# Event Details - **Event Name**: An Evening with Bendor Grosvenor: The Invention of British Art - **Event Start and End Date**: Thu, 19 Feb, 2026 at 07:00 pm – Thu, 19 Feb, 2026 at 08:30 pm - **Event Description**: Leading art historian Bendor Grosvenor reveals the pivotal role that Westminster Abbey has played in the evolution of British artAbout this EventAmidst the beautiful surroundings of St Margaret’s Church, Bendor Grosvenor will illustrate how the iconic fabric of Westminster Abbey has been shaped by artists and artistic styles from across the world. From the French inspired ‘Gothic’ architecture to the Italian inspired Cosmati pavement, hear how the international influences present in Westminster Abbey mirror what happened within the history of British art.Discover how the Abbey has inspired artists since the Middle Ages through exploring iconic pieces of British art like the Wilton Diptych and Holbein's Ambassadors.Copies of The Invention of British Art will be available for purchase at the end of the talk.About Bender GrosvenorDr Bendor Grosvenor is an art historian specialising in Old Masters and British art. Best known from the BBC series Britain’s Lost Masterpieces and Fake or Fortune?, he has discovered a number of important paintings by prominent artists including Van Dyck, Rubens, Titian, Gainsborough, Beale and Lawrence. He previously worked in the London art trade, and is now based in Scotland.Agenda?: 06:30 PM Doors to St Magaret's will open at 6:30pm ?: 07:00 PMTalk begins ?: 08:00 PMBook Signing - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/london/an-evening-with-bendor-grosvenor-the-invention-of-british-art/100001975809349953 - **Event Categories**: art, fine-arts - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 0 ## Ticket Details - **Ticket Price Range**: min: 16.96, max: 16.96, currency: GBP ## Event venue details - **city**: London - **state**: EN - **country**: United Kingdom - **location**: St Margaret's Church, Parliament Square, Westminster Abbey - **lat**: 51.499292 - **long**: -0.12730999999996584 - **full address**: St Margaret's Church, Parliament Square, Westminster Abbey, 20 Deans Yd, London, United Kingdom ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: An Evening with Bendor Grosvenor: The Invention of British Art - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events1/banners/b1134cfb3754ecf86f65f9c976476ace83c0ced1b7ffe729d0764e291460122c-rimg-w1200-h525-dc604834-gmir.jpg?v=1766223433 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is An Evening with Bendor Grosvenor: The Invention of British Art being held? - **A:** An Evening with Bendor Grosvenor: The Invention of British Art takes place on Thu, 19 Feb, 2026 at 07:00 pm to Thu, 19 Feb, 2026 at 08:30 pm at St Margaret's Church, Parliament Square, Westminster Abbey, 20 Deans Yd, London, United Kingdom. - **Q**: How much do tickets cost for An Evening with Bendor Grosvenor: The Invention of British Art? - **A:** Tickets for An Evening with Bendor Grosvenor: The Invention of British Art are priced at GBP 17 per person. Here's a full breakdown of available ticket types:Ticket TypePriceAvailabilityGeneral AdmissionGBP 17 + GBP 2 feeAvailable - **Q**: Who is organizing An Evening with Bendor Grosvenor: The Invention of British Art? - **A:** An Evening with Bendor Grosvenor: The Invention of British Art is organized by Westminster Abbey. - **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me? - **A:** An Evening with Bendor Grosvenor: The Invention of British Art is ideal for art lovers, collectors, creatives, and anyone inspired by visual arts, installations, and exhibitions. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in London, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. 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