South East
Properties and events in South East
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'Out of the Shadows'
The 'Out of the Shadows' project is a collaborative community initiative to explore women's stories from history (within the Arts) who have been historically overlooked.
'The Stencilled House': stencilling workshop at 575 Wandsworth Road
Unleash your creativity at 575 Wandsworth Road and join us for an evening of stencilling!
‘verie unseemlye and unreverent’: Tales of life (and death) at Winchester College before the Civil War.
Discover the hidden side of early modern Winchester College through tales of rivalry, corruption, violence, and scandal before the English Civil War, drawn from extensive archival research and presented by Dr Alex Beeton.
“Death and Mourning in Georgian and Victorian England: Fascinating Rituals and Customs” An Illustrated talk by Sarah Tobias
Explore the fascinating rituals and customs of death and mourning in Georgian and Victorian times with this illustrated talk by Sarah Tobias.
“Henley Masonic Lodge – a rare opportunity to explore this historic building, seldom open to the public.”
RTTV Lodge 9697 welcomes visitors for Heritage Open Days — a rare chance to explore the historic Henley Masonic Lodge, usually closed to the public. Discover its history, traditions, and community role. More info: www.rttv9697.com
“Let’s Just Do It...” A Comedy Performance About the Everyday Life of Volunteers
Enjoy a humorous theatre performance exploring the chaos, creativity and invisible work of volunteers through relatable stories, community humour and everyday moments that keep people and events together.
“Stressed at Work? Blame the Clay!” at KeKo Club
Take a break from the daily grind and try pottery wheel tasters at KeKo Club. Discover the calming, playful side of ceramics through hands-on clay experiences inspired by creativity, wellbeing and traditional craft.
“Superpower Hobby Horse Mini Marathon” Children’s Heritage Fun Run of Courage, Imagination and Hope
Join a joyful Hobby Horse Mini Marathon where children create superhero-inspired hobby horses with special powers symbolising kindness, courage and hope. All children receive a brand-new event T-shirt.
“The First University of Eastern Europe” 450 Years of the Ostroh Academy – Lecture by historian, Nataliia Niekrasa
Discover the story of the Ostroh Academy — the first higher education institution in Ukraine and Eastern Europe. Explore 450 years of education, printing, culture and intellectual heritage through an online talk.
(Sub)Urban - Arts Central Studios art exhibition
An art exhibition from the hidden art scene at the heart of one of the city’s oldest industrial estates. An eclectic mix of genres highlighting the diverse local talents working out of Arts Central Studios.
10 Castle Street
An early 18th century house built on the site of Farnham’s old Corn Exchange.
100 Years of Bookham History 1926 to 2026 at ancient Tithe Barn
Visit this impressive 15th Century Grade II listed Tithe Barn with illustrated displays celebrating 100 years since The Bookhams Residents' Association was established and other displays on the history of Little Bookham and the Tithe Barn.
11 Spencer Square - where Vincent lodged
Visit the bedroom where Vincent Van Gogh once stayed.
13th century Chanter's Chapel ruins, Three Kings Yard
The ruins of a small medieval building situated behind 'Chanters House', probably built as a Merchant's house around 1280, with existing features including doorways, windows, fireplaces and wall niches. Walls include Kent flintwork & Caen limestone.
17 Castle Street Reading
Rooms which are not normally open to clients with interesting beam construction, Diamond chimneys, carriage mounting block and Victorian staircase.
2026 Aylesbury Festival Launch
Find out what's happening as part of Aylesbury's Heritage Open Days programme for 2026 or join one of the tours of the building to see how it has been transformed.
3 Church Street
Tour of 16th Century timber framed building.
50 years of Rushmoor Exhibition
Explore the people, places, and stories that have shaped Aldershot and Farnborough over the past five decades at the Rushmoor 50 Exhibition.
500 Years of the Swan
Hear the tale of a pub which was built with funds earned through treachery and betrayal, and the stories it can tell in its long and varied life.
6 Poor Travellers' House
6 Poor Travellers' House has been closed to the public for a number of years. There are plans in place to re-open it to the public as museum in 2027, but in the mean time, we are open for one day only.