The park facilities include a playground, kiosk café, accessible toilets, The Rickyard learning centre, walled kitchen garden, Regency-planted beds, historic and wildlife interpretation panels, fish pond with fountains and the serpentine lake.
About Walpole Park
Pitzhanger still sits in its beautifully landscaped original parkland, which became Walpole Park in 1901. In 2013 its historic features and landscapes were restored to how they had been in Soane’s time, following a major HLF-funded project. Today, Walpole Park is run by Ealing Council and is open to all.
Ever wondered how Walpole Park in Ealing got its name? 🌳 Once Sir John Soane`s private garden at Pitzhanger Manor, it transformed over the years, changing hands until Sir Spencer Walpole sold it to the Urban District Council of Ealing. There is a plaque next to Pitzhanger commemorating this purchase!
Now, as a beloved public park since 1901, it combines Soane`s legacy with Ealing`s community spirit. 🏛️💚 Step back in time and explore the rich history and tranquil beauty of Walpole Park and Pitzhanger Manor & Gallery. Come and discover a slice of local history!
Pitzhanger Manor & Gallery 📅 Wednesday to Sunday 📍 Ealing Green, London W5 5EQ 🚇 Ealing Broadway Station (Elizabeth, Central, District, National Rail)
🌿 Transport yourself to Sir John Soane`s beguiling epoch as you stroll through Pitzhanger Manor`s back garden, now Walpole Park. 🏛️🌳 Imagine Soane himself by your side, discussing art and architecture as you would tonight! 🎨
🌙 Don`t miss today`s Pitzhanger Late! Experience our closing exhibition, `Anthony Caro: The Inspiration of Architecture,` like never before. 🎭 Delight in art, tunes, and games in our lush gardens. 🎲
🍎 Elevate the evening with complimentary cider from our exclusive SXOLLIE pop-up bar, crafted from delectable eating apples. 🍻 Prizes await game winners! 🏆
🌟 Free entry from 5 pm—arrive early to nab your cider! 🕔 See you at this enchanted fusion of art, architecture, and modern craft! 🍂🎶
Pitzhanger Late: Sculptures, Ciders & Garden Games 📅 Thursday 31 August 2023 🕡 5.00 pm – 8.00 pm 📍 Pitzhanger Manor & Gallery, Ealing Green, London W5 5EQ 🚇 Ealing Broadway Station (Elizabeth, Central, District, National Rail) 🎫 Free
🌞Summer calls for some cooling treats and refreshing bites! 🍨🥪 Visit Pitzhanger Pantry in the heart of Walpole Park — the ideal spot for a delightful day out.🌳 Now open daily 9 am – 5 pm! 🕘 Indulge in your favourite Mr Whippy ice cream🍦, or enjoy a tasteful lunch with our new menu🍽️, featuring freshly baked croissants, handmade pasta pots, simple toasties, and so much more – all curated by our family-run Roots & Berries chefs. 🍅🧀
Looking for a deal? Grab our £5 lunch offer (Americano or Bellevue Tea + a Simple Toastie) 🙌 And for the cake lovers, don`t forget to check our cake display!🍰 Perfect for parents and kiddos after playground fun. Come enjoy summer with us!🌻🌈
Pitzhanger Pantry 🕘 9 am – 5 pm daily 📍 Walpole Park, London W5 1DQ
🎉 Get set for a creative adventure at the Pitzhanger Manor & Gallery`s Summer Holiday Club! 🏰🎨
📅 August 14-18, join us daily from 10am – 3pm for a dynamic journey through art-making, featuring felt-making 🐑, botanical art 🌿, architecture & design 🏗️, mask-making 🎭, and art & nature 🍃.
👧👦 Suitable for children aged 7-11. Each day unfolds a new exploration with fantastic artists Sarah Richardson, Lucia Ferguson, Antoine Genevier, Lauren Veevers and Emily Hopkins. 🌟 Your child`s imagination will bloom in the beautiful Walpole Park, crafting artwork to take home and making new friends! 🧑🎨👯
📍 Pitzhanger Manor & Gallery, Ealing Green, London W5 5EQ 🚇 Ealing Broadway Station (Elizabeth, Central, District, National Rail)
To sign up, tap the link in our bio! 🎟️ Let`s create, explore and inspire together this summer! ☀️🎈
Come and explore Walpole Park 🌳 – the heart of the Pitzhanger Manor & Gallery experience! Back in the day, this 28-acre estate was brought to life by Sir John Soane and John Haverfield, son of a famous landscape designer at Kew 🌱. They created a stunning garden and a curvy lake, surrounded by tall cedar trees and a quirky old bridge decorated with classic urns 🏞️. It`s the perfect spot for some downtime!
