Following the latest government advice about Coronavirus, we are postponing our annual reopening and will not launch This Living Hand: Edmund de Waal presents Henry Moore on 3 April.
We are extremely disappointed to delay the opening of this exciting exhibition, but the safety of our audiences, company and staff is of utmost importance. We apologise for the disruption and wish you well during this difficult period. As soon as we can safely announce an opening date for 2020, we will post information on all of our digital channels.
If you already have a group booking for 2020, our team will be contact via email shortly.
To ensure your health and the safety of those around you, here is the latest public health advice provided by the NHS and the government.
Our sculpture gardens and studios, based at Henry Moore's former home in Hertfordshire, are the best place in the world to appreciate the artist's work, offering your group the chance to discover more about the life and work of one of Britain’s most famous sculptors. Your group can spend the afternoon with one of our friendly, knowledgeable guides and hear Henry Moore’s remarkable story while surrounded by over 20 of his iconic sculptures. Discover his creative journey in his fascinating studios, where the origins of his monumental bronzes are evident in the hundreds of small models (maquettes) that line the shelves.
We also offer the chance for you to visit the artist’s family home, Hoglands, where he lived with his family for over 40 years and the 16th century Aisled Barn which is the only place in the world where you can see Moore’s remarkable tapestries.
We offer three itineraries, for groups of 10 or more, which both include a guided tour of the sculpture gardens, exhibition and studios. Itinerary A includes a morning tour of Hoglands, the Moore’s family home, while Itinerary C includes a talk and handling session in the Henry Moore Archive. All itineraries are offered at a discounted ticket rate. Your group can choose from a range of delicious refreshments in our on site cafe; our visits and events team will take you through the menu options.
Group ticket prices 2019 / 2020
Please note that we can only accommodate coaches up to 11m long (approx 35 seats)
| Itinerary A: Hoglands house, studios, gardens and exhibition | £14.30 |
| Itinerary B: Studios, gardens and exhibition | £9.80 |
| Itinerary C: Archive, studios, gardens and exhibition | £14.30 |
As part of your visit in 2020, you will be able to enjoy This Living Hand: Edmund de Waal presents Henry Moore an exhibition of sculpture and works on paper curated by acclaimed author and artist Edmund de Waal. This exciting new exhibition looks the role of touch in sculpture and the iconography of the hand in Henry Moore's work.
Testimonials from visiting groups
“Everyone thoroughly enjoyed the day on Saturday. The new Visitor Centre and Exhibition are a great addition. From very knowledgeable guides, we learnt about the life of Henry Moore, the inspiration for his sculptures and other many art works, and the methods used to create them. Add to this a warm welcome from your staff, delicious catering, beautiful gardens and grounds, all contributing to make a perfect day out. Several members have said they will be visiting again. On behalf of us all, thank you very much for arranging everything ”
25 July, 2018
“I want to say a huge thank you for our very enjoyable outing on Thursday. We had a very warm welcome from staff and the 3 guides were exceptionally good. My wonderful 92 year old client Mary Algar (an artist and print maker herself) appreciated the loan of a mobility scooter and used it to get about and sketch the sculptures. Finally, thanks for all your help making the group booking go so smoothly. I will be recommending the Henry Moore Foundation to other branches of Age UK. ”
15 October 2018
