Innovative artists who have created nature-inspired installations in London and Shanghai are set to add a fresh perspective to the historic gardens of England’s greatest Elizabethan house.
Bringing a “bold new vision” to the grounds of Burghley House and Gardens this spring and summer, internationally renowned Graphic Rewilding will create an outdoor art installation aimed at challenging perceptions of a “typical” historic house visitor experience.
Behind the idea are Lee Baker and Catherine Borowski (above) who are transforming the gardens of Burghley into an outdoor gallery featuring giant flags and artworks, all inspired by the flora and fauna in the House’s extensive Collection as well as in its gardens.
Being staged from 15 March until 31 August in two separate locations within the grounds of Burghley House – built by Queen Elizabeth I’s chief minister William Cecil – Botanic Tapestry will be their largest and most ambitious UK exhibition outside of London.
First to be transformed will be the historic South Gardens. From 15 March to 21 April 2025, 24 artworks featuring 12 different designs on five metre poles will line the pathway to the House, creating a grand processional route of botanical flags.
Inspired by the collection of tapestries, textiles and ceramics within the House, as well as flowers found in the gardens, Graphic Rewilding have added their own artistic interpretation as part of their trademark ethos of weaving nature’s beauty into contemporary art.
Botanic Tapestry will be included with normal admission and visitors will receive a four-page booklet revealing more details about the exhibition.
Gardens and Adventure Play tickets cost £10 adults, £8 children and £32 for a family when booked in advance.
For full details of opening times, all events and to book tickets, visit www.burghley.co.uk.
