The Art of Wallpaper: Morris & Co.
Watts Gallery, Compton · 21 May to 10 January 2027
Image: Watts GalleryAn exhibition at Watts Gallery in Compton running from 21 May 2026 to 10 January 2027. It brings together more than 30 original William Morris wallpapers from the Morris & Co. archives, with works connecting to May Morris, G F Watts, Mary Watts and the De Morgans, including a portrait of Morris by Watts on loan from the National Portrait Gallery. Suits families and visitors interested in design and craft.
Highlights
- More than 30 original Morris & Co. wallpapers from the archives
- Includes a portrait of William Morris by G F Watts on loan from the National Portrait Gallery
- Children under 16 go free
Getting there
Watts Gallery, GU3 1DQ
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Image: Watts Gallery Artists' VillagePay if and what you can days
Watts Gallery Artists' Village in Compton offers pay if and what you can days on selected dates between November 2026 and April 2027. Visitors can pay what they wish on those days, and the event page sets out the dates and times. It suits families, couples and friends wanting a low-cost visit to the gallery.
Image: Watts Gallery Artists' VillageThe Art of Wallpaper: Curator's tour
Curator-led tours of The Art of Wallpaper: Morris & Co. exhibition at Watts Gallery Artists' Village in Compton, near Guildford. Tours run from 5 November 2026 to 7 January 2027 and are booked in advance through the gallery's event page. Suitable for adults and anyone interested in design history and Arts and Crafts wallpapers.
Image: Watts Gallery Artists' VillageWatts Tots
Watts Tots is a series of sessions for very young children and their grown ups at Watts Gallery Artists' Village in Compton, running from 6 November to 4 December 2026. Times are listed on the event page, and booking is required there. It suits families with toddlers.