Watch demonstrations, take part in workshops, meet our artists and buy unique works of art at our Artists Open Studios event. Historically the servants quarters, the top floor of the Mansion is now a series of art studios from which…
Take a step back in time in our guided tour of Valentines Mansion and discover our fascinating history. Built in 1696 for Elizabeth Tillotson, the widow of the Archbishop of Canterbury, the mansion has had a succession of owners and…
Take a step back in time and discover the history of Valentines Mansion. Built in 1696 for Elizabeth Tillotson, the widow of the Archbishop of Canterbury, the mansion has had a succession of owners and uses since. Tour the house…
This Christmas, the elves will travel to Valentines Mansion as they need your help to pass their tests and complete training before they can graduate from the Elf Academy. Reckon you’ve got what it takes? The Elves are joined by…
Our studio artists come together in our art gallery to show off their latest work from 2025. Find out more about our artists.
The annual festive get-together with the Friends of Valentines Mansion, whose members support the preservation and improvement of Valentines Mansion, Gardens and Park. Relax in beautiful surroundings, for a social occasion to celebrate the New Year. During the first part…
The most wonderful time of the year at Valentines Mansion! Come along for a day full of festive cheer - carol singing, craft stalls for some Christmas shopping, Artists' Open Studios, children's craft activities, live music, Victorian Christmas displays, mulled…
One of the most exciting events in our calendar! The Christmas Artists' Open Studios. The perfect day out for some unique festive gift shopping - choose from fused glass, paintings, ceramics, jewellery and more. A great day out the entire…
An exhibition showing a selection of work by the artist Stanislaw Brunstein, born in Warsaw in 1914, died in Ilford in 1994. These paintings will take you on the artist’s journey from his beloved Warsaw to post war England, via…
Something special to get you in the mood for the festivities! Join floral artist Maya from Blooming Flair to create your very own unique Christmas wreath using fresh blue pine, aromatic eucalyptus, spiced cinnamon sticks, and zesty dried oranges —…
Feeling "crafty"? Feeling creative? All are welcome - whether a beginner, intermediate or experienced - to come and enjoy creating something, maybe for Christmas, or just for fun? Knitting, crotchet, sewing! Patterns and materials provided, or bring your own. We'll…
Feeling "crafty"? Feeling creative? All are welcome - whether a beginner, intermediate or experienced - to come and enjoy creating something, maybe for Christmas, or just for fun? Knitting, crotchet, sewing! Patterns and materials provided, or bring your own. We'll…