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Luke Jerram's Helios at Osterley Park

Come and see Luke Jerram’s 7-metre spherical sculpture, Helios, centre-stage at the top of Osterley House's beautiful 18th century portico. Revel in the sun's dramatic beauty and power up close!

  • Booking not needed
  • Free event

This is a unique opportunity to see and experience a compelling piece of art which prompts feelings of awe, belonging, gratitude and inquisitiveness. Visitors of all ages will be enraptured by what they see at the architect Robert Adam's grand portico entrance to Osterley House.

Visitors can see Helios on Monday 9th June and then from 11th - 14th July.

Named after the ancient Greek god of the sun, Helios offers a detailed view of our solar system's greatest star, including rare features like sunspots. The sculpture is scaled so that each centimetre represents 2,000 kilometres of the real sun's surface. 

The portico, dating from around 1765-67, is a grand outdoor location for this seven-metre spherical artwork. Helios will be displayed centre stage, providing a glowing welcome for your day out with us.

Helios has been co-commissioned by National Trust, Cork Midsummer Festival, Liverpool Cathedral, Old Royal Naval College and University College London.​

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The basics

Suitability

This event is suitable for people of all ages.

Meeting point

The installation is viewed via the parkland, which is outside the pay barrier. Normal prices for the car park and for admission into the House & Gardens apply.

What to bring and wear

Please wear comfortable, weather appropriate clothing as this is an outdoor art installation.

Accessibility

Please contact Osterley Park if you require access support. We have a limited selection of Personal Mobility Vehicles (PMVs) for hire in advance. Our usual 5-6 seater access buggy is currently unavailable.

Other

The viewing area (the parkland) may need to be closed late notice due to high winds or bad weather.

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