Heritage Open Days at Wightwick Manor and Gardens - Free Entry
Welcome one, welcome all to our free open days on 19 & 20 September! Discover the Rossetti exhibition, uncover the story of the Mander family and learn about some of the fascinating guests who have visited the Manor over the years.
- Booking not needed
- Free event
Step into history this Heritage Open Days weekend, Saturday 19 and Sunday 20 September, with free entry to Wightwick Manor and Gardens. Discover the charm of a Victorian family home filled with Pre-Raphaelite art and William Morris interiors. The Manor is open 11am–5pm (last entry 4pm).
Explore The Rossettis: Siblings and Spouses, a major new exhibition throughout the Manor celebrating one of Victorian Britain’s most creative families. Discover the artistic and literary legacy of Christina, Dante Gabriel, Maria and William Rossetti, alongside Elizabeth Siddal and Lucy Madox Brown. See new acquisitions, rediscovered drawings and rarely seen works, including a newly acquired portrait of Christina Rossetti by Dante Gabriel Rossetti. The exhibition also celebrates Lady Mander’s pioneering work in building Wightwick’s renowned Rossetti collection.
Discover the story of the Mander family and learn about their lives, interests and some of the fascinating guests who have visited the Manor over the years.
Wander through 17 acres of gardens, explore the Woodland Play area, then enjoy a homemade lunch or ice cream at Mander’s Tearoom. Don’t forget to visit the Old Manor Shop for curds, jams and arts and crafts-inspired gifts.
No booking required. Free entry all weekend.
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The basics
- Accessibility
Separate mobility parking. Adapted toilet in car park and next to tearoom. Mobility scooters not permitted in House or Gallery. Electric and manual wheelchairs welcome. Access in Manor via ramp. Access to Gallery via lift. Partly accessible grounds, slopes, some steps, grass paths. Map of accessible route. Some visitors may require assistance from their companion.
- Meeting point
Please check in at our Visitor Reception in our main car park on arrival to check in and to find out what's on.
- Suitability for children
Everyone welcome
- What to bring and wear
Please dress appropriately for the weather of the day. Please note, stiletto heels, bags larger in size than A4, and food & drink, are not permitted in the Manor or Gallery.
- Other
No booking required. Upon arrival, please head to our Visitor Reception on the main car park for your site map and for information about what we have on during the day. Please note, our car park can fill up quickly on busy days, so please consider car sharing or arriving by public transport or bike.
Upcoming events
Exhibition - The Rossettis: Siblings and Spouses
Discover the remarkable creative world of one of Victorian Britain’s most talented families in a major new exhibition at Wightwick Manor, featuring new acquisitions, rediscoveries and rarely seen works from the Rossetti circle.
Pressed Flower Art Design Workshop with The Lilac Tree
Join The Lilac Tree for a creative and relaxing Pressed Flower Art Workshop at the picturesque Wightwick Manor and Gardens.
Make more of your Photography Workshop at Wightwick Manor and Gardens with Lindsey Bucknor OBE
Join us in the wonderful surroundings here at Wightwick to build on what you already know and see what you can do with your photography.
Don't Go into the Cellar, Victorian Theatre presents 'Wilde about Oscar'
Join us in the Great Parlour for this original stage-play. Brought to you by Don't Go Into The Cellar Theatre - the British Empire's leading practitioners of macabre Victoriana!