Art in Action - Until 2016, every July up to 400 artists, crafters, performers and musicians gathered together in Waterperry Gardens to demonstrate their skills and show their work. You could watch the potter pot, the painter paint and the sculptor sculpt. You could ask the masters of the arts of jewellery, textiles, woodwork and glassblowing about the secrets of their craft. In the ever popular Practical Classes section, you could have a go yourself at the art or craft of your choice with the guidance of an expert teacher.

In 1977, 51 artists and musicians took part in the first Art in Action and 14,000 visitors arrived. In 2016,  Art in Action welcomed approximately 28,000 people over four days. Visitors came to learn, buy and enjoy the exhibitions, classes and performances.

In 2016 the decision was taken to end Art in Action in its current form. The plan is very much to develop Waterperry House and Gardens as a centre for the Arts, and we have been working with other organisations to extend the range of events that are available at Waterperry House.

Waterperry Opera Festival is now an annual fixture at Waterperry House, just one example of the events showcasing the house and grounds. You can see the wide range of events at Waterperry on the What's On at Waterperry page.

Waterperry House is a residential centre for the School of Philosophy and Economic Science. As well as the astounding gardens, the famous frescoes at Waterperry can be viewed via guided tour every Wednesday and Friday at 2.00pm. Visit the Waterperry Gardens website for more details.