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Helios art installation
Helios is a sun sculpture by Luke Jerram. It's touring some of the places in our care, as well as some partner sites, to mark the launch of our new 10-year strategy. We invite everyone to experience the sun's hidden beauty and power up close through this seven-metre artwork. Find out where you can visit Helios near you.
Helios was co-commissioned by National Trust, Cork Midsummer Festival, Liverpool Cathedral, Old Royal Naval College and University College London.
Connecting people, art and nature
The sun has inspired people throughout history as a symbol of life, light and renewal. By blending art with science, Helios invites us to reflect on the forces that shape our planet, and recognise our role in serving and protecting the natural world.
How to experience Helios
- Ickworth Estate, Suffolk
- Helios will be showcased at Ickworth from 2 to 5 May 2025 and 8 to 11 May 2025. Time slots will be every 30 minutes from 9.15am-3.30pm each day. There will also be an evening opening from 4.15pm - 7.45pm on 2 May 2025.Visit Helios at Ickworth Estate
- Dyffryn Gardens, Vale of Glamorgan
- Explore Helios at Dyffryn from 23 to 26 May 2025 and 29 May to 1 June 2025, 10am-6pm, with evening openings from 7pm-10pm on 23, 24, 30, and 31 May 2025.Visit Helios at Dyffryn Gardens
- Osterley Park and House, London
- Visit Helios at Osterley from 6 to 10 June 2025 and 11 to 14 July 2025. Opening times will be shared soon.Visit Helios at Osterley Park and House
- Charterhouse, West Midlands
- You can visit Helios at Charterhouse from 31 July to 3 August 2025 and 7 to 10 August 2025. Opening times will be shared soon.Visit Helios at Charterhouse
- Basildon Park, Berkshire
- Helios will be at Basildon Park from 15 to 18 August 2025 and 22 to 25 August 2025. Opening times are 12pm-10pm.Visit Helios at Basildon Park
- Clandon Park, Surrey
- Helios will be displayed at Clandon Park from 10 to 14 September 2025. Opening times will be shared soon.Visit Helios at Clandon Park
- Saltram, Devon
- Experience Helios at Saltram from 19 to 22 September 2025 and 25 to 28 September 2025. Opening times will be shared soon.Visit Helios at Saltram
- Fountains Abbey, Yorkshire
- Helios will be on display at Fountains Abbey on 4 to 5 October 2025 and 11 to 12 October 2025 from 10am-9pm.Visit Helios at Fountains Abbey
- Kedleston Hall, Derbyshire
- Discover Helios at Kedleston Hall from 17 October to 2 November 2025. Opening times will be shared soon.Visit Helios at Kedleston Hall
Other locations
Helios will also be displayed at other sites around the UK, including Downham Estate in Lewisham, London.
Further details about dates and locations will be shared soon. We look forward to welcoming everyone to experience this installation.
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