A NEW Chitty Chitty Bang Bang exhibition will be launching in Hampshire next month to celebrate Ian Fleming’s tale turning 60-years-old.
The immersive experience will have playful displays where Chitty ‘flies’ across the walls, a selfie station and an outdoor trail inspired by the book’s characters.
A new Chitty Chitty Bang Bang exhibition will be launching in Hampshire next month[/caption]
The immersive experience will have playful displays where Chitty ‘flies’ across the walls, a selfie station and an outdoor trail[/caption]
In addition, the exhibition will include over 80 original illustrations.
This will include – for the first time – a complete set by artist John Burningham, the illustrator of the original 1964 story.
New artwork for teen and young audiences by author Steve Antony and illustrator Thomas Gilbert will also be presented.
For older fans, the story behind the story can be explored including Ian Fleming’s writing process, rare typescripts, newspaper clippings and personal letters including what inspired the flying car.
Located at The National Trust’s Mottisfont House, the exhibition will run from July 19 to November 2, 2025.
The event is free, but normal admission charges apply for the venue, which is £22 per adult and £11 per child.
And for those who want to do the outdoor trail, it will be £3 per person.
Mottisfont House is located in Romsey, Hampshire and is home to picturesque riverside gardens.
The 18th-century house boasts a medieval priory, which was later turned into a Neo-classical home in the 1930s.
The house also has a permanent collection of 20th-century art on display, with changing exhibitions on the second floor.
In the garden, there are riverside walkways and an ancient spring for visitors to explore.
If you want a bite to eat, there are a couple of spots where you can grab a hot drink or light lunch.
And for those who are a sucker for a gift shop, there is a Plant Centre, and Welcome Centre with a selection of local products.
There is a second-hand bookstore too.
And for little ones, the house has an adventure playground and play area called The Wild Play – which boasts three large wooden structures which can be climbed and explored.
Over the summer months the house is also hosting guided riverside walks.
A first-of-its-kind Titanic attraction is also coming to England this summer and will make guests feel like they’re actually on the ship.
Plus, the world’s deepest bar is to open in the UK as part of huge new £120million attraction.
The event is free, but normal admission charges apply for the venue, which is £22 per adult and £11 per child[/caption]
