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Houghton Hall and Gardens is OPEN to the public every Sunday, Wednesday and Thursday until the 31st October 2024

21 April - 31 October, 2024

Antony Gormley:
Time Horizon

Time Horizon, one of Antony Gormley’s most spectacular large-scale installations, is being shown across the grounds and through the house at Houghton Hall in Norfolk from 21 April – 31 October 2024. It is the first time the work has been staged in the UK and it is attracting visitors from across the globe.
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Featuring 100 life-size sculptures, the works are distributed across 300 acres of the park, the furthest away being approximately 1.5 miles on the West Avenue.  The cast-iron sculptures, each weighing 620kg and standing at an average of 191cm, are installed at the same datum level to create a single horizontal plane across the landscape.  Some works are buried, allowing only a part of the head to be visible, while others are buried to the chest or knees according to the topography.  Only occasionally do they stand on the existing surface.  Around a quarter of the works are placed on columns that vary from a few centimetres high to rising four metres off the ground.

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"As visitors wander through the grounds of Houghton Hall, they are invited to contemplate the landscape’s vastness with the figures’ human scale. Gormley’s “Time Horizon” transcends the boundaries, offering a profound meditation on the human experience in all its beauty and complexity." Artlyst

Antony Gormley's Time Horizon at Hougton Hall and Gardens
About the Artist

Antony Gormley is one of the most important artists of his generation and is widely acclaimed for his sculptures, installations and public artworks that investigate the relationship of the human body to space.  His work has been exhibited throughout the UK and internationally.

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 “My ambition for this show is that people should roam far and wide.  Art has recently privileged the object rather than the experience that objects can initiate.  Time Horizon is not a picture, it is a field and you are in it.  The work puts the experience of the subject/visitor/protagonist on an equal footing with all material presences, organic and inorganic.  The quality of the light, the time of the year, the state of the weather and the condition of your mind, body and soul are all implicated in the field, as is all the evidence within it of human activity already accomplished as well as the plethora of life forms that surround the hall.”

Plan your Visit

Enjoy a grand day out that exceeds expectations.

  • ART ENTHUSIASTS
    Immerse yourself in our celebrated series of contemporary art shows, with major solo exhibitions in 2024 by Antony Gormley and Madeleine Odundo. Discover our permanent sculpture collection and thought-provoking installations, featuring works by world-renowned artists such as Richard Long, Stephen Cox, Jeppe Hein, Anya Gallaccio, and James Turrell displayed throughout the grounds.
  • GARDEN LOVERS
    Step into the award-winning five-acre Walled Garden, which includes a spectacular double-sided herbaceous border, a kitchen garden with arches and espaliers of apples and pears, and a formal rose parterre. It offers a haven for the avid horticulturalist, nature lover, or anyone in search of peaceful tranquility amidst a beautiful setting.
  • FAMILIES & ALL AGES
    Embark on a day of enthralment and exploration! Our attractions cater to everyone, from the world-class model soldier museum housing the largest private collection in the world, to the nearby (5* TripAdvisor rated) café, lively playground, majestic historic Hall, and breathtaking Walled Gardens and sculpture park.
  • HISTORY BUFFS
    Embark on a journey through time, exploring the storied halls of Sir Robert Walpole's residence and delving into the legacies left by generations at Houghton Hall. This fine example of Palladian architecture and interiors by William Kent is also home to the 7th Marquess of Cholmondeley, Walpole's descendant, and his family.
  • By Train:
    The nearest train station is King’s Lynn. Greater Anglia operate a regular service from London Kings Cross and Cambridge to King’s Lynn. There are direct trains from London King’s Cross to King’s Lynn https://www.thetrainline.com
  • By Road:
    Houghton Hall is located half a mile off the A148 King’s Lynn to Fakenham road, approximately 13 miles East of King’s Lynn and 10 miles West of Fakenham. Look for Brown Tourist Signs on the A148 indicating the turnoff. Once you enter New Houghton, follow the road straight to the main gates of the Hall. Drive through the main gates and follow the road through the Deer Park to reach the Car Park.
  • By Taxi:
    Taxis from King’s Lynn train station to Houghton Hall take approximately 25 minutes. Connect Cars – Tel 01553 776633 King’s Abbey Cars – Tel 01553 777788
  • What if I can’t visit after I’ve booked?
    While we are unable to provide refunds, we understand that plans can change unexpectedly, and we don't want you to miss out. Please reach out to us via info@houghtonhall.com, and we'll do our best to accommodate your request to visit on a different date this season (typically requiring 48 hours' notice).
  • Do I need to book tickets?
    We highly encourage you to book your tickets in advance of your visit to secure your spot, and you can take advantage of the £2 pe