A family-friendly exhibition celebrating the wonderful world of children's author author and illustrator John Burningham.
Discover over 60 original illustrations in a fun, family-friendly exhibition, including favourite stories and characters such as Mr Gumpy, Avocado Baby, and Oi! Get Off Our Train!.
Within the gallery there are comfy reading zones for kids to snuggle into with a book, colourful blown-up scenes for family photos, and dressing up inspiration. Look out for the life-size ‘magic’ bed that transports young imaginations to far away worlds, inspired by Burningham’s classic story The Magic Bed.
Sketches and personal items, including the artist’s paint palette, reveal how Burningham created his much-loved stories.
Outside, the Beech Circle in Mottisfont’s gardens will be transformed into an outdoor garden gallery, decorated with images from Come Away from the Water, Shirley.
An energetic Burningham-themed activity trail weaves through Mottisfont’s spacious gardens, introducing families to more characters, with games and challenges to complete. Play a game of Would You Rather, and step bravely onto a pirate ship like Shirley.
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Mottisfont, Nr Romsey, Hampshire, SO51 0LP
01794 340757
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