The Rodd - Art Gallery, House and Grounds | Sidney Nolan Trust

A rural arts centre, art gallery and visitor attraction near the market town of Kington. At The Rodd art, heritage and landscape combine so that visitors of all ages can experience internationally acclaimed contemporary art and enjoy a day out. At its heart is Rodd Court, a Jacobean manor house that has been a place for artists and creativity for more than 100 years.

There is plenty of open space where visitors can connect with nature. Take in beautiful views of the Hindwell Valley, with short walks leading to the river and nearby Rodd Wood. Younger visitors can discover nature and get creative with den building in our new coppice area.

A programme of workshops and events runs throughout the year, making it a destination for art lovers, curious visitors and families – please check the what’s on section of our website for details.

Ample free parking is available. Dogs are welcome and a pop-up café serves tea, coffee and locally made cakes and soup.

Pre-booked guided tours are available for groups.

Visitors can also stay on-site in Orchard Cottage, a comfortable one-bedroom, dog-friendly holiday cottage within the grounds that sleeps up to four people.

The Rodd was the final home of renowned Australian artist Sir Sidney Nolan and his wife Mary, founders of the Sidney Nolan Trust, which now cares for their former home, 180 acres of farmland and woodland, Nolan’s only surviving studio and a major collection of his work.