Oliver Messel grew up at Nymans (where his father Ludwig designed the gardens) and went on to become one of the country’s foremost costume and set designers for both stage and film, either side of WW2. The National Trust-run country house is celebrating the connection with a lavish exhibition of his work. Raise the curtain […]
Step through the wardrobe into Narnia, as Nymans brings CS Lewis’s classic tale to life. Magical scenes are reimagined throughout the country house, including Mr and Mrs Beaver’s lodge, the White Witch’s castle upstairs, and Mr Tumnus’ cave in the garden. Discover more magic at nationaltrust.org.uk
Artist duo Mariusz and Kasia Kaldowski capture the essence of Nymans in this delightful exhibition of work rooted firmly in the languages of expressionism and impressionism. The show is open daily from 11am - 3:30pm. Click here to book tickets.
Fans of Matthew Bourne’s camp, kitschy ballet-romp Nutcracker! will relish the chance to see costumes from the hit show (mostly in different shades of pink) on display in the Gallery, and there’s the chance to follow a themed family trail in the garden, with the manor house interior all dressed up for a Nutcracker-inspired ‘Land […]
Imagine the house before the fire – the impressive scale, rich decoration, and lavish interiors, all the product of one woman’s vision. Step into Maud Messel’s imagined studio to see her vision evolve and add your own creative spin to Maud’s grand design.
