A repeat, full day trip to see two of Dorset’s finest medieval properties. We will have private access and an exclusive tour of the interior of Wolfeton and a private tour of Athelhampton. We arrive first at Wolfeton House (pictured above), a Grade 1 listed medieval and Elizabethan house, whose original courtyard section dates back...
Friends are invited to a private viewing of the latest exhibition. Patrons and Exhibition Circle members are also invited if this date is more convenient. Refreshments will be served in the ballroom.
Friends can join us for a private guided walk at Westonbirt, The National Arboretum, one of the UK's oldest and largest. After enjoying the marvellous autumn colours we will take lunch at the Kings Arms at Didmarton. In the afternoon we return to Westonbirt House — described by Country Life as "the finest example of...
Come and browse — and buy! — from a wonderful selection of secondhand books, covering a wide array of topics from art and architecture to history, gardening, biography, non-fiction, travelling, literature and much more. Donations of good quality books are warmly welcomed and are much needed to help raise funds. Please contact Sidney Blackmore or David...
A full day trip to visit the Fleet Air Arm Museum and the Haynes International Motor Museum near Yeovil. Starting at the Fleet Air Arm Museum in the morning we will have an introductory talk about the history of the collections followed by free time to explore the exhibition galleries and Halls. We will head over...
This trip is now postponed. Please follow this link for further details. A full day trip to Compton Verney Art Gallery and Park in Warwickshire where we will have private tours of both the main collection and the special exhibition of works by Lucas Cranach the elder. There will also be free time for independent exploration of...
This trip is now postponed. Please follow this link for further details. We return to Dorset this spring to see two of the county’s finest properties - Sherborne Castle (pictured) and Minterne House and Gardens, both still in the hands of branches of the extended Digby family. We have a private tour of each house,...
This event is now postponed. Please follow this link for further details. Join Nathaniel Mander and Sam Brown in our annual celebration of Frank Brown’s contribution to the Holburne. Nathaniel Mander and Sam Brown present an evening of music in the Picture Gallery. We are thrilled to welcome back Nat, a virtuoso harpsichordist, and his...
Alison Cocklin from It's All About Wine has kindly offered to host a wine tasting this Spring. Alison's aim is to "create a passion for tasting" — to excite people about what they are drinking, encouraging organic, biodynamic and natural wines. The ticket price include fine cheeses and charcuterie. To join us please complete booking form...
Please join us for this year's Friends, Holburne's Plant Sale including our first ever produce stall. Many of our regular plant stalls will be returning this year, including gardening experts from Florrie Harris Herbs, In Clover, Necia West Plants, Wild Thyme, and Willow Cottage Plants.
We first visit Grade I listed Rudhall Manor, set in 10 acres of grounds and dating back to the mid- 14th century. Admiral Nelson was a regular visitor and reputedly first met Emma, Lady Hamilton here. The manor was also a temporary home for fifty Chelsea Pensioners evacuated here during the Blitz. After Rudhall, we move on...
Come and support the Holburne! Browse and buy beautiful plants and herbs, tasty produce and fabulous books and CDs. Enjoy tea, coffee and cakes and get expert gardening advice and tips.
