the history of the land: once the site of the medieval village of Compton Murdak, the meadow was planted with elm trees in the 18th century, which were lost to Dutch elm disease in the 1970s. Like a modern Stonehenge, the blocks playfully reference these lost histories. Paths and picnic benches are integral to the design, transforming the meadow into a destination to explore and enjoy, and providing an exciting opportunity to re-frame familiar views of the Grade-I listed mansion house. The eyecatcher commission is part of a Heritage Lottery funded project to restore and reimagine Compton Verney s Capability Brown-designed landscape. Timed entry: 6.30pm, 7.30pm & 8.30pm Adults 10, Child 5 Last entry 9.15pm, Terms and Conditions Apply 6 7
Autumn events China Revealed Throughout the first week of October we take inspiration from our internationallysignificant collection of Chinese bronzes, and present a range of activities exploring Chinese art and culture. Discover more about ancient China and continuing cultural traditions through a varied programme of talks, dance, art and music. Hands On Ancient Chinese Bronzes Wed 3 Oct, 11am 12.30pm Bronze casting in ancient China reached astonishing levels of technical sophistication. Join our Chinese Collection specialist Morgan Jones for a tour of the collection followed by a unique opportunity to closely examine a number of bronzes first hand. Tickets 10 All events and activities are included in standard DAY TICKET admission and are FREE for Members and Annual Pass Holders unless otherwise stated. Talk: How to Bury an Emperor The Terracotta Army as a Building Project Fri 5 Oct, 2.30pm 3.30pm The Terracotta Army of the First Emperor of Qin is famous worldwide for its large number of soldiers and their life-like appearance. These impressive figures were part of an immense building project which may in the end have caused the downfall of the Qin dynasty. Learn more with Dr Anke Hein, Peter Moores Associate Professor of Chinese Archaeology at the University of Oxford. Tickets 12 China Family Day Sun 7 Oct, 11am 4pm Discover the secrets of our ancient Guardians, find out how our pottery horses and riders were made, or try your hand at water calligraphy. With dance, music and song provided by the multi-talented Chinese Community Centre, Birmingham. Talk: Professor Fiona Sampson Tue 16 Oct, 2.30pm 3.30pm Writer, poet, critic and broadcaster and one of our new Women s Library Curators Professor Fiona Sampson talks about her new biography of Mary Shelley, which was recently serialised on BBC Radio 4. Not only is this year the bicentenary of the publication of Shelley s celebrated novel Frankenstein; the title was also included in Georgiana Verney s choices for her Women s Library of c.1860. 8 9 Tickets 12 Please note, you will also need a valid Day Ticket, Membership or Annual Pass. Meet the Artist: Jackie Morris Fri 7 Dec, 11am 4pm Following the huge success of our The Lost Words exhibition in 2017, we commissioned artist Jackie Morris to create a new work to display in our café space. To celebrate the installation, Jackie will be present on this day to demonstrate her unique techniques, using gold leaf to complete a painting of a flock of birds related to the commissioned artwork. Textile Fair Sat 17 Nov, 10.30am 5pm Now in its eighth year, the Textile Fair showcases an impressive range of independent textile artists, employing embroidery, felt work and printing, among other techniques, to produce high quality items which are available to purchase throughout the day. A new partnership this year will see the local Embroiderer s Guild transform our Chapel with their own exhibition and drop-in workshops. Meet renowned textile artist and author Anne Kelly, whose love of Folk Art makes her visit to Compton Verney even more exciting. She will have items for sale and will be available to sign copies of her new book, Textile Folk Art. Available in our Gift Shop to purchase for 22.95. This event is included in a Membership, Annual Pass or DAY TICKET.
