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Leighton House Museum
12 Holland Park Road
Kensington
London

W14 8LZ
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Leighton House was the home of Frederic, Lord Leighton (1830 - 1896), the great classical painter and President of the Royal Academy. The Arab Hall is the centre of Leighton's private palace, evoking the world of the Arabian Nights.

Leighton House contains a fine collection of Victorian art with paintings by Leighton, Burne-Jones, Millais and their contemporaries.

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Months Open: All year, daily (exc Tuesdays) including Spring and Summer Bank Holidays
Groups/Parties Welcome: Yes
Wedding Facilities: Yes
Admission Price: Adults: £3
Concessions: £1
RBK&C library card holders: Free

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