We are proud to present new Hauser & Wirth Publishers title ‘Planting the Oudolf Gardens at Hauser & Wirth Somerset,’ available 19 September. This book unveils Piet Oudolf’s deep horticultural expertise in more than 300 exceptional quality photographs of the gardens at Somerset.

Hauser & Wirth Somerset has a rich and varied education program, providing opportunities for individuals, schools, special interest groups, families and outreach work. In conjunction with the exhibition program, the gallery offers a series of artist, specialist and curator-led talks, seminars and events open to schools, colleges, universities and general members of the public.

Regular events for families are held on the first Saturday of every month. Each exhibition includes a private view just for teachers and online resource packs are available for lesson planning. The gallery’s youth group Arthaus, meet once a month and have the opportunity to meet our artists, gallery team and specialists in a series of events such as workshops, conversations and talks.

We are delighted to welcome back artist Mike Glier as artist-in-residence for the month of January. Glier was previously in residence at the Maltings studios in Bruton from September – December 2019, and will be returning again in May 2020.

Glier uses painting and drawing to explore topics of common interest. He also teaches, which he considers to be a part of his creative output. Masculinity, consumerism, and conflict were subjects for much of his early work. For the last two decades, however, he has focused on the human relationship with the environment.

Hauser & Wirth Somerset offers group tours, talks and tailored events. Pre-booking is essential for both self-directed visits and groups who wish to book a tour. Group leaders are asked to complete and submit a booking enquiry form at least two weeks in advance of your proposed visit.

The Education Team will process your request and check availability for your selected dates. We will aim to be in touch by email within three working days of receiving your form. If you would like to discuss options for a group visit to Hauser & Wirth Somerset, please call our Education Team on +44 1749 814060.

All public areas of Hauser & Wirth Somerset are accessible for wheelchair users. The gallery aims to be as accommodating as possible and if members of your group have disabilities or special needs, then please contact the gallery in advance of your visit to discuss your requirements.

Piet Oudolf, the internationally-renowned landscape designer from the Netherlands, has designed the landscaping scheme for the entire site, including Oudolf Field – a large perennial meadow situated behind the gallery buildings.

Carefully shaped and planted, the garden echoes the tradition of classical gardens, but the variety of species and combination of plants creates a looseness, softening the formality of its appearance. Known for his use of plants with spectacular seed heads, Oudolf has created a garden that has interest year round.

At the top of Oudolf Field sits the Radić Pavilion, designed by Chilean architect Smiljan Radić, it was installed at Hauser & Wirth Somerset in March 2015, following it’s unveiling the previous year as the Serpentine Gallery 2014 Pavilion.

Hauser & Wirth Somerset has a changing program of outdoor sculptures by the gallery’s roster of artists. The works are often used as the inspiration for events and educational workshops.

Photo: Bharti Kher, The fallow, 2019.

At the heart of Hauser & Wirth Somerset is onsite restaurant Roth Bar & Grill. Combining gastronomy with contemporary art, the restaurant is a vibrant, informal and convivial eating-place serving honest, simple and seasonal food.

The restaurant, terrace and garden are also available for private hire at other times.

Combining history and character with bold interiors and contemporary art, Durslade Farmhouse is our six bedroom property that is available to rent for single night, midweek, weekend or longer stays.

Dating back to the 18th Century, the Farmhouse was perceptively restored by Paris-based architectural firm Laplace in 2014. Original artworks by Hauser & Wirth artists are hung throughout, including two site-specific installations by Guillermo Kuitca and Pipilotti Rist.

Hauser & Wirth Somerset has two shops selling a range of books on art, architecture, design, food, gardening and landscape, as well as gifts, cards, bags, and limited edition art works.

We work with a range of artisans and makers, many based locally, including wood turner Greg Power who creates his spoons, bowls and cutting boards by hand using wood he sources locally in Somerset, and P.H. Coate and Son who produce stunning handmade willow baskets.

We also offer a range of Hauser & Wirth designed products, from beautiful lambs-wool blankets created by artists Mary Heilmann and Lee Lozano, to stunning Oudolf Field scarves and a range of Laguiole kitchen knives, made by the renowned French company using wood from here on Durslade Farm.

Hauser & Wirth Somerset supports, collaborates and works in partnership with many local institutions, businesses and organizations. Our founders Iwan & Manuela Wirth live locally and are patrons of a number of charities. Their charitable giving is focused on art, architecture, landscape, conservation, gardening, food, education and community.