Charleston
Firle, East Sussex
Image: CharlestonThe modernist home and studio of painters Vanessa Bell and Duncan Grant, a farmhouse near Firle where a timed house visit explores their art and lives. Galleries with changing exhibitions, a walled garden, a cafe and a shop complete the visit.
Highlights
- House visit exploring Vanessa Bell, Duncan Grant and their circle
- Walled garden
- Exhibitions including Quentin Bell and Growing up at Charleston
- Talks and events programme
Good to know
- Dogs on leads are welcome in the walled garden, shop and cafe, but only assistance dogs in the house and galleries
- Pushchairs are not allowed in the house
- Gardens have open water without barriers
Getting there
Charleston, Charleston in Firle, near Lewes, East Sussex, BN8 6LLParking: On-site car park, with two Blue Badge spaces in a separate car park closer to the house.
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