Christmas & New Year Opening Hours

Plan your festive visit to Pitzhanger Manor & Gallery! We have special opening hours over Christmas and New Year, and some rooms will be partially closed on select dates for private events.

For full details, visit our opening hours page.

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2024

12 December

Candlelit Tours at Pitzhanger 2024

2024

12 December

Candlelit Tours at Pitzhanger 2024

Overview

Experience Pitzhanger Manor & Gallery in a whole new light with our Candlelit Tours, part of the Christmas Lates series. These intimate, after-dark tours offer a unique way to explore our exhibitions and historic spaces, including Grayson Perry: The Vanity of Small Differences and the works of William Hogarth. Led by our director Clare Gough and head of programmes Richard Parry, each tour delves into the stories behind the art and architecture, providing fascinating insights while you enjoy the manor’s festive ambience.

Date & Time

Thursdays 28 November, and 12 December
6.30–7.30pm

Thursday 5 December
6.00-7.00pm

Venue

Pitzhanger Manor & Gallery
Ealing Green, London W5 5EQ

Tickets

£25
Include a complimentary glass of fizz.


Spaces are limited, so book early to avoid disappointment.

Candlelit Tour Timetable

DateTour
28 NovemberGrayson Perry and William Hogarth Candlelit Tour led by Clare Gough, Director of Pitzhanger Manor & Gallery. Discover the connections between Perry’s satirical tapestries and Hogarth’s iconic works.

Tour begins at 6.30pm
5 DecemberGrayson Perry and William Hogarth Candlelit Tour led by Richard Parry, Head of Programmes. Explore Perry’s contemporary critique of society and Hogarth’s historic inspirations in this unique after-dark experience.

Tour begins at 6.00pm
12 DecemberPitzhanger Manor Candlelit Tour led by Clare Gough. Step back in time to the Georgian and Regency eras as we explore the life of Sir John Soane, the architect of Pitzhanger Manor. Learn how the English celebrated Christmas during Soane’s time, while touring the beautifully decorated and illuminated Pitzhanger Manor.

Tour begins at 6.30pm

Please note

  • Your ticket includes access to all exhibitions across Pitzhanger Manor & Gallery.
  • Collect your complimentary drink from the front desk in the Gallery foyer before the tour begins.
  • Tours begin promptly at 6:30pm—please arrive on time to ensure you don’t miss out.

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Please contact pitzhanger@pitzhanger.org.uk for more information.

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Contact Us

PITZHANGER MANOR & GALLERY
Ealing Green, London
W5 5EQ
Reception: 020 3985 8888
Venue Hire: 020 3994 0966
Office: 020 3994 0967
pitzhanger@pitzhanger.org.uk

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

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