Visiting COLLECT
Book your tickets now for COLLECT, the leading international art fair for contemporary objects. This annual fair provides a unique opportunity to view and buy the best in contemporary craft from the most prestigious international galleries, all within the stunning setting of the Saatchi Gallery on London’s King’s Road.
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Dates and Opening Times
• Friday 14 May: 11am – 8pm
• Saturday 15 May: 11am – 8pm
• Sunday 16 May: 11am – 6pm
• Monday 17 May: 11am – 6pm
Location
Saatchi Gallery
Duke of York’s HQ
King’s Road
London
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Tickets
Call +44 (0) 844 209 0338 or buy tickets online
Advance Ticket Prices
Book tickets before 13 May for just £10 (+ £1.50 transaction fee)
On the door ticket prices
• £15 (Standard ticket)
• £10 (Concession)
There is no transaction fee when you buy tickets in person at the Saatchi Gallery
however to avoid the queues at COLLECT we encourage you to purchase tickets in advance at the reduced advanced ticket rate.
Concession details
£10 concession tickets are available for the following, proof of status must be shown:
• 12 – 17 year olds
• Full time students
• Senior citizens
• ES40 holders
• Registered disabled
Free entry is available for the following:
• Up to two carers for disabled people
• Under 12s
Group Bookings
Groups of 10 or more can book tickets at the concession rate of £10 per person. Group bookings can only be made for admission to COLLECT on Monday 17 May. Please note we cannot guarantee entry for groups of over 10 visitors unless
organised by the Crafts Council in advance.
For groups of 20 or more the group leader will receive free entry and a free catalogue.
Group bookings should be made through the Crafts Council by contacting:
Matthew Turtle
Phone: +44 (0)20 7806 2510
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Catalogue
This year’s event will be accompanied by an illustrated catalogue that will carry
comprehensive details of all participating galleries and will also include introductory essays by contemporary craft experts and practitioners. -
Travel Information
Getting to Saatchi Gallery
Google Maps
Underground
The nearest tube station is Sloane Square, just a few minutes walk away, and served by the District and Circle lines.
Bus routes
11 – 19 – 22 – 49 – 211 – 319 – 328 – 345
For the latest London travel information please visit Transport for London website. Alternatively you can text TFL to 60835.
Taxis
There is a black cab rank in the central island of Sloane Square.
Nearest National Rail/Coach:
Victoria National Rail Station is very near to the venue (shown on the map) and serves the South of England. Gatwick Airport Express runs direct to Victoria National Rail Station. The Victoria London Underground line connects King’s Cross and Euston National Rail with Victoria. Victoria also has a National coach station on Buckingham Palace road.
The preferred hotels of COLLECT 2010
• THE SLOANE SQUARE HOTEL
As a preferred hotel of COLLECT 2010 the Sloane Square hotel would like to offer visitors the following special rates:
Single: £115
Double: £143
Superior: £172
Club: £198
Rates exclude VAT. Valid from 10th to the 18th of May 2010 subject to availability
Please quote ‘COLLECT 2010’ when booking.
+44 (0)20 7896 9988
reservations@sloanesquarehotel.co.uk
Sloane Square Hotel has 102 stylishly designed en suite bedrooms, all fully air-conditioned. Laptops are provided in every bedroom with high speed broad band and Wi-Fi.
The Sloane Square looks forward to welcoming you to hotel with complimentary glass champagne during your stay.
www.sloanesquarehotel.co.uk
• DRAYCOTT HOTEL
As a preferred hotel of COLLECT 2010 the Draycott Hotel would like to offer visitors the following special rates:
Double: £238 (normally £260+VAT)
Deluxe Double: £285 (normally £320+VAT,)
Suite: £352 (normally £385+VAT)
Rates exclude VAT. Validity from 10-18 May 2010, subject to availability.
Please call the Draycott direct on 0207 730 6466 or email reservations@draycotthotel.com and quote COLLECT.
If you’re in search of a small elegant five star hotel in London that’s replete with luxurious finishes, grand interiors and staff on hand to satisfy your every whim, look no further than the Draycott, a luxury London Hotel situated between Chelsea and Knightsbridge.
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Event Organisers
COLLECT is presented by the Crafts Council at the Saatchi Gallery. The Crafts Council aims to make the UK the best place to make, see, collect and learn about contemporary craft.
www.craftscouncil.org.uk
COLLECT Facilities
There is full access at the Saatchi Gallery via ramps to the main entrance and lifts provide access to all floors and galleries. Please phone +44 (0)20 7806 2510 if you have specific access requirements to discuss.