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A blurred visitor walks past a vibrant abstract artwork of bold greens, reds, and blues in a bright gallery.

Largest display of Hodgkin’s prints, praised as “art to pierce the heart.”

Howard Hodgkin: In a Public Garden Now Open

Now open at Pitzhanger Manor & Gallery (1 October – 8 March), Howard Hodgkin: In a Public Garden presents the most extensive display of Hodgkin’s original prints to date, spanning five decades of his career. Highlights include vibrant prints, rarely seen paintings, and film, shown throughout Sir John Soane’s restored country home.

The Times awarded ★★★★, calling it “extraordinary… art to pierce the heart.” Apollo and The Guardian also praised Hodgkin’s evocative approach to memory, colour and gesture.

Tickets include entry to both the exhibition and the historic Manor. Members enjoy unlimited visits, exclusive curator tours of Howard Hodgkin: In a Public Garden, shop and café discounts, and more.

£14, Student £7, Members and Under-16s Free

Our Team

Welcome from Our New Director

Rebecca Lyons looks forward to meeting the Pitzhanger community.

I am delighted to take up the role as the new director at Pitzhanger. As an art and cultural historian of the late eighteenth century/early nineteenth century, the opportunity to work in the beautiful setting of Sir John Soane’s country home in Walpole Park was very appealing.

My most recent previous role was as the director of the Royal Academy of Arts’ collections, libraries, archives and public programmes. I have also enjoyed working with some of the UK’s greatest contemporary artists and architects and love how the modern and contemporary blend with the historic at Pitzhanger too.

I firmly believe that everything we do is for the benefit and enjoyment of our public and our communities, and what a great community we have here. And to top it all off, we make our own delicious honey!

I look forward to seeing you at Pitzhanger, to introducing you to the rest of the team in the coming newsletters, and to all that this next chapter will bring.

Confident woman stands before Pitzhanger Manor’s grand Georgian façade, tinted gold, evoking heritage, leadership, and museum creativity.

Public Programme

Talks and Tours This Season

Hear leading voices on Hodgkin’s legacy and influence.

Two silhouetted figures stand before a striking green-and-yellow abstract painting on bright yellow background, celebrating artist conversation or talk.

A highlight of our season is the Curator’s Talk with Richard Calvocoressi in conversation with Nicholas Serota (13 November) — a rare opportunity to hear two major figures discuss Hodgkin in depth.

Also this autumn: poet Suzannah V. Evans performs Under the Blue (2 October), Shanay Jhaveri of the Barbican and artist Hannah Perry join a panel (4 December), and Richard Parry, Pitzhanger’s Head of Programmes, leads a special tour (6 November). Looking ahead, Director Rebecca Lyons speaks on Venice, Hodgkin and Soane (5 February) with more programme to be announced.

Families and Learning

Activities for Families and Educators

Creative workshops and hands-on learning inspired by Hodgkin.

Children gather joyfully in a bright period room, waving star wands during an animated storytelling or early-years workshop.

October Half-term (26–30 October) brings daily family-friendly activities across the manor and gallery, with Messy Play for under-5s on 31 October as part of our fortnightly Mini Makers series. Mini Makers also features Move and Flow and Music and Rhyme, designed especially for children aged 0–5.

Teachers can register for a two-day CPD on 7–8 October, offering practical printmaking workshops inspired by Hodgkin’s art. These programmes open new ways for children and educators alike to explore creativity.

Public Programme

What’s On Beyond the Gallery

Opera, weddings, markets and festive celebrations await.

Portrait of a historic woman in lace dress set against ornate teal-and-black patterned wallpaper, blending classical and contemporary design.

On 6 November, Opera Prelude presents Storace and Soane, a narrated opera exploring the cultural world shared by Sir John Soane and soprano Nancy Storace. Couples can plan their big day at our Wedding Open Day (25 October).

Later in November, meet local makers at the Duck Pond Market (23 November), then step into the season with our festive programme: create your own decorations at the Christmas Wreath Workshop (26 November and 3 December), enjoy live music from Lumarie and Luke Matthews, and join a jewellery-making workshop with London Creative Gals Club at our Christmas Late (27 November).

Shop

Bring Hodgkin’s Art Home

Exclusive designs and limited prints at the Pitzhanger Shop.

Colourful handmade mugs with painterly patterns displayed in the Pitzhanger shop among books and ceramics.

Celebrate Howard Hodgkin: In a Public Garden with carefully chosen keepsakes. Discover postcards, exhibition posters and books, or enrich your home with hand-painted ceramics and tableware by Margate-based designer Izzy McFarlane, inspired by Hodgkin’s expressive colour and form.

For collectors, we have a limited-edition Hodgkin lithograph print Indian Leaves (1982/2024) available framed and unframed. Whether a memento, a daily companion or a statement piece, each item offers a way to live with art — but only available while stocks last.

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PITZHANGER NEWS

All the latest happenings in and around Pitzhanger

5 November 2025

Gifts, Gatherings, and Colour — Winter Festivities at Pitzhanger

Enjoy the festive season at Pitzhanger with markets, music and making.

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2 October 2025

“Art to Pierce the Heart” — Howard Hodgkin opens at Pitzhanger ★★★★

Largest display of Hodgkin’s prints, praised as “art to pierce the heart.”

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15 July 2025

Pitzhanger Shortlisted for Two Young Ealing Foundation Awards!

Pitzhanger Manor & Gallery has been shortlisted for not one, but two Young Ealing Foundation Awards: Partnership and Big Impact in the Youth Providers Categories!

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2 July 2025

Sign up for Family Membership this July and get an extra month free!

Join Pitzhanger’s Family Membership this July and enjoy an extra month free, meaning your membership will last until 31 August 2026, covering two summer holidays of unforgettable art, culture, and creativity at Pitzhanger.

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5 June 2025

Introducing the New Mini Makers: Three Ways to Play, Move and Create at Pitzhanger

Discover Mini Makers: fun, creative sessions for under-fives in music, movement and messy play.

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14 May 2025

Pitzhanger Manor & Gallery Announces New Director

Pitzhanger Manor & Gallery is delighted to announce the appointment of its new Director, Rebecca Lyons, who will take up the post on 1 September 2025.

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7 March 2025

Announcing Our Exciting New Exhibitions for 2025

Discover Pitzhanger’s exciting 2025 exhibitions together with exclusive membership offers to enjoy them.

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28 February 2025

Celebrating Our Partnership with the Garfield Weston Foundation

Garfield Weston Foundation supports Pitzhanger’s outreach, enriching education and creativity in West London through 2027.

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19 February 2025

Pitzhanger Manor & Gallery joins Bloomberg Connects—Your Ultimate Digital Guide!

Pitzhanger is now on Bloomberg Connects.

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10 February 2025

A Fond Farewell to Clare Gough, Director of Pitzhanger Manor & Gallery

It is with both pride and sadness that we announce the departure of Clare Gough, Director of Pitzhanger Manor & Gallery, as she takes on an exciting new role as Director of the Garfield Weston Foundation.

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Contact Us

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

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