The Hidden Secrets of Richmond Old Town Hall
Old Town Hall, Whittaker Avenue, Richmond, Greater London, TW9 1TP
Opened in 1893 as a headquarters for the newly formed Richmond Council, this elegant former Town Hall now houses the borough’s archives, Local Studies and Reference libraries, and the Museum of Richmond. Learn more about the history of the building in this free tour.
Tours start at the war memorial on Whittaker Avenue.
Timings & Tours
- Saturday 13 September:
- Tours 1000, 1030, 1100, 1300, 1330, 1400 & 1430
Location & directions
Old Town Hall, Whittaker Avenue, Richmond, Greater London, TW9 1TP
- Directions:
- Tours start at the war memorial on Whittaker Avenue.
- Contact on day:
- Richmond Reference Library
- Telephone number:
- +442087343308
Booking information
- Pre-booking requirement:
- Pre-booking required
- Booking conditions:
- Free event - booking required. For any queries please contact Richmond upon Thames Local Studies Library and Archive at Email: [email protected] Phone: 020 8734 3309
- Booking website:
- https://programme.openhouse.org.uk
- Booking opens:
- 20 Aug 2025 12:00 PM
- Booking closes:
- 13 Sep 2025 12:00 AM
Accessibility details
There is step-free access up to the 2nd floor, but not to the Local Studies Library on the 3rd floor where an archive display will be held. Anyone unable visit the third floor will be welcome to spend more time in the Museum of Richmond on the 2nd floor.
Additional information
- Max no of people per tour:
- 15
- Est. tour duration:
- 1 hour(s)
