Heritage Open Days
Visit for free for Heritage Open Weekend on Saturday 12 and Sunday 13 September.
- Booking not needed
- Free event
Join us over the Heritage Open Days weekend to explore the extraordinary art collection in the striking state rooms of the Baroque inspired House. Take a stroll in the expansive 'Capability' Brown landscaped Park, where you might spot some of the fallow deer herd. Relax in the Pleasure Garden, the perfect place for a picnic. Discover the story behind the historic ice house on a guided tour - tickets allocated on a first come, first served basis. There will also be 10 minute highlight talks throughout the day. See the board by the house entrance for talk and tour times and topics on the day.
Our volunteers will be running free historical walks through Petworth Town, lasting approximately 1 hour. Discover the fascinating connections between Petworth House and the town, which have been intimately linked for 900 years. Walks run throughout the day so please ask our Reception Team for times, and collect your ticket at Church Lodge.
Visitors will also be able to see our exhibition 'Expressions in Blue: Monumental Porcelain by Felicity Aylieff', which features towering sculptures on display throughout the house and two monolithic obelisks in the ground.
We will be open for free for Heritage Open Days on Saturday 12 and Sunday 13 September 2026. No booking required.
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The basics
- Suitability for children
Suitable for families
Upcoming events
Summer Family Trail: Adventures in Blue
Step into a world of colour, creativity, and imagination on this fun family trail.
Expressions in Blue: Monumental Porcelain by Felicity Aylieff
Towering sculptures by renowned ceramicist Felicity Aylieff are being exhibited at Petworth House and Park. The exhibition takes place across the whole property including installations throughout the house, and in the grounds.
Little Antlers
Join us for some hands-on fun! Roll up your sleeves and get stuck in to our activities, specially designed for toddlers aged 2 – 4.
Watercolour painting influenced by Turner at Petworth House
Paint with watercolour in the style of Turner at Petworth House. Learn how to capture the essence of light and atmosphere, tonal shape and composition. Learn how to explore the narrative, and how to draw the viewer in to engage their interest.