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Uncover the rich history of Elmbridge with our latest online exhibitions
Historic High Streets
Objects of Empire
A Day At The Races
Look Back In Anger
Elmbridge At War
Want to discover more about your local area?
A Brief History of Elmbridge timeline
Local History Research
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Book a learning session
Submit a local history enquiry
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Got a Question?
Fascinated by your local area? Intrigued by the
rich heritage of the borough? A team of dedicated,
local volunteers can help you get started
on your local history research.
Explore Local History Research
Echoes of War
An exhibition highlighting life
on the Home Front in Elmbridge
during the Second World War.
Visit the display
117 Years of Elmbridge Museum
In this exhibition, we celebrate 117
years of Elmbridge Museum by looking
back at the key personalities, objects
and events which have shaped our
history since our formation in 1909.
Visit the exhibition
Excavating Oatlands
From pipkin pots to clay tobacco pipes, this
exhibition highlights the vital role of amateur
archaeology in preserving local heritage and
offers a rare glimpse into life at Oatlands Palace
during the Tudor era.
Visit the display
Roman Cobham
In 1942, the remains of a Roman bath
house were discovered at Chatley Farm,
on the outskirts of Cobham. In this exhibition
we explore local Roman life, work, culture and practices.
Explore the online exhibition
Welcome to Elmbridge Museum
Watch our introductory video to find out about the history of Elmbridge Museum and the fascinating collection of objects we look after including art, archaeology, costume and social history which tell the story of the borough from the Stone Age to the present day.
Discover the museum’s varied exhibitions and learning programme and how to get in touch with our volunteer team to support with your local history research.
This video also includes a guide to the museum website and how you can create a user account to benefit from our digital resources including uploading community events onto the What’s On page and curating your own list of museum objects.
Latest news
New blog post
We're marking this International Women's Day by unearthing the story behind the forgotten Suffragist Miss Martineau. Learn more in this fascinating blog written by our Local Studies volunteer Anthony.
The Forgotten Suffragist of Esher: Who Was Miss Martineau?
How to visit us
Explore our latest exhibitions on display around the borough.
Discover an exhibition near you
Visit our display at Dittons Library to sign up to Wheels of Time and collect your Roamin' Rex badge
Use our interactive map to find exhibitions and events
Create an account to submit public events and places of interest to our What's On page or create your own personal itinerary
What's On
Roman Cobham
In 1942, the remains of a Roman bath house were discovered at Chatley Farm, on the outskirts of Cobham. In this exhibition we explore local Roman life, work, culture and practices.
go to Roman Cobham
Echoes of War
An exhibition highlighting life on the Home Front in Elmbridge during the Second World War.
go to Echoes of War
Echoes of War: Life on the Home Front
An exploration of what life was like on the Home Front in Elmbridge, imaginatively brought to life by the artwork of students at St Andrew’s C of E Primary School in Cobham.
go to Echoes of War: Life on the Home Front
Surrey Wheels of Time
Elmbridge Museum is proud to be a member of the Surrey Wheels of Time programme which aims to encourage young people to visit museums and heritage venues across the county.
Enjoy finding out more about the history of Elmbridge through our five display cases located across the borough in the Elmbridge Civic Centre and local libraries.
Make sure to visit our Dittons library display and keep a special eye open for signs of our time traveller
Roamin’ Rex.
You can collect your Wheels of Time badge here – remember to bring your purple lanyard to show the staff.
Visit the Surrey Wheels of Time website
Plan your time
See what is happening in and around Elmbridge on our interactive map
See what's on
Objects in Focus
WW2 Memorial Plaque
Remembering the members of Esher Urban District Council who tragically lost their lives during the Second World War.
go to WW2 Memorial Plaque
Model of Newcastle Arms Inn
Learn more about one of the oldest inns in Weybridge
go to Model of Newcastle Arms Inn
Model of Walton Manor House
Discover the story behind Walton Manor House, the oldest surviving building in the Elmbridge area.
go to Model of Walton Manor House
Microwriter
Meet the Microwriter, the tiny typing revolution that (almost) changed everything.
go to Microwriter
Stirrup Pump
Learn how the Fire Guard used stirrup pumps during the Second World War.
go to Stirrup Pump
The Goonies Film Poster
It's been 40 years since the UK release of The Goonies! The iconic film has become a cult classic and stood the test of time. Did you catch a showing of The Goodies at the former Embassy Cinema in Esher back in 1985?
go to The Goonies Film Poster
Picnic Basket
Explore the contents of this charming picnic basket, well-used by Walton resident Gladys Ward throughout the 20th century.
go to Picnic Basket
First World War Silk Postcard
First World War silk postcards conveyed messages between soldiers and families. Handcrafted by women embroiderers near the front lines, they are beautiful examples of sentimentality and wartime industry.
go to First World War Silk Postcard
Elmbridge at the Seaside
Learn about seaside holidays of the past in Elmbridge through this Victorian card with a twist!
go to Elmbridge at the Seaside
Weybridge Heath
September marks the start of change as summer gives way to autumn. How did Weybridge Health look in 1864, before development and ecological change?
go to Weybridge Heath
Ethel Harting's watercolours
Discover the vibrant botanical watercolours created by Ethel Harting, inspired by local flora and fauna.
go to Ethel Harting's watercolours
Tudor Ointment Jar
Discover Ogilvy's Apothecary and find out how this small jar contained an essential to Tudor sickness and health.
go to Tudor Ointment Jar
Oval Gold Locket
What hidden tragedy lies inside this charming gold locket, owned by one of the best-know families in Elmbridge? Click here to discover its story.
go to Oval Gold Locket
Silk Brocade Pompadour Shoes
How might a Georgian lady's uncomfortable footwear have made her 'desirable'?
go to Silk Brocade Pompadour Shoes
Oatlands Grotto
Discover the fascinating story behind Oatlands Grotto
go to Oatlands Grotto
Discover more objects
Explore the collection of over 43,000 objects at your fingertips
Search the collection
The Diggers Project
Discover our ongoing work to investigate the historical story and international significance of the 17th century Surrey Diggers, a radical group during the English Civil War.
