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The will of Elizabeth, Countess of Lincoln, and the probate inventory of Sir Edward Nicholas

The will of Elizabeth, Countess of Lincoln, and the probate inventory of Sir Edward Nicholas

Local historian Catherine Lorigan explores what the legacies of Elizabeth, Countess of Lincoln, and Sir Edward Nicholas tell us about life at West Horsley Place. Read more

Published: 2nd March, 2022

Updated: 3rd March, 2022

Author: Victoria Speirs

West Horsley Place & the Lost Masterpiece

West Horsley Place & the Lost Masterpiece

The only known heady study for Victorian masterpiece Flaming June had been considered lost, until it was discovered at WHP. Read more

Published: 22nd September, 2021

Updated: 2nd March, 2022

Author: clare clinton

Sir Anthony Browne

Sir Anthony Browne

Send & Ripley History Society's Cameron Brown explores the life of Sir Anthony Browne- confidante of Henry VIII and creator of our beautiful Geraldine Ceiling. Read more

Published: 13th July, 2021

Author: clare clinton

Music, Masques and a Royal Progress

Music, Masques and a Royal Progress

Local historian June Davey explores stories of music and performing arts through the centuries at WHP. Read more

Published: 28th May, 2021

Updated: 29th September, 2021

Author: clare clinton

The Garden when Henry VIII Owned the House

The Garden when Henry VIII Owned the House

Henry VIII owned West Horsley Place twice. He first gifted it to Henry Courtenay in 1536 and then regained ownership when he executed Courtenay in 1538. He then retained ownership until days before his own death in early 1547. We share local historian Pam Bowley's account Read more

Published: 12th March, 2021

Updated: 4th March, 2022

Author: clare clinton

West Horsley Place: Literary Connections Through the Centuries

West Horsley Place: Literary Connections Through the Centuries

West Horsley Place Trust has the arts at its heart. Local historian June Davey explores the fascinating literary associations of the manor house and our vision for the future. Read more

Published: 8th February, 2021

Updated: 31st March, 2021

Author: clare clinton

The Crewe-Milnes Family

The Crewe-Milnes Family

Heir and great-nephew of Mary, Duchess of Roxburghe, Bamber Gascoigne writes about the family that owned West Horsley Place from 1931-2014. Read more

Published: 3rd December, 2020

Updated: 15th March, 2022

Author: clare clinton

West Horsley Place & the Gunpowder Plot

West Horsley Place & the Gunpowder Plot

Did you know that Guy Fawkes was a footman here? Local historian Pam Bowley's account of West Horsley Place's connection to the Gunpowder Plot. Read more

Published: 30th October, 2020

Updated: 2nd March, 2022

Author: clare clinton

The Weston Family

The Weston Family

The Westons owned West Horsley Place for 172 years from 1749 to 1921. June Davey traces this dynasty through the industrial revolution and to the shores of Australia. Read more

Published: 22nd October, 2020

Updated: 23rd October, 2020

Author: clare clinton

Margaret Crewe-Milnes, Marchioness of Crewe

Margaret Crewe-Milnes, Marchioness of Crewe

Our exploration of the women of West Horsley Place continues with the Marchioness of Crewe. Local historian June Davey discovers a pioneering woman ahead of her time. Read more

Published: 16th September, 2020

Updated: 24th March, 2022

Author: clare clinton

Henry Courtenay, First Marquess of Exeter

Henry Courtenay, First Marquess of Exeter

Following on from Gertrude Courtenay, June Davey tells the story of her husband Henry, first Marquess of Exeter and what Horsley House was like while the Courtenays lived here. Read more

Published: 31st July, 2020

Updated: 3rd August, 2020

Author: clare clinton

Sir Edward Nicholas, 'A Gilded Knight'

Sir Edward Nicholas, 'A Gilded Knight'

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

Published: 10th June, 2020

Updated: 11th June, 2020

Author: clare clinton

Henry Currie: Tsar of West Horsley

Henry Currie: Tsar of West Horsley

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

Published: 21st May, 2020

Updated: 28th May, 2020

Author: clare clinton

Gertrude Courtenay, Marchioness of Exeter

Gertrude Courtenay, Marchioness of Exeter

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

Published: 28th April, 2020

Updated: 1st May, 2020

Author: clare clinton

Elizabeth Throckmorton, Lady Raleigh

Elizabeth Throckmorton, Lady Raleigh

June Davey continues her series exploring the wonderful women of West Horsley Place with the brave and indefatigable Bess Throckmorton, Lady Raleigh. Read more

Published: 18th March, 2020

Updated: 14th April, 2020

Author: clare clinton

The Fair Geraldine

The Fair Geraldine

Local historian June Davey investigates the life of one of West Horsley Place's most famous women: Elizabeth FitzGerald, Countess of Lincoln. Read more

Published: 4th March, 2020

Updated: 4th March, 2022

Author: clare clinton

Carew Raleigh

Carew Raleigh

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

Published: 19th February, 2020

Updated: 14th April, 2020

Author: clare clinton

Dame Juliana de Berners: Horsley's Medieval Mystery

Dame Juliana de Berners: Horsley's Medieval Mystery

Local historian June Davey explores the life of Dame Juliana de Berners, the first woman to be published in the English language. Read more

Published: 10th February, 2020

Updated: 1st March, 2022

Author: clare clinton

John Bourchier, 2nd Baron Berners: Courtier, Soldier, Scholar

John Bourchier, 2nd Baron Berners: Courtier, Soldier, Scholar

Local Historian June Davey explores one of West Horsley Place's most interesting literary figures: John Bourchier. Read more

Published: 28th January, 2020

Updated: 14th April, 2020

Author: clare clinton

Festival of Revels 1559

Festival of Revels 1559

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

Published: 23rd January, 2020

Updated: 31st January, 2022

Author: clare clinton

A Fatal Friendship: Richard II and Sir James de Berners, Lord of West Horsley Manor

A Fatal Friendship: Richard II and Sir James de Berners, Lord of West Horsley Manor

Local historian June Davey explores West Horsley Place's medieval past; the fascinating life of James de Berners and his dangerous connections to Richard II. Read more

Published: 27th September, 2019

Updated: 6th November, 2020

Author: clare clinton

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    An evening with historian Daisy Dunn

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    GladRags Banner Exhibition

    This beautiful community-made textile artwork in response to lockdown tells a story of resilience and hope.

  • The Gunpowder Plot

    The Gunpowder Plot

    6pm Saturday 28th May. Did you know that Guy Fawkes was a footman at West Horsley Place?! We are delighted to welcome back the brilliant Three Inch Fools to bring his story to life in an explosive new production.

  • The Secret Garden

    The Secret Garden

    1.30pm performance Saturday 20th August. Back by popular demand!! Following a hugely successful 2021 summer tour, The Secret Garden ballet returns to enchant new and returning audiences.

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