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‘Everyone had a fabulous day - many said it was the best outing we had ever given them!’

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Explore the artists’ village

Watts Gallery - Artists’ Village is a unique Arts & Crafts gem nestled in the Surrey Hills, 40 minutes from London or the south coast.

The Artists’ Village is the home, studios, gallery, chapel and joint architectural legacy of the great Victorian artist G F Watts and renowned designer Mary Watts.

Groups of 8 or more people save on admission prices and get a discount in our shop. A variety of catering options are also available from our award-winning Tea Shop.

Exciting events and exhibitions showcase paintings, sculptures, architecture and pottery, continuing the Wattses’ legacy of Art for All.

HELEN ALLINGHAMNovember 2017 - February 2018

The Artists’ Village will hold a major exhibition dedicated to the life and work of the artist Helen Allingham RWS (1848-1926). Allingham is one of the most familiar and well-loved of Victorian artists. Yet despite this strong reputation, and the praise of her work by contemporary critics such as John Ruskin, the public understanding of Allingham remains restricted. We will be showing landscapes, architectural scenes, garden studies and portraits – in addition to examples of her early work as a book illustrator and as a graphic artist for the leading periodicals of the day.

EXHIBITIONS

THE DE MORGAN COLLECTIONLong-term loan

Enjoy a display of ceramics and oil paintings by William and Evelyn De Morgan. Bringing together richly decorated ceramics by William De Morgan with visionary symbolic paintings by his wife, Evelyn, this sumptuous display showcases the artistic achievements of this extraordinary creative partnership.

WATTS GALLERY40 minute tour: £4ppDiscover the diverse collection of works by the great Victorian artist G F Watts in the historic Watts Gallery, with over 100 paintings and sculptures on permanent display.

LIMNERSLEASE, THE ARTISTS’ HOME1 hour 15 minutes tour: £5ppExplore Limnerslease, one of the most celebrated Arts & Crafts houses in Surrey, designed by the famous architect Sir Ernest George. Enter the home where G F and Mary Watts lived and see the decorative gesso panels designed by Mary.

ARTS & CRAFTS WALKING TOUR 1 hour 30 minutes tour: £6ppLearn more about the Arts & Crafts architecture of the Artists’ Village in a walking tour, visiting the Pottery Building, home of the Compton Potters Guild. Watts Gallery, Watts Chapel, Limnerslease and Watts Studios.

WATTS CHAPEL1 hour 15 minutes tour: £5ppWatts Chapel is a Grade I listed Arts & Crafts masterpiece, created by Mary Watts. The interior is a unique example of Art Nouveau and celtic design.

A FULL DAY AT THEARTISTS’ VILLAGE£20pp excluding refreshmentsEnjoy a full day at the Artists’ Village with tours of Watts Gallery, Watts Chapel and Limnerslease. Then explore the temporary exhibition and Watts Studios. Take a break for delicious refreshments in the Old Kiln provided by our Tea Shop.

POTTERY WORKSHOPS2 hours 30 minutes workshop: £15ppBook a hands-on experience in a unique practical workshop led by a professional potter. Use Mary Watts’s amazing Chapel decoration as inspiration to create your own designs.

EXTERNAL TALKS1 hour talk: £85Invite one of our expert guides to come and talk to your group at your location. We offer talks including the restoration of Watts Gallery and Watts Studios, the Artists’ Village, Mary Watts and the Watts Chapel.

TOURS, TALKS & WORKSHOPS

JOINT VISITS

CATERING Prices from £3 - £12ppGroups can take advantage of the pre-bookable dining area in the original kiln used by Mary Watts. Enjoy a morning coffee break, delicious lunch or indulgent afternoon tea provided by our traditional Tea Shop.

EXHIBITION TOUR30 minute tour: £4ppJoin an expert Guide for an insight into our current temporary exhibition.

THE DE MORGAN COLLECTION45 minute talk: £5ppWith this curator-led talk, see the remarkable ceramics and oil paintings of William and Evelyn De Morgan, on loan from the De Morgan Foundation. They were not only close friends of the Wattses but also key figures in the Arts & Crafts Movement.

Gain a unique insight into Surrey's heritage by visiting two venues in one day. Email groups@wattsgallery.org.uk for details.

Loseley Park Guildford Cathedral Hatchlands Park

Watts Gallery - Artists’ VillageDown Lane, Compton, Guildford, Surrey GU3 1DQ

GETTING HERE

Coach: Coaches can drop at the Artists’ Village and park at Loseley Park, 5 minutes away. Coaches must be booked in advance.

Car: From the A3, take the B3000 Godalming slip road, first exit at the roundabout onto The Street, first left onto Down Lane.

Rail: Guildford Station. Direct trains from London Waterloo up to 4 times an hour with a 5-minute taxi drive from station.

Compo: Pre-book our minibus service from Guildford Station and use as a shuttle service onsite.

Watts Gallery Trust is an independent charity that receives no regular government funding. Your support is essential to us. Registered Charity No. 313612.

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GROUP ADMISSION

Adults £9.50pp (2018 price)Students £4.50pp

Groups receive 10% discount in the shop at Watts Gallery - Artists’ Village.

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