Compton Verney

Compton Verney is a leading art space in a park. Set in a Grade I-listed Robert Adam house amidst 120 acres of Capability Brown parkland in Warwickshire, this charity connects people with art, nature and creativity through bold programming, sustainable practices and a warm, inclusive welcome.

Compton Verney presents exhibitions featuring both historical and contemporary artists. These shows explore the intersection of art, nature and creativity, offering new perspectives with every visit. Programmes often include curator tours, artist talks and creative workshops.

The gallery houses six world-class collections: the largest collection of Folk Art in the UK; a Chinese Collection of bronze and ceramic ritual objects dating from the early Shang Dynasty (c.1500 to 1050 BCE) to the Tang Dynasty, (618 – 906 CE); Sensing Naples, an interactive display of Neapolitan art from 1600-1800; Northern European works (1450-1650), Marx-Lambert collection formed by artist Enid Marx and historian Margaret Lambert; and British Portraits and Miniatures.

Outdoors, you can wander through 120 acres of parkland designed by prolific gardener and landscape architect Capability Brown. Here, you can experience contemporary art in the sculpture park, where powerful works go on display in the historic landscape. Got a four-legged friend? Dogs on leads are welcome in the parkland. Open year-round, the park is a destination in itself – ideal for walks, picnics and art discovery in every season.

With an adventure playground and an indoor creative space, families can enjoy hands-on activities that inspire making, drawing and play for all ages.

Compton Verney also has a café overlooking the grounds, serving seasonal dishes and locally sourced snacks—a perfect spot to refuel after exploring the galleries or park.