Good Friday and Easter Monday: Pitzhanger Manor & Gallery will be open 10am–5pm on Friday 18 April and Monday 21 April.
24–27 April: Some rooms in the Manor will be closed at times for events during the Ealing Book Festival.
Please see the opening hours page and the Festival programme for full details.
Legendary guitarist for Roxy Music and acclaimed solo musician Phil Manzanera shares his eventful life story, from his musical roots as a child in pre-revolution Cuba, Hawaii, Venezuela and Columbia, to his Roxy Music audition and subsequent years touring with the band during the art/glam rock boom. Phil will also talk about his years as a leading music producer and his experiences with artists from David Gilmour to Bob Dylan.
More infoMarina Cantacuzino explores ‘forgiveness’ and shares some extraordinary stories of people whose lives have been shattered by violence, tragedy and injustice and who are learning to forgive, reconcile and move on.
More infoJames Pendle and Lisa Kelly are two established, published poets from Ealing who have all confronted issues around access, wellbeing and exclusion. For this event they share their poetry. There will be some time at the end of the event for audience questions and discussion.
More infoBooker prize-winning author Eleanor Catton, talks about her dazzling new psychological thriller. One of the most acclaimed novels of 2023, it explores some of the key themes of the 21st century from land-grabbing and climate change to surveillance, greed and corruption.
More infoJoin celebrated poet and editor of this ground-breaking anthology of Sri Lankan and diasporic poetry to hear more about a long-neglected national literature that chronicles the island’s turbulent history and reshapes understanding of a country that has always thrilled the foreign imagination.
More infoJoin one of Britain’s best-loved children’s writers, former Children’s Laureate and Tracy Beaker creator Dame Jacqueline Wilson to hear about her brand new book ‘The Girl Who Wasn’t There’, a story about siblings and friendship with a hint of ghostliness. Discover how Jacqueline started writing and the inspiration behind some of her best-loved characters.
More infoJoin Alan Fortune on a guided tour of Literary Ealing, visit buildings connected with two song writing icons of British Rock Music and visit the HQ of Ealing Studios
More infoTwo leading figures in publishing, one also a successful author of children’s and adult’s books, help demystify the publishing process, offering valuable tips on how to present and pitch your work, through to finding an agent and a publisher and how to engage with the marketing and publicity of your book.
More infoJoin Sathnam Sanghera to hear more about his latest book ‘Empireworld’ which expands his exploration of British imperial legacies from Barbados and Mauritius to India and Nigeria, and beyond.
More infoJoin artist and story-teller Narvir Singh for a creative workshop focusing on identity and personal heritage. Narvir will work with participants to reflect on their personal stories of identity and create a poem which can be shared at the end of this friendly session.
More infoJoin us for what will be an entertaining and lively event showcasing some of the best writing talent that Ealing has to offer! The evening will feature 20 local authors and poets – both established and emerging – pitching their work in a fast-paced, high-energy event compèred by Capital Xtra DJ and literature champion Jojo Silva.
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Pitzhanger Manor & Gallery
Ealing Green, London W5 5EQ
Ticketing, Opening Hours and Tour Enquiries: foh@pitzhanger.org.uk
Retail Enquires: retail@pitzhanger.org.uk
Reception: 020 3985 8888
Venue Hire: 020 3994 0966
Office: 020 3994 0967
Wednesday - Sunday: 10:00 - 17:00
First Thursday of the month: 10:00 - 20:00
Monday - Tuesday: Closed
Bank Holidays: 10:00 - 17:00
Last admissions one hour before closing