Pippbrook House Tours

Pippbrook House in Dorking is a Grade II* listed Victorian mansion, designed by Sir George Gilbert Scott. Built in 1856 and rich in architectural detail, the house has lived many lives - from private residence and museum to council headquarters and town library. Now, following recent restoration work, visitors have a unique opportunity to step inside and witness its revival.

Guests can explore Pippbrook House’s ground floor interiors, admire intricate wood carvings and decorative plasterwork, and learn about the building’s layered past.

Using newly researched material, a brand-new exhibition will reveal the colourful everyday histories of the inhabitants, both upstairs and downstairs. It will shed light on the industries and stories of the surrounding streets, which grew up to serve the local estates and their wealthy owners.

Pre-bookable tours of the house will also take visitors to the usually inaccessible upstairs bedrooms.

This event has been created in collaboration with leading family history website Findmypast, sponsors of ‘Everyday Histories’, the festival theme. Discover your ancestors' stories at findmypast.co.uk 

Timings

Friday 11 September:

13.00

Saturday 12 September:

13.00

Monday 14 September:

13.00

Tuesday 15 September:

11.00

Wednesday 16 September:

11.00

Thursday 17 September:

11.00

Friday 18 September:

13.00

Saturday 19 September:

11.00

Location & directions

Pippbrook House, Reigate Road, Dorking, Surrey, RH4 1SH

Directions:

Parking is available in the Reigate Road car park behind Dorking Halls / Dorking Sports Centre. There is no parking immediately surrounding Pippbrook House.

Booking information

Pre-booking requirement:

Pre-booking required

Booking conditions:

Book via the Dorking Halls Box Office

Booking contact name:

Dorking Halls Box Office

Booking telephone number:

+441306881717

Booking email:

[email protected]

Booking website:

https://www.dorkinghalls.co.uk

Booking opens:

03 Jul 2026 10:00 AM

Accessibility details

Access to the first floor is via a double flight of steps, there is no lift. Access to the ground floor is all level.

Additional information

Max number of people:

20

Estimated duration:

1 hour(s) 30 minute(s)

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