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Outdoor Painting Event at Chartwell

Be inspired by the gardens and landscape at Chartwell this summer at one of our outdoor painting events.

  • Booking essential
  • Free event

Bring along your easel or sketchpad, find a spot in the gardens of parkland, and capture the views across Chartwell that provided inspiration and solace to Sir Winston Churchill.

Participation in this event is free of charge, but booking is required. You will need to arrive at Chartwell between 9:30-11:30 to register before entering the grounds.

Please note: your booking includes free admission to the grounds of Chartwell including the Exhibition Room and Studio. It does not include entrance to the House. You will need to purchase a House entry ticket if you would like to go into the House.

Times

The basics

Booking details

Call 0344 249 1895

Suitability

Children welcome

Meeting point

Please go to the Main Visitor Centre on Arrival

What to bring and wear

Please bring your own art supplies and any required seating or equipment.

Accessibility

Please contact the property directly in advance to make arrangements if you have any access requirements.

Contact info

Central Box Office

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