The Lightbox

The Lightbox Courtyard

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Type: Gallery

Visit the most exciting gallery and museum in the South East.

If you’re passionate about the arts and history, want activities and fun, or would just like somewhere quiet to relax and think, you'll find it all at The Lightbox.  Designed by the architects of the London Eye, Marks Barfield, the building hosts a wide range of exhibitions, changing regularly.  The building is also home to Woking's Story, an interactive museum of the town's history.

If you’re visiting with children you'll find plenty to keep them occupied and entertained.  Complete your visit with a delicious meal or coffee at our canal side cafe, or browse for a special gift at our gift shop.

The Lightbox has something for everyone.
 

Ticket Information

Ticket TypeTicket Tariff
Free Entry (Donations Welcome)Free

Note: Prices are a guide only and may change on a daily basis.

Opening Times

Open (01/01/2012 - 31/12/2012)
DayTimes
MondayClosed
Tuesday10:3017:00
Wednesday10:3017:00
Thursday10:3017:00
Friday10:3017:00
Saturday10:3017:00
Sunday11:0017:00

Contact Details

Chobham Road
Woking
Surrey
GU21 4AA

Tel: +44 (0)1483 737800

Fax: +44 (0)1483 764369

Awards

  • Tourism South East Award -Tourism South East Member Tourism South East Member 2011
  • Tourism South East Award -Small Visitor Attraction of the Year Gold Award Small Visitor Attraction of the Year Gold Award 2009

Facilities

Provider Preferences

  • In town/city centre
  • Indoor Attraction
  • No Smoking Attraction

Accessibility

  • Accessible Lift
  • All Areas Accessible to Disabled Visitors
  • Disabled Parking
  • Disabled persons toilet
  • Facilities for Hearing Impaired Visitors
  • Facilities for Visually Impaired Visitors
  • Facility for service dogs
  • Guide Dogs Permitted
  • Induction Loop System
  • No dogs (Guide dogs accepted)
  • Parking Areas for Disabled Visitors
  • Ramp/Level Access
  • Toilets for Disabled Visitors
  • Wheelchair user accessible

Children & Infants

  • Babes in Arms
  • Baby changing
  • Children’s packs
  • Children's Meals
  • Family Friendly, Children Welcome
  • Highchair(s) available

Parking & Transport

  • Parking (charge)
  • Railway station within 5 miles
  • Railway station within walking distance
  • Secure cycle parking

Catering

  • Cafe
  • Catering for groups
  • Full liquor licence
  • On-Site cafe/restaurant
  • Outdoor eating area
  • Refreshments Available
  • Restaurant
  • Vegetarians catered for

Payment Methods

  • Approx length of visit - 1-2 hours
  • Blue Badge Guides admitted free
  • Delta
  • Groups Accepted
  • Maestro
  • Maestro Accepted
  • MasterCard
  • MasterCard accepted
  • Solo accepted
  • Special group rates
  • Visa
  • Visa accepted

Establishment Features

  • All weather attraction
  • Conference facilities
  • Event Venue
  • Gift shop
  • Groups welcome
  • Guided tours
  • Guided tours by arrangement
  • Licensed for alcohol
  • Meeting rooms
  • Open on bank holidays
  • Team / Corporate Activities
  • Toilets

Specialist Features

  • Cyclists welcome
  • Educational Groups
  • Family Fun
  • Marketed Towards Families
  • Marketed Towards Senior Citizens
  • Marketed towards student/youth

Tours and Demonstrations

  • Demonstrations Given
  • Educational Visits Accepted
  • Guided Tours Available for Groups
  • Guided Tours Available for Individuals

Related Events

Saturday, 17th December 2011 - Sunday, 19th February 2012

Images of Surrey: Watercolours by John and Edward Hassell at the Lightbox
more info

Wednesday, 18th January 2012 - Sunday, 25th March 2012

Transmitter/Receiver: The Persistence of Collage at the Lightbox
more info

Wednesday, 15th February 2012 - Wednesday, 15th February 2012

Art Journal – Workshops for Children and Young People at the Lightbox
more info

Tuesday, 6th March 2012 - Tuesday, 6th March 2012

The Victorian Scrapbook at the Lightbox
more info

Tuesday, 6th March 2012 - Sunday, 15th April 2012

The Ingram Collection: A Diamond Jubilee Exhibition at the Lightbox
more info

Tuesday, 13th March 2012 - Tuesday, 13th March 2012

Tuesday, 27th March 2012 - Tuesday, 27th March 2012

Storytelling for Under 5's at the Lightbox
more info

Friday, 16th March 2012 - Friday, 16th March 2012

Painting for Under 5's at the Lightbox
more info

Saturday, 17th March 2012 - Saturday, 17th March 2012

Collage at the Lightbox
more info

Tuesday, 3rd April 2012 - Sunday, 13th May 2012

Surrey Open Art Exhibition at the Lightbox
more info

Saturday, 28th April 2012 - Sunday, 24th June 2012

The Art of Design: Kenwood at the Lightbox
more info