Christmas events Celebrate Christmas at Compton Verney... Take part in a range of Christmas activities as we begin the festive countdown, from making your own natural Christmas decorations, to festive storytelling. All events and activities are included in standard DAY TICKET admission and are FREE for Members and Annual Pass Holders unless otherwise stated. Natural Wonders Tree Decorations Sun 2, Sun 9, Sat 15 & Sun 16 Dec, 11am 4pm Make your own beautiful decorations out of natural materials found in the grounds to hang on your own tree for the festive season. 5 per person Christmas Concert by Royal Birmingham Conservatoire Chamber Choir Fri 14 Dec, 2.30pm 3.45pm Join us for a festive performance by Royal Birmingham Conservatoire Chamber Choir, with a varied programme of choral music and some traditional Christmas carols. Adults 15, Child 7 Festive Storytelling Sat 15 Dec Gather round the Christmas Tree to hear a pair of enchanting, much-loved stories. The Selfish Giant by Oscar Wilde recommended for 5-7 year olds 11.30am 11.45am Museum Shop Sunday Sun 25 Nov, 10.30am 5pm Celebrate Museum Shop Sunday with Compton Verney s Gift Shop! A great opportunity to find some unique and special Christmas gifts. We are offering 10% discount in our Gift Shop on this day. Whether you are looking to pick up the perfect gift for Christmas or are looking to treat yourselves to something new and unique, there s something for everyone. The Snow Queen read in two parts recommended for 8+ years 1pm 1.30pm & 2.15pm 2.45pm Spot Santa Sun 2 Dec & Sun 9 Dec, 1pm 3pm Father Christmas and his reindeer will be taking time out of his busy schedule to enjoy a couple of days out at Compton Verney can you spot him in our grounds? Big Bang and Brass Band Sun 16 Dec, 2pm 5pm Last entry 4pm Celebrate the end of the season with festive cheer! Ooh and ahh at a spectacular firework display with a send-off by the Royal Spa Brass Band. 10 11
Families All events and activities are included in standard DAY TICKET admission and are FREE for Members and Annual Pass Holders, unless otherwise stated. Dementia Café Tuesdays Explore our Permanent Collections Daily Activities No matter what the weather, there s always something to keep kids of all ages entertained, and to teach them about art, nature and history. The following activities are available for FREE every time you visit. Run riot in our woodland adventure playground. Play I-Spy through the window from the Family Discovery Room. Uncover the history of the grounds on a family trail. Test your orienteering skills around our course. Pick up an Explorer backpack and head off to understand a bit more about our collections. Venture right up to the loft and discover the secrets hiding in Marco s Design Cabinet. Early Years Forest School Every Thu during term-time, 12.30pm 2.30pm Learn forest crafts outside at our Forest Schools site. Take part in a range of activities for all abilities. Recommended for 3 5 year olds. Tiny Tuesdays Every Tue during term-time, 11.30am 3pm Forest School Family Thursday Thu 1 Nov, 11am 3pm Get creative together and unleash your imagination in our Family Discovery Room on the first floor. Play games and build with blocks and shapes alongside other toddlers, parents and carers. Recommended for 0-3 year olds. Come along dressed for the weather and get cosy round the fire. Play with light, mirrors and reflection in our blacked out cave. Bug hunting, mud kitchen and music area available for creative play. Tue 11 Sept, 9 Oct, 13 Nov, 11 Dec, 10.30am 12.30pm A supportive environment for those living with, or those supporting someone with Alzheimer s disease and dementia. Share experiences, simply chat with others in a similar situation, and take part in creative activities. Coming up: September Rations Memorabilia October November Choir Art & Engineering December Christmas Celebrations 12 per person, per year Includes Exhibition, Collections and Park admission for the year. Carers go free. Hosted in association with the Alzheimer s Society. Parkland Tour First Thu of every month at 1.30pm Join our Head of