Group Visits
Whether your group wants an overview of the collection, has a special area of interest or wishes to explore a particular exhibition, we can provide a wide range of tours and talks to meet your requirements.
Groups of 8 or more people save on admission prices and also get a discount in our shop. A variety of catering options are also available from our award-winning Tea Shop.
All coach drivers and Blue Badge Guides bringing groups receive free admission.
Download our Groups Guide for details.
Contact Us
To discuss your group's requirements and to book, please call 01483 813589 or email groups@wattsgallery.org.uk. You can also download our Group Visits Booking Form at the bottom of this page.
We recommend booking a minimum of 1 month in advance. All bookings are subject to availability.
Tours, Talks & Workshops
Explore the Artists' Village and its incredible collections with a range of tour options, including foreign language tours and audio-description tours for blind and partially sighted visitors.
A Full Day at the Artists' Village
Enjoy a full day at the Artists' Village with tours of Watts Gallery, Watts Chapel and Limnerslease house plus the opportunity to explore the temporary exhibitions.
- £20 per person
- Duration: 6 hours
Watts Gallery Tour
Discover the most famous, beautiful and challenging artworks by England's greatest Victorian artist, G F Watts, including paintings and sculptures.
- £4 per person
- Duration: 40 minutes
Limnerslease Tour
Explore the home of G F and Mary Watts, one of the most celebrated Arts & Crafts houses in Surrey, designed by the famous architect Sir Ernest George.
- £5 per person
- Duration: 1.25 hours
Watts Chapel
See the Grade I listed Arts & Crafts masterpiece, designed by Mary Watts and created by Mary and people from the local village.
- £5 per person
- Duration: 1.25 hours
Exhibition Tour
Our critically acclaimed temporary exhibition programme sheds new light on Victorian art and social history. See what's on and what's coming soon here.
- £5 per person
- Duration: 30 minutes
The De Morgan Collection
Uncover the jewel-like ceramics and oil paintings of William and Evelyn De Morgan, key figures in the Arts & Crafts movement, on long-term loan to the Artists' Village.
- £5 per person
- Duration: 45 minutes
Artists' Village Walking Tour
Learn more about the historic Arts & Crafts architecture of the Artists' Village on a guided walking tour of the entire estate.
- £6 per person
- Duration: 1.5 hours
Pottery Workshop
Enjoy a hands-on pottery experience led by a professional potter. Use Mary Watts's amazing Chapel decoration as inspiration for your own designs.
- £15 per person
- Duration: 2.5 hours
Off-Site Talk
Invite one of our expert guides to come to your group. Select from subjects including the restoration of Watts Gallery and Watts Studios, the Artists' Village and Mary Watts and Watts Chapel.
- £85
- Duration: 1 hour
Joint Visits
Gain a unique insight into Surrey's heritage by visiting two venues in one day. Email groups@wattsgallery.org.uk for details.
Loseley Park
Hatchlands Park
Guildford Cathedral
FAQs
Looking to organise a day out at the Artists' Village for a group? Download our booking information below and find out the answers to our most frequently asked questions.
