Inspired by Chartwell Painting Exhibition
See the winning paintings from the ‘Inspired by Chartwell’ Painting Competition
- Booking not needed
- Free event (admission applies)
In 2025, we invited amateur artists of all ages and experience to be inspired as Churchill was and enter their own paintings of the house, gardens or landscape at Chartwell into a competition to have their pieces displayed in Churchill’s studio throughout 2026.
A panel of judges selected the winning entries, and we are pleased to present them to our visitors as an exhibition in Churchill’s studio. The winning paintings are shown alongside Churchill’s works which number over 100 paintings.
Opening dates and times vary throughout the year, so please check our home page 'opening times' for the date you would like to visit.
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Prices
Event ticket prices
This event is free, but normal admission charges apply for the venue.
Check admission pricesThe basics
- Suitability
Children welcome
- Meeting point
Purchase a Garden and studio ticket from the visitor centre or a House, garden and studio ticket if you would like to see the house as well. Check 'opening times' on the homepage.
- What to bring and wear
Indoor exhibition, but there is a short walk outside to reach the studio.
- Accessibility
There is step-free access to the studio via a steep slope. There is a small lip on the threshold of the entrance and one stop to enter the ground floor area. Please see the AccessAble guide on the Chartwell homepage for more information.
- Other
The house re-opens on 28 February 2026. Opening dates/times for the house and studio may vary from each other throughout the year. Check the opening times on the homepage to plan your visit.
Upcoming events
National Lottery Open Week, 7-14 March 2026
To say thank you to the Lottery players who have made so much of our conservation work possible, we’re taking part in the National Lottery Open Week. Just present your lottery ticket or scratch card to explore Chartwell for free.
‘Churchill: Image and Power’ exhibition at Chartwell in the Uniform Room
Explore the restored Uniform Room and see Churchill's recently conserved clothing items in a special display.
Chartwell Highlights Tour: Churchill the Artist
Join one of our expert volunteer guides on an intimate tour of select rooms in the house at Chartwell, exploring Sir Winston Churchill’s relationship with art and his life through his paintings.
Community Easter Egg Display
This Easter come and see giant eggs decorated by local schools and community organisations.