About Heritage open days

Saturday 12 & Sunday 13 and Saturday 19 & Sunday 20 September

Fancy a fantastic day out? Discover the amazing heritage of this hidden treasure with free entry and tours for the whole family!

To celebrate Heritage Open Days, we're throwing open our doors for free on 12, 13, 19 & 20 September. There are loads of ways to explore on the day, so everyone can dig into our unique history at their own pace.

Marvel at the work of Victorian artist George Frederic Watts in the Historic Galleries. Wander through the stunning Grade I listed Watts Cemetery Chapel, dressed in magical decorative details designed by Mary Watts. Peek inside Limnerslease, the beautiful historic home and studios where our artist-founders lived and worked. Then let the kids run wild across 18 acres of gorgeous woodland and gardens!

No visit is complete without a browse in our Shop, packed with gorgeous homewares, jewellery, books, stationery, clothing and ceramics. Head upstairs to Watts Contemporary Gallery to see our latest exhibition, with artworks you can even take home. And when it's time for a break, swing by the Café for tasty takeaway treats or relax with table service.

What's on?

Don't miss these free talks and tours

  1. Historic gallery features oil paintings in gold frames and sculptures
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    Watts Gallery tour

  2. Vase in glass case in gallery
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    De Morgan exhibition tour

Explore Watts Gallery

Inside of gallery with paintings and sculptures

Watts Gallery

Discover some of GF Watts most incredible works. Before enjoying the De Morgan and temporary exhibition.

Limnerslease: Artists' Home

Visit GF Watts's studio, the Mary Watts gallery and GF and Mary's home.
The inside of the chapel with intricate and colourful panels

Watts Cemetery Chapel

Marvel at the Grade I listed chapel, designed by Mary Watts and built by a village.
White vases with colourful patterns on a table with a vase of yellow flowers

Watts Contemporary Gallery

Enjoy a changing programme of contemporary exhibitions, with all works for sale

Grounds and Gardens

Wander trails and discover our beautiful grounds and gardens

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