Landscape and Gardens, Gary Webb, for a tour that looks at the development and present day management of our Capability Brown Grade II* listed landscape. Sign up on the day. The tour includes some areas of uneven ground. Please speak to Gary if you require a level, smoother surface. Learn To Forage Sat 22 Sep, 10am 12.30pm An abundance of edible plants awaits you in the wild landscape of Compton Verney. Join experienced forager, John Noble on the ultimate local, seasonal foodie hunt around our grounds, and take home some of your findings such as sloes, rosehips and elderberry which can be made into liquors. Gain a greater appreciation of the land and its produce on a relaxing and informative walk. Adults 30 Tai Chi Third Sat of every month, 11am 12 noon Join Swan Tai Chi and learn the graceful, flowing movements of this traditional Chinese exercise in our beautiful parkland. 7 per session BOOK NOW online or call 01926 645500 Please note you will need a valid Membership, Annual Pass or Day Ticket We have six collections; Chinese, British Folk Art, Naples, Marx-Lambert, Northern European and British Portraits. Find out more about the works of art and their hidden histories from our passionate and knowledgeable Gallery Interpreters on one of their tours. Daily Collection Tour Tue Sun, 2pm An overview of one of the six collections. My Favourite Object Tue 2 Oct Fri 19 Oct, 12 noon An in-depth look at a particular work of art. Northern European Collection Talk Tue 2 Oct, 2.30pm 3.30pm Ahead of a redisplay of these remarkable works, join Eleanor Hutchison, National Gallery Curatorial Trainee to hear the results of new scientific research revealing the secrets that lie beneath the layers of paint. Tickets 5 BOOK NOW online or call 01926 645500 Please note you will need a valid Membership, Annual Pass or DAY TICKET 12 13
14 In the grounds Looking ahead to Spring 2019 Labyrinth Celebratory Day Sun 23 Sep Dowsing Labyrinth Have a go at dowsing (also known as divining), a technique used for many centuries to locate objects and materials, including ground water. It is still used by some farmers and water engineers. Sessions: 11am 11.30am 1.15pm 1.45pm 3.15pm 3.45pm Sarah-Jane Menato leads an interactive half hour session where you ll discover more about myths and labyrinths, what they may once have been, and what they might offer us today. Featuring ancient stories about Ariadne, Theseus, The Labyrinth and The Minotaur, as well as ancient themes which are still relevant to all of us. Sessions: 11.30am 12.30pm 1.45pm 2.45pm 3.45pm 4.45pm 5 per activity, 7 for both Please note, you will also need a valid Day Ticket, Membership or Annual Pass. BOOK NOW online or call 01926 645500 Suitable for families and adults Wildlife Tracking Day Sat 6 Oct, 10.30am 12 noon, 12.30pm 2pm, 3pm 4.30pm Read the signs and clues left behind by wild animals to work out what creatures have been visiting our woodland. Look for trails, droppings, fur, holes and scratchings to build a picture of what happens in the woods that we don t see. Also learn how to spot, record and report wildlife crime to help protect our woodland creatures by investigating a crime scene. A fun and exciting day in the woods that will help to protect badgers and their woodland friends. Suitable for older children 10 years plus, teenagers and adults. Tickets 10 Painting Childhood: From Holbein to Freud Sat 16 March Sun 16 June This celebration of children, childhood and innocence brings together some of the most iconic paintings, sketches and sculptures of children produced in the past 500 years. Featuring stunning portraits, amusing scenes and touching fancy pictures, the exhibition will explore the creative process and the specific challenges posed by painting children: from how to capture the fleeting moments of youth, to how to encourage young subjects to sit still. It also delivers deep insight into the place of family within an artist s life, and the ongoing tension between biography and creativity. Addressing themes such as Royal portraiture, play and learning, we will present masterpieces by artists