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  • Writing on the Wall: The Canadian Army at West Horsley Place

    Writing on the Wall: The Canadian Army at West Horsley Place

    Part 4 of the West Horsley Place in the Second World War Series. Read more

  • “Is Blackout Up?”: The wartime Blackout in West Horsley Place

    “Is Blackout Up?”: The wartime Blackout in West Horsley Place

    Part 1 of the West Horsley Place in the Second World War Series. Read more

  • BAMBER GASCOIGNE BURSARY BLOG: Week 3 - Sharing the Stories

    BAMBER GASCOIGNE BURSARY BLOG: Week 3 - Sharing the Stories

    This week Hannah will share her amazing finds with staff and volunteers Read more

  • Introducing a new bursary, in partnership with Royal Holloway

    Introducing a new bursary, in partnership with Royal Holloway

    West Horsley Place introduces the Bamber Bursary, in partnership with Royal Holloway. Read more

  • Writing on the Wall: The Canadian Army at West Horsley Place
  • “Is Blackout Up?”: The wartime Blackout in West Horsley Place
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Writing on the Wall: The Canadian Army at West Horsley Place

Writing on the Wall: The Canadian Army at West Horsley Place

Part 4 of the West Horsley Place in the Second World War Series. Read more

Published: 16th November, 2023

Author: Chrissie Paver

“Lights, bells, sweets”: The West Horsley Place Evacuee Christmas Party

“Lights, bells, sweets”: The West Horsley Place Evacuee Christmas Party

Part 3 of the West Horsley Place in the Second World War Series. Read more

Published: 7th November, 2023

Author: Chrissie Paver

“A perfect example of evacuation”: The West Horsley Place Evacuees

“A perfect example of evacuation”: The West Horsley Place Evacuees

Part 2 of the West Horsley Place in the Second World War Series. Read more

Published: 30th October, 2023

Author: Chrissie Paver

“Is Blackout Up?”: The wartime Blackout in West Horsley Place

“Is Blackout Up?”: The wartime Blackout in West Horsley Place

Part 1 of the West Horsley Place in the Second World War Series. Read more

Published: 25th October, 2023

Author: Chrissie Paver

BAMBER GASCOIGNE BURSARY BLOG: Week 3 - Sharing the Stories

BAMBER GASCOIGNE BURSARY BLOG: Week 3 - Sharing the Stories

This week Hannah will share her amazing finds with staff and volunteers Read more

Published: 6th October, 2023

Updated: 25th October, 2023

Author: Chrissie Paver

Bamber Gascoigne Bursary Blog: Week 2 – Pieces Fall Into Place

Bamber Gascoigne Bursary Blog: Week 2 – Pieces Fall Into Place

The first recipient of the Bamber Gascoigne Bursary, Hannah, finds out more West Horsley Place in WW2. Read more

Published: 29th September, 2023

Author: Chrissie Paver

Introducing a new bursary, in partnership with Royal Holloway

Introducing a new bursary, in partnership with Royal Holloway

West Horsley Place introduces the Bamber Bursary, in partnership with Royal Holloway. Read more

Published: 27th September, 2023

Author: Chrissie Paver

Bamber Gascoigne Bursary Blog: Week 1  - Searching for Stories

Bamber Gascoigne Bursary Blog: Week 1 - Searching for Stories

The first recipient of the Bamber Gascoigne Bursary, Hannah, talks about her first week Read more

Published: 22nd September, 2023

Updated: 25th September, 2023

Comments: 1

Surrey Archaeological Society undertake Electrical Resistance Survey

Surrey Archaeological Society undertake Electrical Resistance Survey

We continue our volunteer-led project to discover more about how the manor house has developed over the centuries. Read more

Published: 30th August, 2023

Author: clare clinton

Learning In the Landscape

Learning In the Landscape

Celebrated artist Martin Brockman to lead an outdoor clay workshop at West Horsley Place Read more

Published: 27th July, 2023

Author: clare clinton

Spirit of Adventure: The Ingram Collection at West Horsley Place

Spirit of Adventure: The Ingram Collection at West Horsley Place

West Horsley Place to Partner with Ingram for Exhibition of Major Modern British & Contemporary Artists. Read more

Published: 28th June, 2023

Author: clare clinton

A New Chapter for Our Books (part 2)

A New Chapter for Our Books (part 2)

Lead volunteer Hilary Ely shares the story of our journey to love, look after and be inspired by the thousands of books at West Horsley Place. Part 2 Read more

