Conservation Wednesdays at Bateman's
Ever wondered what goes on behind the scenes to look after the collection at Bateman’s?
- Booking not needed
- Free event (admission applies)
Chat with the Bateman’s collections and house team and watch as they clean and maintain items from the collection, from tapestries to Rudyard Kipling’s beloved blue Rolls-Royce.
The team will be looking after the following items:
Curiosity cabinet in Kipling’s Study - 10 September
Model ships in Kipling’s Study - 8 October
11.30am–3.30pm
Free, normal admission applies
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This event is free, but normal admission charges apply for the venue.
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- Suitability
Suitable for all ages.
- Meeting point
Please ask at visitor reception for a meeting point.
- What to bring and wear
Please wear clothing suitable for the weather.
- Accessibility
The Parlour and Elsie’s Sitting Room are wheelchair accessible via the front entrance of the house. The Rolls Royce garage has a step up into the building and isn’t wheelchair accessible, but it still viewable from the path. Please see the access page at www.nationaltrust.org.uk/batemans for further information.
Upcoming events
Emily Gravett’s Tidy Trail at Bateman’s
Join Pete the Badger and his friends at Bateman’s for a fun-filled summer adventure.
Newly presented Kipling Collection Exhibition Room
The newly presented Kipling collection exhibition delves into the fascinating life, work, and legacy of author Rudyard Kipling.
Storytelling in the garden at Bateman's
Immerse yourself in children's stories read in the peaceful setting of Bateman’s garden.
Poetry reading in the garden at Bateman's
Listen to a selection of Kipling’s poetry, recited in the place which inspired the writing.