TOUR: Collecting Passions
Discover how Lord Fairhaven’s passion for collecting shaped Anglesey Abbey
- Booking not needed
- Free event (admission applies)
Visiting the Newmarket Bedroom, Library and Upper Gallery, this guided tour explores the different ways Lord Fairhaven built and displayed his remarkable collection. From returning to favourite subjects and collecting more than could ever be displayed, to creating new rooms for his growing treasures, the tour reveals how collecting transformed both the house and the experience of those who visited it.
This tour is running every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday throughout October from Monday 5 October, at 11am, 12:30pm, and 2pm. The tours last for approximately 45 minutes followed by time for questions.
Please note that the upstairs of the house is closed for annual conservation work. The downstairs of the house is open as usual. If you would like to join a tour, please let a member of the welcome team know in the visitor centre on the day.
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Event ticket prices
This event is free, but normal admission charges apply for the venue.
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- Accessibility
This tour explores the upstairs of the house, and is suitable for visitors who can climb up and down more then 20 stairs.
- Meeting point
Please collect a ticket from Visitor Reception. The tours begin at the entrance to the Tapestry Hall, located under the archway and approximately a 10 minute walk from the Visitor Centre.
- Suitability for children
This tour is aimed at adults, but all are welcome.
- What to bring and wear
Although this tour is indoors, please dress for the season as it can get chilly in the house.
- Other
Tickets are allocated on a first-come-first served basis.
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