Themed Tours at The Burrell Collection

 Join our expert Volunteer Guides as they take you on a journey through the collection with free themed weekly tours. No booking required, join us by the tour meeting point screen near reception.

For a full list of upcoming tours, please see below;

15 May at 12:30 | Wars of the Roses | The Wars of the Roses was a civil war fought from 1455 to 1487, between the houses of Lancaster and York for the English throne, which finally ending with the stable Tudor reign. Find out more about this extra-ordinary time through objects in the Burrell Collection.

22 May at 12:30 | Chinese cultural links in the Burrell | Along with many other products, China exported silk and porcelain, and imported spices, dyes, and ivory from India, cotton and rice from Central Asia, and furs and cattle from Europe. But it wasn't just goods, but ideas, technology and culture that was exchanged - come and find out more.

27 May at 14.00 | LGBT+ History Tour

29 May at 12:30 | Death and Mourning Gallery | A detailed look at the fascinating objects in the Friendship and Adornment galleries.

30 May at 14.00 | Upstairs Gallery | A look at some of the fabulous objects in the upper floor craft galleries at the Burrell.

Please note that these tours are not intended for school groups. If you would like more information on booking an educational visit, please visit this page to view our full available programme.