Edward Nicholas' life touched on some of the most momentous shifts in Britain's history. Civil war, regicide, restoration: local historian June Davey explores another fascinating figure from the history of West Horsley Place. Read more
For most of the 19th century West Horsley Place was leased to the Currie family, who are responsible for our wonderful Grade II listed dog kennels. June Davey delves into the life of the 'Tsar of West Horsley'. Read more
June Davey continues her exploration of the lives of the Women of West Horsley Place with Gertrude Courtenay, Marchioness of Exeter. Henry VIII, Thomas Cromwell, intrigue and danger. . . Read more
June Davey continues her series exploring the wonderful women of West Horsley Place with the brave and indefatigable Bess Throckmorton, Lady Raleigh. Read more
Local historian June Davey investigates the life of one of West Horsley Place'es most famous women: Elizabeth FitzGerald, Countess of Lincoln. Read more
Son of Sir Walter Raleigh, Carew owned West Horsley Place from the 1640s-1660s and is most likely the owner esponsible for creating our beautiful red brick façade. Local Historian June Davey tells his story. Read more
Local historian June Davey explores the life of Dame Juliana de Berners, the first woman to be published in the english language. Read more
Local Historian June Davey explores one of West Horsley Place's most interesting literary figures: John Bourchier. Read more
Bamber Gascoigne delves into a remarkable week at West Horsley Place in August 1559 when Elizabeth I came to stay and built a temporary theatre in the gardens. Read more