1900 the park became a public space when Sir Spencer Walpole sold it to Ealing District Council. It`s a natural extension of the Pitzhanger Manor`s historical charm 🏰.
Got any plans this weekend or on Bank Holiday Monday? Why not join us? 😊 Bask in the summer sun and soak up the vibes – just as Sir John Soane did back in his time ☀️🍃.
Pitzhanger Manor and Gallery 📅 Open Bank Holidays, Wednesday to Sunday 📍 Ealing Green, London W5 5EQ 🚇 Ealing Broadway Station (Elizabeth, Central, District, National Rail) 🎫 FREE every Thursday 5pm–8pm
☕️🎨 Discover the unique coffee experiences at Pitzhanger Manor & Gallery! 🏛️ Not only do our cafes offer great food and drinks, but they are also located in historical sites that are part of Pitzhanger`s rich heritage. 🏰
Soane`s Kitchen is in John Soane`s original walled kitchen garden, serving delicious coffee and pastries from the independent speciality coffee shop, My Little Cup. 🌿 Pitzhanger Pantry is located in Walpole Park beside our education space, The Rickyard, which was Soane`s cow yards and haystacks. Come visit us and take a step back in time while enjoying freshly brewed coffee!
Soane`s Kitchen 🕘 9 am – 3 pm daily 📍 Ealing Green, London W5 5BE
Pitzhanger Pantry 🕘 9 am – 3 pm daily 📍 Walpole Park, London W5 1DQ
Step into the past and admire the architectural beauty of Sir John Soane`s Conservatory at Pitzhanger Manor. Soane designed the Conservatory to impress guests with its dramatic and practical space. The glass extension served as a shelter during rain and a sun-soaked oasis in fine weather.
During the `Anthony Caro: The Inspiration of Architecture` exhibition, come and take a seat in the Conservatory and immerse yourself in the picturesque setting. Enjoy the stunning view of Caro`s Forum sculpture in Walpole Park while browsing our collection of books about the artist. 🌿🪴📚 Don`t miss the chance to experience this unique fusion of art and architecture!
Anthony Caro: The Inspiration of Architecture 📅 Wednesday – Sunday until 10 September 2023 📍 Pitzhanger Manor and Gallery, Ealing Green, W5 5EQ 🚇 Ealing Broadway Station (Elizabeth, Central, District, National Rail) 🎫 £9.90 / Free every Thursday from 5 pm
In collaboration with @anthonycarocentre With support from @HenryMooreFDN
Visit Pitzhanger Manor & Gallery and Walpole Park in Ealing this weekend and immerse yourself in the fleeting beauty of cherry blossoms 🌸, a symbol of renewal and hope in Japanese culture.
Did you know that Walpole Park was once part of Soane`s estate? 🌳 Wander through the picturesque grounds and experience Soane`s architectural design firsthand.
Join us for a beautiful `hanami` (花見) experience and indulge in the tranquillity of the park`s natural surroundings. And be sure to stop by Soane`s Kitchen in the walled garden for a delicious bite! 🍰 Visit our website for more information.
Pitzhanger Manor and Gallery 📅 Open Wednesday to Sunday 📍 Ealing Green, W5 5EQ 🚇 Ealing Broadway Station (Elizabeth, Central, District, National Rail)
On sunny days like today, it’s easy to see why John Soane was so fond of his conservatory at Pitzhanger.
He often referred to it as the Gallery, as a place for guests to admire his sculpture collection. Soane sought to bring nature into the house, creating a vista across his private grounds and making the house feel much larger than it actually is.
Originally intended to be two storeys high, Soane opted instead for a more modest single height design due to the complexity and expense of the build.
The conservatory is a key structural element of the manor house, but did you know that the conservatory we see today was reconstructed as part of the restoration project completed in 2019? Soane’s original design was demolished in 1901, and has since been lovingly reinstated using archival photographs of the original plan.
In Soane’s time, the conservatory at Pitzhanger was a place of quiet contemplation, filled with an array of scented plants and overlooking what is now Walpole Park.
In more recent years, it has played host to artworks from Pitzhanger’s exciting programme of contemporary exhibitions, including those by @bollobrookyouthcentre, @ranabegumstudio and @mattdixonart.