Group Visits

As a group visitor it’s never been so easy to enjoy a day out at The Hepworth Wakefield. Be inspired by historic and modern art as well as contemporary exhibitions by international artists. Unwind in the garden, enjoy delicious food in the café and browse gifts in the shop.

EXCLUSIVE GUIDED TOURS

Entry to the gallery is free, but why not book a special 45 minute tour with our gallery team to introduce you to the gallery and current exhibition? Only £6 per person.

For an extra special tour, let one of our curators show you around our galleries, focusing on your chosen subject, Barbara Hepworth, the current exhibition or Yorkshire in pictures. £18 per person.

Groups booked onto a guided tours receive the following extra benefits:

• Coach welcome and introduction to the gallery
• Point of contact during your visit
• Catering offers and reserved seating in our café subject to availability
• A complimentary hot drink for your coach driver

We are committed to creating a peaceful, enjoyable atmosphere in our galleries and the safety, security of our visitors, staff and art works is paramount. For this reason our guided tours are limited to 20 people. For larger groups we would suggest the party divides into smaller groups and one enjoys the cafe and shop while the other is on the guided tour.

Groups are welcome to lead themselves around the galleries during opening hours, however we request that all group visits of 8 people or more are booked in advance by emailing groups@hepworthwakefield.org or calling 01924 247360.

QUALITY CATERING

Book in advance to receive special offers, reserved seating in our café, and a complimentary drink for your coach driver. Indulge in traditional afternoon tea, or choose from our menu including Yorkshire ploughman’s and daily chef’s specials.
 

BOOK TODAY

Call 01924 247360 or email groups@hepworthwakefield.org

Coaches may drop off directly outside the gallery on Gallery Walk, we have no facility for coach parking.there is a pay and display coach park 2 minutes from the gallery on Quebec Street.

Visitors at The Hepworth Wakefield. Photo: Jonty Wilde

GROUP ITINERARIES

Why not try one of our suggested itineraries and combine your visit to The Hepworth with one of Wakefield’s many attractions.

Art and Culture

Yorkshire Sculpture Park is just 7 miles from the gallery and features more than 40 sculptures displayed across stunning parkland. T: 01924 832631

Heritage

Nostell Priory, just 5 miles away, is an 18th-century architectural masterpiece with Chippendale furniture, fine art collections and gardens. T: 01924 863892

The National Coal Mining Museum, 7 miles from The Hepworth, gives an opportunity to travel down one of Britain’s oldest working mines. T: 01924 848806

Shopping

Visit Wakefield city centre for Ridings Centre and Trinity Walk, a new 500,000 sq ft shopping centre just 1 mile away, or Junction 32 Outlet Shopping Village, 8 miles away.