Tour: Taste, Design, and the Georgian Gentleman
The Vyne, Basingstoke · 29 July to 1 November 2026
Image: The VyneA guided hour-long tour at The Vyne near Basingstoke, running on Wednesdays and Saturdays from 29 July to 1 November 2026 between 3pm and 4pm. It explores the life and legacy of style connoisseur John Chute alongside a house-wide exhibition on Georgian design history. Tickets are requested on the day from Visitor Reception for a suggested donation of £5 per person, and the tour suits those interested in history and design.
Highlights
- Hour-long tour of The Vyne's Georgian design history
- Focuses on the life and legacy of John Chute
- Runs Wednesdays and Saturdays, 3pm to 4pm, until 1 November
Getting there
The Vyne, RG24 9HL
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