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British Art 1930–now

27 July 2020 – 13 September 2021
Woman looking through a gap in a large abstract sculpture

Discover movements that have defined a century of British art

You can visit all or some of the galleries on this route. There will also be access to toilets, a shop and an opportunity to buy food and drink.

Please read our visiting guidelines below before you visit.

This route starts with surrealist works and the responses to the Second World War, including Francis Bacon’s Three Studies for Figures at the Base of a Crucifixion.

The centre rooms focus on abstract art, including sculptures by Henry Moore and finishes with a large display of contemporary art by women artists, including Bridget Riley and Mona Hatoum.

All visitor routes include a chance to see the Duveens Commission – RUPTURE NO.1: blowtorching the bitten peach.

Tate Britain's Manton Entrance is on Atterbury Street. It has automatic sliding doors and there is a ramp down to the entrance with central handrails.

Accessible and standard toilets are located on the lower floor. Changing Places toilets are currently not available at Tate Britain.

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The Duveens Commission – RUPTURE NO.1: blowtorching the bitten peach is an immersive installation which includes sudden loud noises. Quiet hours will be available on select dates for those who require a quieter visit. During this time the sounds for the Duveens commission will be turned off.

For more information before your visit:

Email hello@tate.org.uk

Call +44 (0)20 7887 8888 – option 1 (daily 09.45–18.00)

Check all Tate Britain accessibility information

Visitor numbers are being carefully managed. There are increased cleaning regimes in high use areas, protective screens on desks and counters and hand sanitiser dispensers throughout the gallery. ​

​When you visit:​

  • Keep your distance from others​
  • Follow the one-way route​
  • Please wear a face covering unless you are exempt

​Most importantly, if you or anyone you live with has COVID-19 symptoms please stay at home. ​

For more information take a look through our frequently asked questions.

Tate Britain

Enter via the Manton Entrance on Atterbury Street

Millbank
London SW1P 4RG
Plan your visit

Dates

27 July 2020 – 13 September 2021

Displays in this route

Left Right
  • 1930

    Reflect on the range of art produced in Britain from 1930–1940

    Free
  • 1940

    See artworks from 1940–1950, which mainly respond to the Second World War

    Free
  • St Ives Circa 1959

    Discover the impact of the Cornish landscape on a generation of artists

    Free
  • 1960

    Explore 1960–1970, a decade of radical change in society and art

    Free
  • A visitor in the Henry Moore gallery at Tate Britain

    Henry Moore

    Visit two rooms dedicated to the work of sculptor Henry Moore

    Free
  • black and white photograph of an abstract wooden sculpture

    Kim Lim: Carving and Printing

    'Printmaking has always been as important an activity for me as making sculpture'
    – Kim Lim, 1995

    Free

Artwork highlights

  • The Generosity

    Lynette Yiadom-Boakye
    2010
  • Three Studies for Figures at the Base of a Crucifixion

    Francis Bacon
    1944
    On display at Tate Britain Part of Modern and Contemporary British Art
  • Reclining Figure

    Henry Moore OM, CH
    1951
    On display at Tate Britain Part of Modern and Contemporary British Art
  • Achæan

    Bridget Riley
    1981
  • Jesus and Barabbas (Odd Man Out 2011)

    Monster Chetwynd
    2018
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