Hinton Ampner: Unseen

Hinton Ampner: Unseen invites visitors beyond the familiar rooms and into the hidden stories of this remarkable house. Bringing together rarely displayed objects, behind-the-scenes insights and unexpected discoveries, the exhibition reveals the people, places and collections that have shaped Hinton Ampner over the years.

Explore furniture in new ways, including the Regency sideboard in the Dining Room, which will be opened to reveal its drawers, cupboards and revolving knife racks – showing how elegance and practicality came together in the life of the house. Visitors can also step inside the China Store, a space never before opened to the public, to discover how ceramics are stored, packed, marked and catalogued, and the conservation work that helps protect them for the future.

From treasures usually kept in store to fascinating conservation work and the stories behind the objects on display, Hinton Ampner: Unseen offers a fresh perspective on one of Hampshire's most treasured historic houses, while celebrating the staff and volunteers whose work helps care for its collections.

Whether you're visiting for the first time or returning to a familiar favourite, this exhibition offers the opportunity to uncover the extraordinary details that often remain out of sight.