FOUR MORE PLACES TO EXPLORE

Red House BEXLEYHEATH, GREATER LONDON Where William Morris could dream

The Red House was the rural retreat of William Morris, the guiding light of the Arts and Crafts movement, and his muse/wife Janey – a place where Morris could indulge his dream of “transforming the world with beauty”. In 2003, the house was purchased by the National Trust, who set about restoring it to its original condition.

nationaltrust.org.uk/red-house

Barbara Hepworth Museum and Sculpture Garden ST IVES, CORNWALL Where a sculptor sought sanctuary

St Ives became a haven for artists during the Second World War, among them sculptor Barbara Hepworth. She moved into Trewyn Studios in 1950, where she remained until her death in 1975. The studio, now a museum in line with Hepworth’s wishes, features some of her greatest sculptures (including Sphere with Inner Form, pictured right).

tate.org.uk

3 Brantwood CONISTON WATER, CUMBRIA Where Ruskin drew inspiration

Artist, writer and social reformer, John Ruskin spent the final 28 years of his life at Brantwood, in the heart of the Lake District. A strong influence on the Pre-Raphaelite Brotherhood and William Morris, Ruskin’s work can be found throughout the grand house, which today hosts art exhibitions and talks.

brantwood.org.uk

Broughton House KIRKCUDBRIGHT, DUMFRIES & GALLOWAY Where the ‘Glasgow Boy’ retreated

The home and studio of Edward Atkinson Hornel, Broughton House was bought by the Scottish artist in 1901. Known for his landscapes and part of the ‘Glasgow Boys’ group of artists, Hornel’s work is on display in abundance here.

nts.org.uk