Classes & Workshops

En Plein Air; Sketching in Turner’s Garden

En Plein Air; Sketching in Turner’s Garden
When

3 June 2026 - 3 June 2026
Opening hours:
10.30am - 12.30pm

Where

Turner's Garden

Tickets

£ 25

Book Tickets

About this event

Join us in Turner's garden to be inspired by Turner's largest masterpiece - the house he designed himself with the influence of his good friend, John Soane.

Join us in Turner’s garden to be inspired by Turner’s largest masterpiece- the house he designed himself with the influence of his good friend, John Soane. Your ticket includes private access to Turner’s House and garden and sketching materials; please feel free to bring any other mediums you wish to work in.

Tea, coffee and refreshments will be provided.

All levels and abilities welcome, ground floor accessible. Private access to the House is included, or your ticket will include complimentary access to join our 12.30pm guided tour.


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