The Harley Foundation
People’s Art
When does craft become art, and which do we value more? Visit People’s Art to discover the work of five contemporary artists, alongside historic pieces of folk art.
In the heart of the estate is Welbeck Abbey, founded as a monastery in 1153. After the Dissolution, the Abbey was bought by Bess of Hardwick’s youngest son, Sir Charles Cavendish. It descended through the family and became the country seat to a succession of Dukes of Portland.
When does craft become art, and which do we value more? Visit People’s Art to discover the work of five contemporary artists, alongside historic pieces of folk art.
Take a tour of the Harley Studios to meet a selection of our artists, and learn more about what they do and where they do it.
The 5th Duke was an unusual figure in Victorian high society, and many myths and legends have grown around his memory. This exhibition reveals the mysterious world of the 5th Duke of Portland.
Cuckney House is an 18th-century country manor house offering self-catering accommodation for up to 38 people in 15 bedrooms.
Set in a secluded woodland with manicured grounds, tennis courts, a BBQ area and hot tubs. The house also has a stunning function room which seats up to 50 and is ideal for self-catered weddings and events.
The largest of our barn conversions, Mrs Butterwick, has four bedrooms, three bathrooms, a lounge, and a snug with a large farmhouse kitchen, including original feeding troughs. This self-catering cottage sleeps up to eight guests.
It includes a large garden and a hot tub, and it offers uninterrupted views of rolling fields and woodland.
The stunning three-bedroom La Roche has it all if you want a luxurious country escape. Sunlight floods the whole place thanks to a wow-factor floor-to-ceiling window at the very centre of the property. And if that wasn't enough, there is a hot tub in the garden. This self-catering holiday cottage sleeps up to six.
Situated in the heart of the historic Welbeck Village, this impressive ornate stone holiday cottage is full of original features, with all the cosy accessories for a relaxing stay. Sleeping four people in two bedrooms, the cottage forms part of The Winnings; a row of ornate almshouses built by Welbeck Abbey’s 6th Duke of Portland.
If you’re looking for a beautiful spot to escape to, then you’ll love our holiday cottage in the heart of Welbeck. You’ll find your own slice of tranquillity right here in this private rural historic estate, nestled within Sherwood Forest in north Nottinghamshire.
Sleeping four, this impressive stone cottage has been carefully restored to offer a relaxed and cosy retreat whilst retaining its historic character.
This idyllic, dog-friendly country retreat sleeps four in two bedrooms and has a lovely mezzanine bedroom, an enclosed garden with countryside views, and luxurious interiors.
This quaint, cosy two-bedroom, dog-friendly cottage sleeps three and makes for the perfect country retreat. It has plenty of public footpaths to explore from your doorstep and is set within its own private, enclosed garden and meadow.
The detached stone cottage has an open plan kitchen/diner and lounge area with a separate utility room and downstairs toilet and stairs leading up to a double bedroom, a single bedroom and a shower room.
Welbeck welcomes film crews of all sizes to the Estate, with a dedicated team to help facilitate all shoots with ease.
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