Botanical Sculptures Exhibition by Jenny Pickford
Outdoor Sculpture Exhibition at The Bishop’s Palace, Wells
22 May – 12 September 2026 | 9:30am – 5:30pm
This summer, visitors to The Bishop’s Palace in Wells, Somerset can experience a striking outdoor sculpture exhibition set within the Palace’s beautiful 14 acres of RHS partner gardens.
Artist-blacksmith Jenny Pickford brings an extraordinary collection of large-scale floral sculptures to the historic gardens, creating a unique meeting point between contemporary art and the natural landscape.
Displayed across the gardens, these sculptures invite visitors to slow down, explore, and see the gardens in a new way.
Sculptures Inspired by the Natural World
Jenny Pickford’s work draws inspiration from the forms, movement and resilience of plants and flowers.
Each sculpture combines forged steel and blown glass, bringing together the strength of metal with the delicate luminosity of glass. Solid steel stems rise into flowing botanical forms, crowned with glowing glass elements that catch and reflect the changing light of the gardens.
The result is a powerful contrast between strength and fragility, permanence and bloom, and movement and stillness. Placed throughout the gardens, the sculptures appear both dramatic and harmonious within their surroundings.
About the Artist: Jenny Pickford
Jenny Pickford is an artist-blacksmith known for her distinctive botanical sculptures created from forged steel and glass. Her work explores the relationship between natural forms and traditional metalworking techniques. Through her sculptures, she captures the energy, rhythm and elegance of the natural world while celebrating the craft of blacksmithing.
Admission
Entry to the Finding Home exhibition is included with standard admission, including the Annual Pass, Day Tickets, the Joint Ticket with Wells Cathedral and Friends of the Palace.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Botanical Sculptures exhibition included with admission?
Yes. The exhibition is included with all standard admission tickets.
Where is the exhibition located?
The exhibition is held outdoors within the 14 acres of RHS partner gardens at The Bishop’s Palace in Wells, Somerset.
Is this suitable for families?
Yes. Families can enjoy the exhibition alongside multimedia tours of the Palace and the Dragon’s Lair play area.
Do I need to book separately for the exhibition?
No separate ticket is required.