I recently attended the Tate Britain with a school party of students aged 11-16.
It was obvious from our arrival that the staff were uncomfortable with school parties. The staff were rude, belligerent and patronising.
I am writing to my M.P.to ask the question if the Tate is an art gallery for all not a gallery for private viewings. The only ...

I particularly like the Tate Britain because the art is so cleverly hung. You can stand or sit and gaze at a painting or sculture that has taken your eye and become completely lost in it, without your eyeline being distracted by anything hung too close. I often visit the Tate Britain for exactly this relaxing pasttime, and have been fortunate ...