Seasoned and first-time visitors alike now have the chance to delve deeper and discover more about the treasured art and porcelain collection at Upton. Using the Smartify app, at the tap of a screen you can unlock the stories of Upton, the Bearsteds, and one of the most significant collections of European art assembled in the 20th century.
Smartify is an app that provides audio tours and collection information for many of the world’s most popular museums. During your visit, you can use the app on your phone to scan and identify artworks to access additional information about the paintings, porcelain and tapestries in the Bearsted Collection.
During the audio tour, you will hear a mixture of viewpoints, including an introduction from our Property Curator, stories from our oral history project and insights into the collection from our passionate and knowledgeable volunteers.
You can continue the experience back at home by saving your favourite objects to your own digital gallery.
Smartify is available at Upton and can be downloaded for free on Wi-Fi at the property.
This is the very first time that a National Trust managed property is using Smartify, so we are keen to get your feedback. Let us know how you enjoy using the app by filling out a short survey here. Alternatively, you can drop us a line at uptonhouse@nationaltrsut.org.uk as well as sharing with us on social media, (Facebook and Instagram) @UptonhouseNT.
To find out more about Smartify please visit their website here.
Find out more about Lord Bearted and his passion for collecting art and porcelain. Upton is an art gallery in a country house and houses some of the finest pieces including works by Bosch, El Greco and Canaletto.
Take a look at some of the conservation work that takes place at Upton to look after this place for everyone, for ever.
Stop by the Pavilion Café on your visit to Upton House and grab a bite to eat, a hot or cold drink and a slice of cake. Buy a souvenir of your visit in the shop, or pop into the second-hand bookshop for a new read.
Visit Upton's historic garden and marvel at the view that unfolds in front of you. Discover the Mirror Pool and enjoy the winter walk.