Kingston-upon-Thames
Properties and events in Kingston-upon-Thames
Before heading out for your Heritage Open Days visit, please check entries for last-minute changes.
Dorich House Museum
Dorich House Museum is the 1930s former studio home of the sculptor Dora Gordine and her husband Richard Hare. Visitors can enjoy the house and its collections, which include many of Gordine's works, our garden and studio café.
Kingston guided tour
Come and join us for a historic walking tour around Kingston. You will hear about Kingston's rich history from Anglo-Saxons to the present day. We will show you the coronation stone, Kingston bridge and much more.
Kingston Guildhall
Take a tour of the Grade II listed Guildhall's main rooms and the former magistrate's court. See archive materials relating to the building of the Guildhall
Kingston Museum, Art Gallery and Library
Kingston Museum, Art Gallery and Library are Grade II listed Carnegie buildings. The Museum tells the story of the Royal Borough of Kingston upon Thames from its ancient origins to the current day, while the Library is a well used community hub.
Pubs of Old Kingston
A fascinating walking tour of the past and present pubs of Kingston. In the 19th century there were 52 pubs within 20 minutes walk of the Market place, now there are 6. We will explore the history of brewing from Roman times to the present day.
Surbiton guided tour
Surbiton is known as the 'Queen of the Suburbs'. Come on our guided tour to find out why. You will learn about prosperity, ruin, railway and cycle racing from our knowledgeable guides.
The Parish Church of St John the Baptist, Old Malden
This ancient Parish church is a hidden gem in London’s suburbia. Mentioned in the Doomsday book of 1086. History boards showing timeline from Early Iron Age. This year celebrating 150th anniversary of Victorian extension.