including Hans Holbein the Younger, Anthony Van Dyck, Jan Steen, Bartolomé Esteban Murillo, William Hogarth, Joshua Reynolds, Thomas Gainsborough, Johan Zoffany, John Everett Millais, Stanley Spencer, Louise Bourgeois and Lucian Freud, and feature loans from the Royal Collection and the National Gallery, among others. Iconic paintings will be paired with their preparatory sketches, and subsequent works by other artists made after them in continuation of the artistic conversations that occurred throughout the centuries. Frans Zaver Winterhalter, King Edward VII (1841-1910), When Albert Edward, Prince of Wales, 1846, Royal Collection Trust/ Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II 2018 Childhood Now Sat 16 March Sun 16 June Furthering the conversation initiated in Painting Childhood, this sister-exhibition brings together the works of three contemporary figurative painters Chantal Joffe, Mark Fairnington and Matthew Krishanu. Drawn to the subject of children, each of these British artists depict childhood in very different ways. Fierce, tender and highly personal, Chantal Joffe s expressive paintings chart the growth of her daughter Esme from birth to adolescence, in relation to her own changing role as a mother. Mark Fairnington s approach turns a scientific eye to the depiction of his twin sons with hyperrealistic precision, while Matthew Krishanu s radiant paintings reveal memories of an exotic childhood in Bangladesh. Together, these three artists present fresh perspectives on what constitutes childhood today. Chantal Joffe, Poppy Esme Oleanna Gracie and Kate, 2014 Chantal Joffe, Courtesy the artist and Victoria Miro, London/Venice 15
Christmas hire Magical Winter Weddings at Compton Verney Winter weddings are truly magical at Compton Verney. Chapel now licensed Christmas at Compton Verney Treat your colleagues, friends or family to a truly festive treat in the splendid surroundings of our grand mansion. 60 per head. Tinsel & Bauble Package Glass of fizz or mulled wine on arrival Festive three course banquet Tables dressed with crackers DJ and dance floor until midnight Dedicated event manager Eat and Drink Package includes: Three course banquet Drinks package Entertainment Choice of six ceremony spaces Dedicated event manager The delicious menu at Compton Kitchen includes homemade soup of the day with artisan bloomer, a range of boomer and deli sandwiches, toasted paninis and a salad bar where customers can create their own salads from a fresh selection. The menu is reviewed seasonally and has dishes of the day such as the ribeye steak served with béarnaise sauce, field mushroom and slow-roasted tomato accompanied with truffle chips. As well as these tempting offers, younger guests can enjoy a half Compton Kitchen also caters for all dietary needs; including vegan and gluten free. If you need something more specific please speak to a member of the team who will be more than happy to help. Amadeus is keen to support the local economy by sourcing local ingredients, with two-thirds of all suppliers used being based locally. Alongside an extensive drinks menu there is also a delicious dessert of the day, sponge cake of the day and homemade fruit scones. Discounted 2018 dates available Save up to 3,000 Keep an eye out on the Compton Verney website using voucher code CVWINTERWED today. Email events@ or call 01926 64552 for Christmas offers and new winter menu. portion of any main meal. 16 17
Support Us Compton Verney Art Gallery and Park is an educational charity, where art meets nature for the benefit of all. There are lots of ways you can support us, and every gift, however small, makes a positive contribution to our future. For information, please contact ali.james@. For the latest information visit Corporate Membership Local, national and international corporate members can promote their brand, products and services to our 97,000 annual visitors, whilst providing invaluable support to our exhibition, learning and events programmes. They also enjoy a wide range of benefits. Contact the Development Department on 01926 645 562 