William Kent Birthplace

There is a display based on his life and works in the Gallery. There are details of the style that he created and illustrations of his architecture and landscape architecture. He was one of the first Architects who not only built significant houses but also designed the interiors, furniture and fittings for them. He also designed the landscaped gardens both formal and informal, the ones at Rousham are almost as he created them. His father, William Cant, was a Joiner who lived and worked in Bridlington and sent his son to the grammar school in the town. William Kent was patronised by Richard 3rd Earl of Burlington, he became one of the most fashionable designers in England. This in turn led to work at Stowe, Chiswick House, Horse Guards Parade, Kensington Palace interiors, the Royal Mews, Houghton Hall and the Assembly Rooms in York as well as Rousham House and Holkham Hall.

Timings & Tours

Friday 12 September:

10.30am to 16.00pm

Saturday 13 September:

10.00am - 16.00pm

Sunday 14 September:

10.00am - 16.00pm

Monday 15 September:

10.00am - 16.00pm

Tuesday 16 September:

10.00am - 16.00pm

Wednesday 17 September:

10.00am - 16.00pm

Thursday 18 September:

10.00am - 16.00pm

Friday 19 September:

10.00am - 16.00pm

Saturday 20 September:

10.00am - 16.00pm

Location & directions

45 High Street, Bridlington, East Riding of Yorkshire, YO16 4PR

Directions:

The Gallery is easy to find on High Street, the gallery is open from 10.00am until 16.00pm daily.

Contact on day:

Pam Quigley

Booking information

Pre-booking requirement:

Pre-booking not required

Accessibility details

Parking is available on High Street limited to one hour for free.

Additional information

Max no of people per tour:

12

Est. tour duration:

0 hour(s) 30 minute(s)

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