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Rose has been guiding small groups and individuals around Europe’s cultural hotspots for 20 years. Discussing art, architecture and sculpture on-site is a rare privilege and Rose always delights in the opportunity to take curious groups off the beaten track and show off hidden gems.

Rose was lucky enough to starting guiding groups around Europe’s great art treasures shortly after graduating from University in 2006. She spent 4 years in Italy working with the inspirational team at Art History Abroad, before founding her own London-based company – ArtscapesUK – in 2009.

Rose guides across the UK and Italy, in the Netherlands, Belgium, Vienna, Provence and the UAE. For more information on Rose’s private tours please email her here on rose@rosebalston.com.

Secrets of the Royal Palaces (Channel 5)

Guest expert to discuss the history and art of treasures from the Royal Collection Trust

Secrets of the Royal Palaces (Channel 5)

Guest expert to discuss the history and art of treasures from the Royal Collection Trust

Art of the BBC: John Constable (BBC) ​

Guest expert to discuss the history and art of treasures from the Royal Collection Trust

Art of the BBC: John Constable (BBC) ​

Guest expert to discuss the history and art of treasures from the Royal Collection Trust

Art of the BBC: John Constable (BBC) ​

Guest expert to discuss the history and art of treasures from the Royal Collection Trust

Dubai Art Now (BBC World)

Presenter for a documentary highlighting the developing Art scene in Dubai.

Secrets of the Royal Palaces (Channel 5)

A Guest expert to discuss the life of Frida Kahlo

The Great Masterpiece Challenge (Sky Arts) ​

Co-presenter alongside Giles Coren for an 8 part series

The Great Masterpiece Challenge (Sky Arts) ​

Co-presenter alongside Giles Coren for an 8 part series

You seemed to effortlessly combine historical fact, the history of the collection with your detailed art historian’s eye. You spoke with passion and fluidity and your enthusiasm was infectious … I know we were all enthralled!
A.H., King’s School Canterbury Parents Event at the Wallace Collection
I want to thank you for reminding me how art can give us the kind of relief we need….hearing your words and how you described the art and the context the art developed in, deeply touched me….
D.S., C.E.O, Ahead of the Curve
My son Charlie and I were taken round the National Gallery by Rose Balston, and in three brief hours, we were inspired to levels of wonder. Rose has the gift of allowing you to discover things in the paintings that you would never have noticed before.
M.H., Editor Country Life Magazine (A tour of Baroque Art, National Gallery)
We loved, loved, loved our day with Rose.  She has such a light touch - full of facts and intriguing details; she speaks so easily and engagingly ...  How lovely it would be to look at the rest of London with her as our guide!
R.S., Private Client, Georgian London
It was a true pleasure to spend time with you in Florence. Thank you for bringing such meaning and richness to our visit.
C.B., C.E.O, Luminos Fund
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