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at Upton House and Gardens

'Modern Muse'- an exhibition by Arpita Shah 

Celebrating the nine Greek Muses in our collection, Upton House and Gardens presents ‘Modern Muse’, an exhibition by acclaimed photographic artist Arpita Shah.

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10 Mar to 19 Jul 2026
at 10:00 to 16:30+ 131 other dates or times

Sense and explore in winter 

Use all your senses in Upton's outdoors this winter season with this slow-looking resource for little explorers.

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10 Mar to 15 Mar 2026
at 10:00 to 17:00+ 5 other dates or times

'The Six Seasons' - an exhibition by Emily Allchurch 

‘The Six Seasons’ is an exhibition of new digital collages by the British artist Emily Allchurch inspired by Bruegel’s ‘Seasons’ paintings from 1565.

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10 Mar to 5 Jul 2026
at 11:00 to 15:00+ 117 other dates or times

Upton social walks 

Discover the Warwickshire countryside surrounding Upton House and Gardens and meet new people on these gentle-to-moderate walks.

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19 Mar to 15 Oct 2026
at 10:30 to 12:00+ 4 other dates or times

Easter adventures at Upton House and Gardens 

This spring, treat the whole family to a world of adventure at Upton House and Gardens on an Easter trail.

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28 Mar to 12 Apr 2026
at 10:00 to 16:00+ 15 other dates or times

Drawing Class: Upton House Interiors 

Lizzie Bentley leads this fun drawing class amidst the galleries at Upton House and inspired by its world-class collection of European art.

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14 Apr to 5 May 2026
at 10:45 to 12:45+ 3 other dates or times

Tai chi at Upton House and Gardens 

Join Debbie Wild from the Swan School of Tai Chi and Qigong to discover this ancient Chinese exercise in these weekly classes suitable for beginners and all levels of fitness.

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16 Apr to 29 Oct 2026
at 11:30 to 12:45+ 28 other dates or times

Create your own portrait makeover 

Make over the portrait of Martin Ruzé and create your own fun mask.

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23 May to 31 May 2026
at 11:00 to 14:00+ 8 other dates or times

Curator's talk - '‘Giver of Delight’: Euterpe, the Muse of Music, in Visual Art' 

Join Charlotte de Mille for a talk exploring how artists across centuries have portrayed Euterpe, Greek Muse of music as a symbol of lyrical inspiration.

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28 May 2026
at 17:00 to 19:00

Peaceful botanics - plein air painting workshop 

Join us for a tranquil day of 'plein air' painting in Upton's summer garden in a relaxed and friendly workshop suitable for all abilities, from beginners to seasoned artists looking for a new challenge.

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9 Jun to 11 Jul 2026
at 10:00 to 15:00+ 1 other date or time

Tea and talk - Colours of the Renaissance 

Join us for an afternoon bringing to life stories of the colourful pigments artists have used to create some of Upton's most distinctive paintings. Followed by a choice of tea/coffee and scones in Upton's Pavilion cafe.

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18 Jun 2026
at 14:45 to 17:00

Summer evening jazz - Great Central Big Band 

Join us for a magical evening of Big Band music in Upton’s beautiful outdoor setting. Featuring an irresistible mix of swing, Latin rhythms, timeless classics, and more!

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4 Jul 2026
at 18:00 to 20:00

A guided walk along the tip of the Cotswolds 

Discover stunning countryside on the tip of the Cotswolds on this moderate 5-mile walk led by the Cotswold Voluntary Wardens.

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16 Jul 2026
at 10:00 to 15:00

Meet Rembrandt: A slow looking experience 

Slow down, get comfortable, and spend time with Rembrandt at Upton House and Gardens this summer.

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17 Jul to 8 Nov 2026
at 11:00 to 15:00+ 114 other dates or times

'On Light and Flowers', an exhibition by Lizzie Bentley 

This summer, Upton's Squash Court Gallery will be filled with light and flowers, as local artist Lizzie Bentley exhibits her botanical paintings, including works inspired by Upton's gardens.

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1 Aug to 6 Sep 2026
at 10:00 to 16:30+ 36 other dates or times

Music on the Lawn 

Enjoy live music in the intimate outdoor setting of Upton House and Gardens every Sunday this August, and Bank Holiday Monday.

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2 Aug to 31 Aug 2026
at 12:00 to 14:00+ 5 other dates or times

Pirates of Penzance by Illyria 

Ahoy, landlubbers and lovers of laughter! Award-winning Illyria returns with this Gilbert & Sullivan favourite. Grab your picnic blankets, sharpen your wit, and prepare to set sail for an evening of high‑spirited hijinks!

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8 Aug 2026
at 18:00 to 20:30

Sanderson Miller and the Vale of Red Horse walk 

Explore footpaths with expansive views along the Vale of the Red Horse on this moderate 6.5-mile walk led by Cotswold Voluntary Wardens.

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15 Aug 2026
at 10:00 to 15:00