Begin the new year with a cultural day out in the heart of Kendal. From 1 – 31 January 2026, visitors can enjoy half-price entry to Abbot Hall art gallery.
January Ticket Prices
• Adults: £6
• Students: £4.50
• Children (5–15): £3
• Children aged 4 and under: Free
Opening times: Wednesday to Saturday, 10am–4pm
Abbot Hall is a place to enjoy art whether you’re visiting on your own, with friends or bringing the whole family. A discounted January ticket gives you access to all current exhibitions and galleries.
Highlights include Boat Works by Turner Prize-winning artist Simon Starling, a significant exhibition exploring themes of migration, metamorphosis and transformation. On display until 13 March 2026, January is the perfect time to experience this major exhibition at a reduced price.
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Visitors can also explore the Ecology Gallery, which tells the stories of our local landscape and wildlife, and examines the impact of human activity on the environment we share here in Cumbria.
In the Collections Galleries, explore art through the ages, from historic to contemporary works. Discover pieces by George Romney, Kurt Schwitters, Bridget Riley, Barbara Hepworth and Charmaine Watkiss, alongside many others. From portraiture and abstraction to sculpture and mixed media, the galleries bring together a rich mix of traditional and modern art.
Visiting with children? Follow Sully the Cat’s Art Trail, a fun and family-friendly way to explore the gallery together.
After your visit, relax in our Coffee Bar and Creative Space, the perfect spot to warm up, unwind and reflect on what you’ve seen.
We look forward to welcoming you to Abbot Hall this January.
