Please note that the lift at Pitzhanger Manor is currently out of order until further notice following a safety inspection.
The Manor and exhibitions remain open as usual, and all floors continue to be accessible via stairs. However, visitors who require step-free access will currently only be able to access the lower ground level (via the Colonnade), the Wonder Room, and the Monk’s Dining Room.
Pitzhanger Gallery remains fully accessible, with lift access functioning as usual.
We are working to resolve the issue as quickly as possible and apologise for the inconvenience caused.
For access enquiries, please contact foh@pitzhanger.org.uk before your visit.
Join us for a day at the exquisite Pitzhanger Manor, once home to the famed neoclassical architect, Sir John Soane, for Maison Fete’s Table Styling Workshop. Nestled within the enchanting Walpole Park in Ealing, west of London, Pitzhanger Manor stands as a breathtaking testament to Regency architecture and Soane’s visionary design. This full-day immersive workshop promises not just an encounter with elegance but a comprehensive educational journey into the art of table styling.
Monday 3 June 2024
10am–3pm
Pitzhanger Manor & Gallery
Ealing Green, London W5 5EQ
£350
Your experience begins at 10 am with a sophisticated welcome of canapés and champagne, setting the perfect tone for the day ahead. As you are introduced to the workshop’s agenda, prepare for an engaging blend of theoretical insights and hands-on practice in the timeless craft of table styling. Our distinctively themed sessions ensure that every participant enjoys a unique and unforgettable day.
Dive into the world of floral arranging, calligraphy and table decorating, enhancing your skills while enjoying the refined ambiance of sipping champagne and indulging in a light lunch. The workshop offers a rare opportunity to shop antique pieces directly from your table, including exclusive, never-before-seen sets, allowing you to take a piece of history home with you. Additionally, you’ll leave with a bouquet of flowers, personalized menus, and name cards, ensuring that the elegance and inspiration of the day remain with you long after.
Pitzhanger Manor, designed, built, and once lived in by Sir John Soane himself between 1800 and 1804, provides the perfect backdrop for this event. Its rich history and architectural beauty add an extra layer of depth to the workshop, making it a truly enriching experience. Whether you’re looking to refine your table styling skills, seeking inspiration for your next gathering, or simply in search of a day filled with beauty and learning, Maison Fete’s Table Styling Workshop at Pitzhanger Manor promises to deliver all this and more.
This exhibition explores Armitage’s distinctive approach to pattern making in wallpaper and fabric design.
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More infoSing, dance, and play in this joyful Music and Rhyme session for babies and toddlers!
More infoCreate leaf-printed clay dishes inspired by art and nature.
More infoExplore textures, colours, and creativity in this hands-on, child-led Messy Play session for ages 1–5!
More infoJoin a member of the curatorial team for a tour around Phoebe Collings-James: a rose, a bridge, a house
More infoStretch, balance and play in a joyful circus-inspired movement class for little ones.
More infoDiscover herbs, plants, live beekeeping, and exclusive honey at our annual garden event.
More infoThe summer exhibition will see a multitude of works by British artist Clare Woods RA installed throughout the historic manor and its galleries.
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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
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, Noon–5pm
Please note that Pitzhanger Manor will be closed at Noon–5pm on 22 May for a private function. Marthe Armitage: Pattern Maker and parts of Phoebe Collings-James: a rose, a bridge, a house will be unavailable.
Pitzhanger Gallery, the shop and café remain open, with partial access to Phoebe Collings-James: a rose, a bridge, a house at Pitzhanger Gallery. Reduced-price admission is available for the affected hours. 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: 23 May, 1–5pm
Please note that the Upper Drawing Room in Pitzhanger Manor will be closed at 1–5pm on 23 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, 10am–5pm
Please note that the Upper Drawing Room in Pitzhanger Manor will be closed at 10am–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.
Curator Tour: Phoebe Collings-James
Join us on Thursday 4 June at 6.30pm for a special curator tour of Phoebe Collings-James: a rose, a bridge, a house.
The tour is included with general admission as part of our Thursday Late opening. Simply book your general admission ticket for the evening to attend.
Questions? Email us at foh@pitzhanger.org.uk.
Pitzhanger Plant Sale: 7 June
Join us for the Pitzhanger Plant Sale 2026 in the Front Garden on Sunday 7 June, 10am–2pm. No ticket is required to visit the Plant Sale.
Pitzhanger Manor & Gallery will remain open as usual with general admission. If you would also like to visit the historic manor and our exhibitions, please continue to book your tickets as normal.
Pay-what-you-can admission for Ealing Borough residents is also available as usual from 10am–noon. Proof of eligibility required.
Questions? Email us at foh@pitzhanger.org.uk.
Important Visitor Information: 24–25 June
Please note that Pitzhanger Manor & Gallery will be closed on 24 June for a private event. On 25 June, the site will reopen from 1pm, with last entry at 4pm.
Please plan your visit accordingly and book afternoon tickets if visiting on 25 June.
Questions? Email us at foh@pitzhanger.org.uk.
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