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In support of Drug Science, Elmore Court (Sir Anselm Guise and his fantastic team) and art curation duo Wolfe Walker (Penny Walker and Mandy d’Abo) are hosting The Elmore Court Art Party, a fundraising event on the grounds of Elmore Court, Gloucestershire, on Friday 30th January 2026, 7pm – late.
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This event is ticketed, with ticket prices to cover a welcome drink, open Sentia Spirits bar (the future of functional AF drinking) as well as a book signing with Professor David Nutt, canapes and guest DJs. Donations to Drug Science can be made by clicking the Donate button on our ticketing page.
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Guests will be welcomed into the main house at Elmore Court where a curated selection of art from artists ‘known and new’ will be on display with works to be ‘live auctioned’ later in the evening. Artworks are now also available to purchase via the Online Auction tab above - we would love your support.
Profits from the event will go to Drug Science. Drug Science was founded in 2010 by Professor David Nutt as an independent, science-led drugs charity, bringing together leading drugs experts from a wide range of specialisms to carry out ground-breaking research into drug harms and effects as well as potential uses of psilocybin and psychedelics for treatment for mental illnesses and other illnesses.
The running order of the evening will be:
From 7pm: arrival and drinks reception in the main house. Canapes served. Guests can browse the art and buy pieces they like.
8.30pm guests move to the Gillyflower where guest speakers Professor David Nutt and Bruce Parry will speak on the latest developments with Drug Science.
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Immediately following the speakers, a live auction of artworks and other notable items will take place with live auctioneer Alex Hallett from Sworders Fine Art Auctioneers as ring master and auctioneer extraordinaire.
10.30pm the party will commence with guest DJ’s playing until late…
Over 30 artists and 60 works from our amazing line up of artists:
Jil Mandeng | Arlette Ess | Gerald Jenkins | Cordelia Plunket | Rob & Nicky Carter | Tom Hammick | Constance Read | Kate MccQwire | Steen Ipsen | Mark Whalen | Sato Sugamoto | Liza Campbell | Tamara von Schenk | Adrian Houston | Lucie Bennett | Peeter Laurtis | Carl Hopgood | Victor Hugo 'Grillo' Demo | Derrick Santini | Oliver Barnett | Hannah Scott | Linda Jamieson | Kate Goodrich | Stuart Semple | Polly Morgan | David Mach RA | Gilbert & George | Chris Levine | Chris Floyd | Joanna Sellick | Joe Morrow | James Perkins | Jess Carter | Miranda Donovan | Jemma Powell | Dan Baldwin and more … including a truly incredible collection of jewellery and other woven pieces from the Huni Kuin in the Brazilian Amazon …
Works are now viewable and purchasable in advance of the Art Party via the Online Auction.
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Guests from out of town can book accommodation either on site at Elmore Court in the stunning main house, coach house or ‘tree houses’ on the grounds. Alternatively, accommodation can also be booked in the local surrounds, so guests can make a night and / or weekend of it.
Our Vision: To see a world where drug control is rational and evidence-based; where drug use is better informed and people who use drugs are understood; where drugs are used to heal not harm.
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Our Purpose: To provide an evidence base free from political or commercial influence, creating the foundation for sensible and effective drug laws. Equipping the public, media and policy makers with the knowledge and resources to enact positive change.
