FAQs

The IWM 2026 Contest  OPENS ON AUGUST 1st and close on AUGUST 28. Enter on line on the Contest page on this web.This is an OPEN CALL CONTEST -there will be 200 places in the exhibition at Lilleshall Hall England  to be won plus other major prizes. Sign up to our mailing list for all IWM news.

IWM stands for International Watercolour Masters. The IWM exhibition  features paintings by the world’s elite watercolour stars. IWM Masters are officially recognised as being at the pinnacle of their art. IWM is staged every 2 years.

The IWM Masters of watercolor exhibition is staged at Lilleshall Hall, Shropshire, England, TF10 9LQ.

Yes. Full disabled access and disabled parking. Disabled toilets and all facilities. Entrance to the Exhibition hall is on level ground, no stairs.

Restrooms, Toilets, Free parking, Disabled access, Restaurant, Café, IWM Exhibition, Live watercolour demonstrations, Watercolour classes, and workshops, Nature walks, Italian Gardens. Watercolour workshops during IWM must be booked separately here >>

NEW FOR IWM2026 -The IWM ARTISTS VILLAGE at Lilleshall BOOKING OPENS ON 10th October. Within the grounds of Lilleshall Hall. Quote CODE IWM2026 for discounted rate click  RESERVATIONS

In addition  Lilleshall Hall has recently converted to a 4-star hotel. Book direct HERE with Lilleshall Hall Hotel.

Also find on Booking.com ( note discount code is not applicable on booking.com) or call Lilleshall on +44(0)1952 603003.

The Nearby town of Telford has many hotels and B&B. IWM has special rates at the Ramada Hotel Telford to book send email to; Ho****************@******************up.com Phone 44 01952 527000 option1  Quote code IWM2026 for discounted rates. You can also book using Booking.com but discount not available.

Watercolour demonstrations are included in the price of your ticket. They take place in the main exhibition hall. There will be at least 2 watercolour demonstrations each day during the IWM Exhibition.

Yes. You can contact IWM by Email at wo*******@*****************************rs.com.

For general Lilleshall Hall enquiries phone  +44 (0)1952 603003

Yes they are suitable for all abilities. See our workshop page for more info and reservations. For any workshop questions or queries you can contact IWM  – by email at wo*******@*****************************rs.com

Yes, bring your own equipment and materials. After booking and shortly before your scheduled workshop you will be sent an email with a specific materials list. Basic Watercolour paints, a few brushes, and paper are all that is normally required. If you have any questions or queries regarding  workshops contact IWM by email at wo*******@*****************************rs.com

Admission to the IWM Exhibition including the Live demonstrations is by advanced ticket. Tickets are available on this web site. You may also buy tickets on Eventbrite. Group discounts are active now, and there is an early bird season ticket available on this web for a limited period.

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Yes. All paintings in the exhibition are for sale. Paintings purchased may be collected from the Exhibition on the last day of the exhibition.

Paintings may also be delivered by separate arrangement.

Please discuss these arrangements with Exhibition staff.

IWM is at Lilleshall Hall Near Newport Shropshire TF10 9AT UK. The nearest large town with a railway station is Telford. Travel to Lilleshall by car or taxi from the nearest Train station (Telford) or Wolverhampton. Good road and rail links. Nearest airport is Birmingham (BHX).

Yes, someone else can use your ticket on the day with your permission.

You can book a Watercolour Workshop at IWM online here >>

You can contact Lilleshall Hall Enquiries here:

Tel: +441952 603003