Featured in The Sunday Times and RA Magazine — meet “the queen of wallpaper”.
From 19 March to 19 July 2026, Pitzhanger Manor & Gallery presents Marthe Armitage: Pattern Maker, a focused exhibition celebrating more than seven decades of hand-drawn and hand-cut design.
Ahead of opening, Armitage has been profiled in The Sunday Times and RA Magazine, with recommendations from the Financial Times, Apollo, Country Life and The Chiswick Calendar — reflecting renewed interest in her craft at 95.
Featuring more than 40 prints, objects and archive materials — including rarely seen works on paper and original lino blocks — the exhibition traces her journey from the first lino-cut Angelica (1964) to recent works such as Chess (2023). Sketchbooks, working drawings and early proofs reveal how botanical forms and architectural influences blossom into intricate, nature-led patterns.This Spring, the artist Phoebe Collings-James (b.1987) will bring new sculpture and ceramic work to Pitzhanger, the first time these works will be shown in the UK.
£14, Student £7, Members and Under-16s Free
Exhibition
New works shown in the UK for the first time.
From 1 April, Phoebe Collings-James: a rose, a bridge, a house brings new sculpture and clay paintings to Pitzhanger’s main galleries and into the Manor.
Marked by shifts in tone, texture and finish, the Jamaican-British artist’s work explores language, material and resistance through clay. These new works will be presented in the UK for the first time.
Advance tickets are now available.
£14, Student £7, Members and Under-16s Free
See the exhibition before anyone else at the Pitzhanger Members Morning on 1 April.
Families and Learning
Creative workshops and playful activities for families this spring.
Join us at Pitzhanger this Easter holiday for hands-on art activities for all ages.
Families can explore clay printing and pattern-making in our Family Clay Workshop with Annabel Johnson (8–9 April, age 5+), while younger visitors can enjoy Mini Makers: Messy Play (10 April), a sensory art session for under-5s.
In the Wonder Room, families can also enjoy self-guided art activities and trails. From 1–6 April, pick up a special Easter Trail and follow clues through the Manor to spot playful props hidden along the way.
Become a Family Member and enjoy 12 free Mini Makers tickets a year.
Shop
Our new gallery shop range celebrates gardening and the natural world.
Our shop has been refreshed for spring, with a new display inspired by the pleasures of gardening.
Browse growbars and seeds, gardening books, mini garden tools and nature kits, alongside homewares such as pots, vases and spray bottles. You’ll also find candles, soaps, accessories and our much-loved Pitzhanger honey.
Whether you’re planting something new or choosing a thoughtful gift, there is plenty to enjoy. The shop is open to all visitors — no ticket required.
Become a Pitzhanger Member and enjoy a 10% discount in the shop and cafes.
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Partial Closure: 25 April, 12–5pm
Please note that the Eating Room in Pitzhanger Manor will be closed at 12–5pm on 25 April for a private function. Artworks in the affected space will be temporarily off view, but General Admission continues as usual. All rooms will be open before and after this time during our regular opening hours.
Questions? Email us at foh@pitzhanger.org.uk.
Pitzhanger Gallery closes at 6pm on 7 May
Please note that Pitzhanger Gallery will close to General Admission visitors from 6pm on Thursday 7 May for the Phoebe Collings-James in Conversation event. If you would like to visit Phoebe Collings-James: a rose, a bridge, a house, please arrive before 6pm or book a ticket for the artist talk. Pitzhanger Manor and other open areas remain accessible during our usual Thursday Late opening hours.
Questions? Email us at foh@pitzhanger.org.uk.
Partial Closure: 9 May, 11am–1pm
Please note that the Eating Room in Pitzhanger Manor will be closed at 11am–1pm on 9 May for a private function. Artworks in the affected space will be temporarily off view, but General Admission continues as usual. All rooms will be open before and after this time during our regular opening hours.
Questions? Email us at foh@pitzhanger.org.uk.
Partial Closure: 22 May, 1–5pm
Please note that Pitzhanger Manor will be closed at 1–5pm on 22 May for a private function. Artworks in the affected space will be temporarily off view, but General Admission continues as usual. All rooms will be open before and after this time during our regular opening hours.
Questions? Email us at foh@pitzhanger.org.uk.
Partial Closure: 24 May, 1–5pm
Please note that the Upper Drawing Room in Pitzhanger Manor will be closed at 1–5pm on 24 May for a private function. Artworks in the affected space will be temporarily off view, but General Admission continues as usual. All rooms will be open before and after this time during our regular opening hours.
Questions? Email us at foh@pitzhanger.org.uk.
Partial Closure: 30 May, 1–5pm
Please note that the Eating Room in Pitzhanger Manor will be closed at 1–5pm on 30 May for a private function. Artworks in the affected space will be temporarily off view, but General Admission continues as usual. All rooms will be open before and after this time during our regular opening hours.
Questions? Email us at foh@pitzhanger.org.uk.
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