Christmas at Watts

Special events – Included with admission

About Christmas at Watts

Get into the festive spirit at Watts Gallery this Christmas. See an enchanting exhibition, meet Father Christmas and join in one of our festive workshops.

Watts Chapel decorated for the first time

For the very first time, see the Chapel decorated with a tree, kindly donated by Hans Christmas Andersen, and decorated with terracotta decorations made by our volunteers, and handmade, hand painted decorations by charity and community partner, halow project.

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Limnerslease dressed for Christmas

George and Mary Watts would traditionally welcome local villagers to Limnerslease to celebrate Christmas together. Enjoy a touch of your own Victorian festivities with a visit to their home dressed with Christmas trees.

Our Limnerslease Christmas tree is sponsored by a local business, Hans Christmas Andersen. Find locally grown, freshly cut trees at Santa Fir, more information is on their website.

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Book onto one of our Christmas events

  1. Craft supplies laid out on a table
    Event

    The Make Space

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In Print: Joy

Browse and buy unique colourful prints in Watts Contemporary Gallery's latest exhibition. Perfect for Christmas gifts. Until 14 January 2023.

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Christmas shopping

Every time you purchase with us, either in person or online, you help support our important charitable work to engage all people with art.

Give the gift of art

This Christmas, give a gift that lasts all year. Treat a loved one to membership and let them enjoy art for twelve months, as well as many other benefits.

Christmas gift guide

Need some last-minute gift ideas? Don't worry, we've got you covered. Browse our Christmas gift guide for inspiration.
Photograph of the inside of a shop. There are various Christmas decorations displayed on the table in the foreground, such as terracotta Christmas tree decorations and festive candles. there are some large terracotta plant pots placed on the floor an on the shelves in the background.

Shop

Browse bespoke homeware, books, jewellery and Christmas decorations for gifts that are a little different this year. Open daily, 10am - 5pm.

Christmas food

Cosy up in the Tea Shop with some festive fayre. Treats over the season will include everything from spiced pumpkin soup and turkey and ham pie to mince pies and Christmas cookies. Available from 19 November onwards.

How to get here

Watts Gallery - Artists' Village is located in the village of Compton near Guildford, Surrey.

There are various ways to get here including by bus, train or car.

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