After Hours
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As the Summer sun sets, come and play in a place like no other, at Compton Verney After Hours.
Imagine wandering through captivating exhibitions as the sun sets, sipping a cocktail while hula hooping with your new circus friends. Feel the excitement as you bounce on our giant Ringworld inflatable, then let the infectious rhythms of a world-class electro swing trio and live DJ sweep you off your feet.
This isn’t your ordinary night at the museum. We’re talking glitter, costumes, and a dash of circus magic that will make you feel like you’ve run away to join the big top. Grab some mouth-watering food, strike up a conversation with our roaming performers, and lose yourself in the festive atmosphere.
Art lovers, don’t worry – we haven’t forgotten you. Join our curator for an intimate sculpture tour or dive into a thought-provoking discussion about the importance of collecting art by women and female-identifying artists. It’s also one of your last chances to experience our celebrated A Spirit Inside exhibition.
Whether you’re planning a unique date night, a family adventure, or simply need an escape from the everyday, After Hours at Compton Verney promises an unforgettable blend of culture, creativity, and pure, unadulterated fun.
prices and information
Adult – £15
19-25 year olds – £12
18 and under – £8
Under 2s – Free
6 – 9pm
Doors open at 5.45pm
You’ll need to prebook your Sculpture Tour slot at checkout.
ABOUT THE ACTIVITIES…
Flying Seagulls Circus
Circus skills for all ages and a giggling comedy corner, join this renowned group as they help you master new skills while making you laugh. A warning to the crowds: this is no spectator sport!
RINGWORLD
Climb and conquer Ringworld’s giant inflatable structures, sparking your sense of play and adventure. Only at After Hours can children and adults of all ages enjoy this exciting activity! Let the towering trees and sculptures around you ignite your imagination as you rediscover your passion for play.
Electro swing project TRio with DJ SET
End this extraordinary evening with music from the Electro Swing Project Trio with DJ set beneath the grand trees of our Wellingtonia Avenue. Dance to their irresistible fusion of modern day Pop Music with hits of the 1920s!
Sculpture Tour
Join Compton Verney’s Director of Creative Programming and Engagement, Abigail Viner, for an exclusive tour of our new Sculpture in the Park. You’ll gain incredible insights into all of the artists and works, from Louise Bourgeois’ ‘Spider’ to ‘Pissflowers’ by Helen Chadwick.
In conversation with
Chloe Wing and Permindar Kaur
Engage in an illuminating talk with leading artists whose work is currently exhibited inside our exhibition A Spirit Inside. You’ll learn more about Chloe Wing’s intricate masterpiece ‘Paper Cage’ as well as Permindar Kaur’s powerful works ‘Turbans’ and ‘Overgrown House’. Hosted by Jo Baring, Director of the Ingram Collection of Modern British & Contemporary Art, and Harriet Loffler who is the Curator of The Women’s Art Collection at Murray Edwards College, University of Cambridge, this is an opportunity to hear about how important it is to collect art and especially female and female identifying art. Find out more about the panel below.
VR experiences
explore the
collections and exhibitions
For less than the price of a regular day ticket, enjoy the unique opportunity to explore Compton Verney after hours, taking in the art at your own pace and without the usual crowds. This special access allows you to fully immerse yourself in the powerful beauty of our collections.
Street food-inspired dining
at
Compton Verney
Stone baked Sourdough Pizza
Classic Margherita (V) £8
Roasted Mediterranean vegetables, mozzarella, shaved parmesan & rocket, (V) (VGO) £9
Dried cured streaky bacon, mushrooms, slices of artichoke & mozzarella £9.50
(Gluten free options available)
Skin on fries (VGO) £4.50
Loaded Fries
Cheese sauce, jalapenos, salsa, sour cream and guacamole (V) (VGO) (GF) £8.50
Chicken shawarma, garlic sauce, fresh tomato, spring onion and coriander £9.50
Wraps
All wrapped up with chopped salad and minted yoghurt
Chicken shawarma £10.50
Bang Bang cauliflower with pickled slaw and sriracha mayo (VGO) £9.50
(Gluten free wraps available)
Jude’s Ice Cream
Various flavours
Sip ‘n’ Swig
Enjoy a selection of freshly made cocktails from Warwickshire’s rustic mobile cocktail bar at Sip ‘n’ Swing.
about the artists and experts…
Jo Baring
Director of the Ingram Collection of Modern British & Contemporary Art, one of the UK’s most significant art collections, Jo is also a former Director of Christie’s and has written for art publications such as Apollo.
hARRIET lOFFLER
Prior to her role as Curator of The Women’s Art Collection at Murray Edwards College, University of Cambridge. Harriet was the Curator of Modern and Contemporary Art at Norwich Castle Museum & Art Gallery from 2009-2018 and also worked for the Tate, The Museum of Modern Art, New York and Frieze, London. She regularly contributes to conferences, panel discussions and public art commissioning panels.
Chloe wing
Part of the newly formed Young Contemporary Talents section of The Ingram Collection, ‘Paper Cage’ by Chloe Wing is a recent acquisition from the MFA fine art degree show at Wimbledon College of Art and is currently on display in the exhibition A Spirit Inside at Compton Verney, open until 1 September 2024.
Permindar kaur
Permindar Kaur’s (b. 1965, Nottingham) artistic practice extends over more than three decades during which time she has become one of Britain’s most innovative artists. Known as much for her deft manipulation of materials including glass, metal, and fabric, as for her evocative exploration of home, childhood, memory and cultural identity, Kaur’s practice defies easy categorisation. Her artworks ‘Overgrown House’ and ‘Turbans’ can both be seen at Compton Verney.
