The Chinese House opening for East and South East Asian Heritage Month
As part of East and South East Asian Heritage Month step inside the Chinese House and discover a fascinating story of travel, cultural exchange and artistic inspiration.
- Booking not needed
- Free event (admission applies)
Get exclusive access to Shugborough's historic Chinese House during East and South East Asian Heritage Month.
Step inside one of the estate's most distinctive garden buildings and discover the story behind this remarkable landmark. Built around 1747, the Chinese House reflects Britain's growing fascination with Chinese art and design and remains one of the earliest surviving examples of Chinoiserie architecture in Britain.
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This event is free, but normal admission charges apply for the venue.
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- Accessibility
Stepped access to the Chinese House
- Meeting point
The Chinese House
- What to bring and wear
Please bring suitable outdoor clothing for the weather forecast.
Upcoming events
Zodiac Trail for East and South East Asian Heritage month
The Zodiac Trail will wind through the formal gardens to the Chinese House
The Painted Paradise: 18th century landscapes of Shugborough
Discover Shugborough's historic landscapes through this exhibition of recently conserved watercolour paintings.
Chinese Calligraphy & Cultural Workshop - ESEA Heritage Month
Discover the fascinating world of Chinese characters and traditional brush calligraphy with CultureKind Chinese Community as part of East and South East Asian Heritage Month
Traditional Chinese Dance Workshop - ESEA Heritage Month
Celebrate East and South East Asian Heritage Month (ESEA) by experiencing the colour, beauty and energy of traditional Chinese dance with CultureKind Chinese Community.