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From ground-breaking exhibitions and outdoor installations to inspired gifts and events, there’s lots for art lovers to enjoy at Compton Verney and we have hand-picked five top things to do […]

By Clare Preston, National Portrait Gallery Intern On the 22nd of June this year, London’s National Portrait Gallery (NPG) will be re-opening following an extensive 3-year transformation project to refurbish […]

From warm colours and misty mornings to creative lighting opportunities and lower prices, there are many reasons to opt for an Autumn or Winter wedding at Compton Verney. Read on […]

20/20 is an ambitious 3-year programme announced by the Decolonising Arts Institute in November 2021, with funding from Freelands Foundation, Arts Council England and UAL. Combining artist residencies with artistic […]

Nominations are now open for the Kids in Museums Family Friendly Museum Award 2023. Each year Kids in Museums puts the power in families’ hands to crown the winner of […]

We’re looking for local textile artists, crafters and makers to take part in The Textile Fair this November. The Textile Fair showcases the highest quality textile product from local and […]

Springtime brings about rebirth and renewal as gardens grow, weather warms, flowers bloom and animal babies are born. Here, you can find a selection of hand-picked gifts from Compton Verney […]

DYSPLA is an art studio run by neurodivergent artists Lennie Varvarides and Kazimir Bielecki. An award-winning writer and director, Lennie loves experimental, multi-disciplinary work that incorporates installations, immersive theatre and […]

Making Mischief is the first exhibition in the UK dedicated to folk costume, in all its variety. Made possible thanks to a £250,000 grant from The National Lottery Heritage Fund, […]

Contemporary artist and sculptor Aaron McPeake had to abandon a long career in stage lighting after he lost most of his eyesight in 2002. He returned to education and pursued […]

From the historical architecture and landscape to installations of art and sculpture, food, and special offers, Compton Verney is a truly unique venue for your dream wedding. We have outlined […]

From building the ultimate treehouse to a four day animation camp, there are plenty of family friendly activities to get stuck into at Compton Verney over the Easter holidays! Keep […]

We’re inviting local print artists and makers who have a keen interest in etchings/collage and screen printing to take part in The Print Fair this September. As well as artists […]

Georgiana Verney, Sarah Biffin, Margaret Audley and Boss Morris In honour of International Women’s Day 2023, we are highlighting just some of the incredible women within our collections; from a […]

This Mother’s Day we encourage you to celebrate with us at Compton Verney where we not only house a shop filled with thoughtful and creative gifts and expansive grounds filled […]

It can be tricky to find days out suitable for the whole family and accessible in all types of weather. At Compton Verney, we offer a huge range of activities, […]

With Valentine’s Day around the corner, it could be time to start thinking about what you and your significant other can do to mark the occasion. Instead of the usual […]

Our outstanding British Portraits collection is located on the ground floor of Compton Verney House, between the Northern European Gallery and Women’s Library. Adorned with incredible portraits that span the […]

On these icy mornings, it’s easy to stay snuggled up inside away from the cold. But, there are many ways to embrace the beauty of winter at Compton Verney in […]

On the first day of Christmas Compton Verney sent to me… a chance to appear on our House! Christmas would not be complete without the Twelve Days of Christmas but […]