Watts Gallery - Artists' Village - Surrey Museums and Galleries

Watts Gallery - Artists' Village

Watts Gallery – Artists’ Village is a unique Arts & Crafts gem nestled in the Surrey Hills. Discover stunning Victorian paintings and sculpture in the historic Watts Gallery and visit their latest temporary exhibition. Treat yourself to lunch or a cream tea in the Tea Shop, before wandering to the nearby Grade I listed Watts Chapel, taking in the beautiful woodlands and grounds.
Find out more about the lives of G F and Mary Watts at Watts Studios and take a tour of the artists’ former home, Limnerslease. See how the artistic legacy of G F and Mary Watts continues at the Artists’ Village today by visiting their Artist in Residence studio or take part in their diverse and regular programme of special events, arts and crafts workshops, talks and performances.
Discover affordable, original art for sale in Watts Contemporary Gallery, along with a wide selection of gifts, books and homewares in the Shop.

COVID-19 NOTICE: Now OPEN with temporary changes. We are delighted to welcome you back. Please check our website for current opening times, programme and how to visit us safely. We look forward to seeing you again.

Opening Times

Restrictions apply. Please see our website for details.

Location details

Watts Gallery – Artists’ Village,
Down Lane,
Compton,
Guildford,
Surrey
GU3 1DQ

01483 810235

Facilities

TOILETS

ACCESSIBLE TOILETS

ACCESSIBLE SITE

ACCESSIBLE PARKING

CAFE OR RESTAURANT

FAMILY ACTIVITIES

TRAIN NEARBY

BUS NEARBY

FREE ENTRY

GIFT SHOP

SPACE FOR HIRE

GUIDED TOUR

BABY CHANGING

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Children & Families

There is something for every member of the family at Watts Gallery – Artists’ Village. Explore their Permanent Collection and latest temporary exhibitions together by picking up one of their free family trails, including the sensory Artists’ Village Backpack full of quizzes, games and tactile objects.

Enjoy swings, stepping stones and building camps in the Verey Playwood, and stop by the Make Space every Sunday for arts and crafts activities suitable for all ages (free with admission). Visit during the School Holidays for creative drop-in workshops inspired by the season. Under 18s go free.

Schools & Teachers

Inspire your students and enhance your classroom teaching with a visit to Watts Gallery – Artists’ Village – a creative backdrop for students to explore a range of subjects linked to the national curriculum and post-14 exam courses. Come along for a self-guided tour or engage students with brilliant activities led by the creative learning team.

The programme includes interactive tours, artist-led workshops, activities and projects through which students and teachers can discover hundreds of paintings and sculptures, as well as craft and design, restored artist studios, heritage buildings and beautiful woodlands. All visits can be tailored for ages 4-18, to compliment the delivery of the National Curriculum and post-16 syllabus, and support Arts Award and Artsmark.

Students & Young People

Students and under-25s receive 50% off admission to Watts Gallery – Artists’ Village. Explore their permanent collection and latest temporary exhibition in the historic Watts Gallery, before discovering affordable contemporary art for sale in Watts Contemporary Gallery. Visit the Artist-in-Residence studio to see live demonstrations from a variety of makers and unlock your own creative potential by signing up for one of their creative workshops and courses. Be inspired by writers, artists, historians and more in the atmospheric Watts Gallery during an evening talk and join them for special weekend events throughout the year, including the annual Make Festival.

Adult & Community

Every season, Watts Gallery – Artists’ Village compliments its pioneering exhibitions with a programme of creative workshops, courses and inspiring talks. Hear from writers, artists, historians, scientists and more in the atmospheric setting of the historic Watts Gallery during an evening talk. Learn a new skill or tend to an old passion in an artist-led workshop or evening class. Inspired by the Art for All ethos of their founders, G F and Mary Watts, Watts Gallery – Artists’ Village also have a charitable mission of sharing art with the wider community, including people with significant challenges in their lives. Visit their website for more information.

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