for more information Events and Activities Open Tue Sun Park 10.30am 6pm. From 31 Oct closes 5pm weekdays, 6pm weekends. Exhibitions, Galleries & Activities 11am 5pm. From 31 Oct closes 4pm weekdays, 5pm weekends. Last entry one hour before closing. Compton Kitchen 10.30am 4.30pm. From 31 Oct closes 4pm weekdays, 4.30pm weekends. Closed for winter from Sun 16 Dec. All season Collection Tour Orienteering Tiny Tuesdays Dementia Café Art in the Afternoon Early Years Forest School Parkland Tour Daily, 2pm Daily Every Tue, term-time, 11.30am 3pm Every second Tue of the month, 10.30am 12.30pm Every first Wed of the month, 2pm 4pm Every Thu, term-time, 12.30pm 2.30pm Every first Thu of the month, 1.30pm September Exhibition Tours: Marvellous Mechanical Museum and Rodney Peppè s World of Invention TALK: Automata in Literature and Culture Learn to Forage Labyrinth Celebratory Day October My Favourite Object Northern European Collection Talk Hands on Ancient Chinese Bronzes Until Sun 30 Sep, 12 noon and 2.30pm Wed 5 Sep 2.30pm 3.30pm Sat 22 Sep, 10am 12.30pm Sun 23 Sep Tue 2 Oct Fri 19 Oct 12 noon and 2.30pm Tue 2 Oct, 2.30pm 3.30pm Wed 3 Oct, 11am 12.30pm TALK: How to Bury an Emperor Fri 5 Oct, 2.30pm 3.30pm Wildlife Tracking Day China Family Day TALK: Professor Fiona Sampson Exhibition Gold Member Preview Half Term Forest School The March of the Imagination The March of the Imagination Family Activity Sat 6 Oct Sun 7 Oct, 11am 4pm Tue 16 Oct, 2.30pm 3.30pm Fri 19 Oct, 2pm 4.30pm Thu 25 Oct, 11am 4pm Fri 26 Sun 28 Oct, 6.30pm 9.30pm Sat 27 Sun 28 Oct, 12 noon 5pm November The March of the Imagination Family Activity Exhibition Tour: Whistler and Nature Tue 30 Sun 4 Nov, Sat 10 Sun 11 Nov, 12 noon 5pm Daily from Sat 27 Oct, 12 noon and 2.30pm The March of the Imagination Fri 2 Sun 4, Fri 9 Sun 11 Nov 6.30pm 9.30pm TALK: Foolish Sunsets and Sublime Visions: Whistler and Nature Textile Fair Museum Shop Sunday December Exhibition Tour: Whistler and Nature Natural Wonders Tree Decorations Spot Santa Meet the Artist: Jackie Morris Christmas Concert Festive Storytelling Big Bang and Brass Band Wed 14 Nov Sat 17 Nov, 10.30am 5pm Sun 25 Nov, 10.30am 5pm Daily from Sat 27 Oct, 12 noon and 2.30pm Sun 2, Sun 9, Sat 15 & Sun 16 Dec, 11am 4pm Sun 2 Dec and Sun 9 Dec, 1pm 3pm Fri 7 Dec, 11am 4pm Fri 14 Dec, 2.30pm 3.45pm Sat 15 Dec Sun 16 Dec, 2pm 5pm Tai Chi Every third Sat of the month, 11am 12 noon Exhibition Tour: Whistler and Nature Daily from Sat 27 Oct, 12 noon and 2.30pm 18 19
Visitor information Public transport links Bus: The Number 6 bus runs Mon-Sat and stops at Compton Verney Spring Hill. The 67A and 67B bus service running on Sundays and most Bank Holidays final stop is Compton Verney. For further information visit: www.stagecoachbus.com/ Rail: The nearest stations are Leamington Spa, Banbury and Stratford-upon-Avon. Access The Gallery is fully accessible on all floors, and there are wheelchair friendly paths throughout the Park. Large print guides, wheelchairs and hearing loops are available. Assistance dogs are welcome. Dogs Assistance dogs only in the Gallery and main park. Dogs on leads are allowed along the footpath in the Old Town Meadow only. Parking Parking is free. Blue badge spaces are available. Visitors can be dropped off at the gallery. Shuttle bus To take you from the car park to the gallery. Subject to volunteer availability. Group visits Discounted admission, free organiser tickets and exclusive offers are available for groups of 15+. Call Emily on 01926 645516 for more details. Further information Please call 01926 645500 or email info@ A46 Birmingham A46 Stratfordupon-Avon M40 Coventry Warwick Leamington Spa A429 15 14 B4087 Wellesbourne B4086 Fosse Way How to find us A46 13 Kineton A422 B4086 B4455 12 B4100 A425 Banbury A423 M40 Southam 11 Oxford & London We are situated 9 miles south-east of Stratford-upon-Avon, on the B4086 between Wellesbourne and Kineton. From the M40 take junction 12 or 15 and follow the brown signs. In case of bad weather please refer to our website for more information. Warwickshire, CV35 9HZ T. 01926 645500