Published: 26th June, 2023

West Horsley Place Calls for Local Landscape Partnership to Improve Sustainability

West Horsley Place Calls for Local Landscape Partnership to Improve Sustainability

Our first 21st Century Heritage Conference focussed on environmental land management and working together to improve Surrey's landscapes. Read more

Published: 11th June, 2023

Updated: 30th August, 2023

Author: clare clinton

A New Chapter for Our Books

A New Chapter for Our Books

Lead volunteer Hilary Ely shares the story of our journey to love, look after and be inspired by the thousands of books at West Horsley Place. Part 1 Read more

Published: 11th June, 2023

Trust Carries out Interim Roof Repairs

Trust Carries out Interim Roof Repairs

The manor house roof has been long-neglected and requires major conservation & repair work. We have been able to carry out some interim repairs this winter. Read more

Published: 23rd May, 2023

Updated: 30th August, 2023

Author: clare clinton

Water Management Update

Water Management Update

Working with Surrey Hills National Landscape and Surrey County Council to improve local flood resilience and deliver benefits to wildlife. Read more

Published: 12th April, 2023

Updated: 27th July, 2023

Author: clare clinton

BBC Ghosts to end with Series 5

BBC Ghosts to end with Series 5

The beloved comedy series shot at West Horsley Place will end with the upcoming series. Read more

Published: 4th April, 2023

Updated: 18th June, 2023

Author: clare clinton

What is a Dragon Beam?

What is a Dragon Beam?

Discover more about the construction of the oldest wing of the manor house in 1425. Read more

Published: 4th April, 2023

Author: clare clinton

Crown Posts & Hidden Features in the Attics

Crown Posts & Hidden Features in the Attics

House Officer Robin James takes us on a tour of our beautiful attic spaces, sharing some of the beautiful features of these hidden spaces at West Horsley Place. Read more

Published: 13th March, 2023

Updated: 1st June, 2023

Author: clare clinton

Doing Things Differently

Doing Things Differently

Access Panel member Marcus Woolf tells us why he is excited about the future of West Horsley Place Read more

Published: 13th March, 2023

Author: clare clinton

Water Management on our Estate

Water Management on our Estate

A new project is underway at West Horsley Place, which will change how and where water is held across the 380-acre estate. Read more

Published: 24th February, 2023

Updated: 12th April, 2023

Author: clare clinton

Geraldine Ceiling Funding Update

Geraldine Ceiling Funding Update

Our mission to conserve the oldest decorative plasterwork ceiling in the country continues. Read more

Published: 24th February, 2023

Updated: 16th August, 2023

Author: clare clinton

Making West Horsley Place More Accessible

Making West Horsley Place More Accessible

Community Engagement Coordinator Jo Ellison updates us on the journey to make West Horsley Place more accessible for disabled visitors. Read more

Published: 8th February, 2023

Updated: 30th August, 2023

Author: clare clinton

Conservation Work Reveals Hidden Tudor Window

Conservation Work Reveals Hidden Tudor Window

Watch House Officer Robin James's latest video unveiling a newly-discovered Tudor window. Read more

Published: 8th February, 2023

Updated: 13th March, 2023

Author: clare clinton

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  • A Great Explorer with Scandalous Tastes

    A Great Explorer with Scandalous Tastes

    The latest story to emerge from our Library project is one of a world famous explorer: Richard Francis Burton

  • Writing on the Wall: The Canadian Army at West Horsley Place

    Writing on the Wall: The Canadian Army at West Horsley Place

    Part 4 of the West Horsley Place in the Second World War Series.

  • “Lights, bells, sweets”: The West Horsley Place Evacuee Christmas Party

    “Lights, bells, sweets”: The West Horsley Place Evacuee Christmas Party

    Part 3 of the West Horsley Place in the Second World War Series.

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  • General Information

    General Information

    Everything you need to know about visiting West Horsley Place.

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    Open Days

    Explore the manor house and gardens at your own pace.

  • Ghosts: The Button House Archives

    Ghosts: The Button House Archives

    Buy the official book that accompanies the hit TV series Ghosts AND support the conservation of the real Button House

  • Access

    Access

    Find out about accessibility at West Horsley Place, as we aim to make the manor house, gardens and barn as accessible as possible.

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    Filming Tours

    Discover more about the films and TV series filmed at West Horsley Place. Tours every Friday 10am, 12pm & 2pm.

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    History of the House

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