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Meet Rembrandt at Dunham Massey

What might you discover by spending some time with a great work of art? Slow down, get comfortable, and spend time with Rembrandt at Dunham Massey in spring 2026.

  • Booking not needed
  • Free event (admission applies)

Usually on display at Buckland Abbey in Devon, Rembrandt’s self-portrait will tour the country, enabling more people than ever to ‘meet Rembrandt’. Slow looking provides a welcome break from the need to be busy and efficient, and can help with wellbeing, reducing stress and increasing empathy. Give yourself permission to have a seat, relax and take your time looking at this masterpiece with a free audio guide. What will you discover when you spend a little more time with Rembrandt?

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Prices

Event ticket prices

This event is free, but normal admission charges apply for the venue.

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The basics

Suitability

Suitable for all ages.

Meeting point

Meet Rembrandt will be in the house at Dunham Massey

Accessibility

Only assistance dogs allowed in the house. The experience is wheelchair accessible. Lighting levels are low. Visitors are encouraged to sit on the benches inside the room. Hearing loops are available.

Other

‘Meet Rembrandt’ is a self-led experience, available during normal house opening hours, no pre-booking required. The exhibition is included in the House, Park & Garden admission. Free for National Trust members. There is an on-site timed token system in place. Please collect your token from the Visitor Reception on arrival and meet at the house entrance at your allocated time. Time slots are approximately 20 minutes with a limited number of tokens available each day on a first come, first served basis. Last timed token is at 3pm.

Upcoming events

The Botanical World of Mary Delany 

Discover the pioneering technique of this eighteenth-century artist, whose ‘paper mosaiks’ were celebrated as scientifically accurate botanical specimens.

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on
13 Apr to 1 Nov 2026
at 10:00 to 16:00+ 202 other dates or times

Easter Adventures at Dunham Massey 

Join us for an Easter Adventure at Dunham Massey! Bring the whole family and enjoy a fun-filled day out.

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on
13 Apr to 19 Apr 2026
at 10:00 to 16:00+ 6 other dates or times

Reopening of Dunham Massey House 

Dunham Massey House will reopen to visitors following conservation and care in the winter months.

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on
13 Apr to 1 Nov 2026
at 11:00 to 16:15+ 202 other dates or times

From Here to There: a tour for children 

Pack your bags and get ready for Speechly's tour of the historic house.

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on
13 Apr to 1 Nov 2026
at 11:00 to 16:15+ 202 other dates or times