Conservation Wednesdays
Ever wondered what goes on behind the scenes to look after the collection at Bateman’s?
- Booking not needed
- Free event (admission applies)
See the work that helps to clean and maintain the collections here at Bateman's and have the chance to chat to the collections and house team. Our regional curator is joining us on the 15 April to share insight into the work, this is a great opportunity to learn more and enhance your visit to Bateman's.
We have planned to work on a range from our collection including textiles, ships, and Rudyard Kipling’s beloved blue Rolls Royce.
The team will be looking after:
Parlour cabinets, 8 April
Rolls Royce, 13 May
Textiles in the Kipling's bedroom, 17 June
Objects in the Study, 22 July
Parlour textiles, 12 August
Hall tapestry, 9 September
Ships in study, 14 October
11.30am to 3.30pm
Free with admission
Times
Prices
Event ticket prices
This event is free, but normal admission charges apply for the venue.
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- Suitability
Suitable for adults.
- 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.
- Other
Normal admission applies, free event.
Upcoming events
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World Poetry Day
Listen to a selection of Kipling’s poetry, recited in the place which inspired the writing.
Easter Children's Crafts
Get creative this Easter with Children's crafts. Design a greeting card for friends or paint your own bird house.