Tour: Design Highlights of the Russell-Cotes
Join us for a captivating guided tour exploring the design highlights and design masters of the Russell-Cotes collection, with a particular focus on ceramics, tiles, wall coverings, and many intricate features that shape the house’s remarkable interior design and decoration.
Discover how Merton and Annie Russell-Cotes curated their home as a showcase of global artistry and late‑Victorian taste. Along the way, you’ll encounter standout pieces by celebrated designers and makers.
Whether you’re passionate about historic interiors, fascinated by decorative arts, or simply curious about the hidden stories behind the house’s most striking details, this short tour offers a deeper appreciation of the Russell‑Cotes as a total work of art.
Tuesday 6 October, 2.15pm
Tuesday 27 October, 2.15pm
Tuesday 3 November, 2.15pm
Tuesday 10 November, 2.15pm
Tuesday 17 November, 2.15pm
Tuesday 24 November, 2.15pm
This is a free drop-in tour, included in normal admission to the historic house, and usually lasts around 30 – 45 minutes.
Please be aware that our tours are led by our team of wonderful volunteers. Due to availability, occasionally tours have to be cancelled at the last minute.
06th October 26 - 27th October 26


