Conservation in Action
Wed 19 Aug · 12:00
Osterley Park and House
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The Conservation in Action event will take place on 5 August 2026 at 11:00 at Osterley Park and House in London. Admission is required and attendees can watch skilled conservationists at work in the House.
From 14 July to 20 August, join us every Wednesday and Thursday in the House for a rare behind-the-scenes opportunity to watch skilled conservationists at work as they carefully restore our magnificent Breakfast Room mirrors.
Discover the artistry, precision and dedication behind this Red Listed Heritage Craft. Observe the conservation process up close, ask questions and learn more about the fascinating techniques used to preserve these historic treasures for future generations.
Every Thursday at 1pm, enjoy a dedicated engagement session featuring live demonstrations and talks from one of our expert conservators. Visitors are welcome to ask questions throughout the day, except during moments when complete concentration is required for delicate conservation work.
Young visitors can get hands-on too! The Breakfast Room will host a range of family-friendly activities, including colouring your own gilded frame using gold pencils, and air-dry clay pressing activities inspired by decorative heritage crafts
House admission applies.
Entry to the House begins at 11.00am, with last admission at 3.30pm.
Come and experience these remarkable heritage skills in action and witness the careful restoration of some of the House's most beautiful collection.
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Conservation in Action takes place on Wednesday, 19 August 2026 at 12:00. The event runs until Thursday, 20 August 2026.
Conservation in Action is held at Osterley Park and House in London (Jersey Road, Isleworth, Middlesex).
Tickets for Conservation in Action can be booked via nationaltrust.org.uk using the "Check Tickets & Live Prices" button on this page, which opens the official booking site in a new tab.
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Conservation in Action
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The Conservation in Action event will take place on 5 August 2026 at 11:00 at Osterley Park and House in London. Admission is required and attendees can watch skilled conservationists at work in the House.
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From 14 July to 20 August, join us every Wednesday and Thursday in the House for a rare behind-the-scenes opportunity to watch skilled conservationists at work as they carefully restore our magnificent Breakfast Room mirrors.
Discover the artistry, precision and dedication behind this Red Listed Heritage Craft. Observe the conservation process up close, ask questions and learn more about the fascinating techniques used to preserve these historic treasures for future generations.
Every Thursday at 1pm, enjoy a dedicated engagement session featuring live demonstrations and talks from one of our expert conservators. Visitors are welcome to ask questions throughout the day, except during moments when complete concentration is required for delicate conservation work.
Young visitors can get hands-on too! The Breakfast Room will host a range of family-friendly activities, including colouring your own gilded frame using gold pencils, and air-dry clay pressing activities inspired by decorative heritage crafts
House admission applies.
Entry to the House begins at 11.00am, with last admission at 3.30pm.
Come and experience these remarkable heritage skills in action and witness the careful restoration of some of the House's most beautiful collection.
Description supplied by the event organiser.
❓ Frequently asked questions
When is Conservation in Action?
Conservation in Action takes place on Wednesday, 19 August 2026 at 12:00. The event runs until Thursday, 20 August 2026.
Where is Conservation in Action taking place?
Conservation in Action is held at Osterley Park and House in London (Jersey Road, Isleworth, Middlesex).
How do I get tickets for Conservation in Action?
Tickets for Conservation in Action can be booked via nationaltrust.org.uk using the "Check Tickets & Live Prices" button on this page, which opens the official booking site in a new tab.
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