Follow our redeveloped
Surrey Diggers Trail
across the local area
Watch our five new
Diggers Trail videos
Discover the suite of
Diggers learning resources
Learn more by reading the
blog series by our Academic in Residence
The Surrey Diggers Trail
Schools membership
Bring history to life in the classroom with our schools membership programme. We offer a wide range of resources designed to inspire your class to explore their local heritage. Discover our immersive outreach sessions, book a discovery box containing real museum objects, and take advantage of our free assembly service to find out what Elmbridge Museum could offer you today.
Find out more about our learning programme
Explore your local history
Go right back to the beginnings of the borough with our Brief History of Elmbridge timeline. Here you can discover about early settlers and the development of the local area to the place we know and love today.
For those who want to delve deeper, check out our Local Studies research service.
Learn more about your history
Skip to content
X
Explore the latest news and find out what's on this month
What’s On
Plan your visit
Blog
Explore our learning offer for schools, families and community groups
School Membership
Discovery Boxes
Outreach Sessions
Online Activities
Community projects
Uncover the rich history of Elmbridge with our latest online exhibitions
Historic High Streets
Objects of Empire
A Day At The Races
Look Back In Anger
Elmbridge At War
Want to discover more about your local area?
A Brief History of Elmbridge timeline
Local History Research
Search the collection
Get in touch
Contact us
Meet the team
Book a learning session
Submit a local history enquiry
MENU
Got a Question?
Fascinated by your local area? Intrigued by the
rich heritage of the borough? A team of dedicated,
local volunteers can help you get started
on your local history research.
Explore Local History Research
Echoes of War
An exhibition highlighting life
on the Home Front in Elmbridge
during the Second World War.
Visit the display
117 Years of Elmbridge Museum
In this exhibition, we celebrate 117
years of Elmbridge Museum by looking
back at the key personalities, objects
and events which have shaped our
history since our formation in 1909.
Visit the exhibition
Excavating Oatlands
From pipkin pots to clay tobacco pipes, this
exhibition highlights the vital role of amateur
archaeology in preserving local heritage and
offers a rare glimpse into life at Oatlands Palace
during the Tudor era.
Visit the display
Roman Cobham
In 1942, the remains of a Roman bath
house were discovered at Chatley Farm,
on the outskirts of Cobham. In this exhibition
we explore local Roman life, work, culture and practices.
Explore the online exhibition
Welcome to Elmbridge Museum
Watch our introductory video to find out about the history of Elmbridge Museum and the fascinating collection of objects we look after including art, archaeology, costume and social history which tell the story of the borough from the Stone Age to the present day.
Discover the museum’s varied exhibitions and learning programme and how to get in touch with our volunteer team to support with your local history research.
This video also includes a guide to the museum website and how you can create a user account to benefit from our digital resources including uploading community events onto the What’s On page and curating your own list of museum objects.
Latest news
New blog post
We're marking this International Women's Day by unearthing the story behind the forgotten Suffragist Miss Martineau. Learn more in this fascinating blog written by our Local Studies volunteer Anthony.
The Forgotten Suffragist of Esher: Who Was Miss Martineau?
How to visit us
Explore our latest exhibitions on display around the borough.
Discover an exhibition near you
Visit our display at Dittons Library to sign up to Wheels of Time and collect your Roamin' Rex badge
Use our interactive map to find exhibitions and events
Create an account to submit public events and places of interest to our What's On page or create your own personal itinerary
What's On
Roman Cobham
In 1942, the remains of a Roman bath house were discovered at Chatley Farm, on the outskirts of Cobham. In this exhibition we explore local Roman life, work, culture and practices.
go to Roman Cobham
Echoes of War
An exhibition highlighting life on the Home Front in Elmbridge during the Second World War.
go to Echoes of War
Echoes of War: Life on the Home Front
An exploration of what life was like on the Home Front in Elmbridge, imaginatively brought to life by the artwork of students at St Andrew’s C of E Primary School in Cobham.
go to Echoes of War: Life on the Home Front
Surrey Wheels of Time
Elmbridge Museum is proud to be a member of the Surrey Wheels of Time programme which aims to encourage young people to visit museums and heritage venues across the county.
Enjoy finding out more about the history of Elmbridge through our five display cases located across the borough in the Elmbridge Civic Centre and local libraries.
Make sure to visit our Dittons library display and keep a special eye open for signs of our time traveller
Roamin’ Rex.
You can collect your Wheels of Time badge here – remember to bring your purple lanyard to show the staff.
Visit the Surrey Wheels of Time website
Plan your time
See what is happening in and around Elmbridge on our interactive map
See what's on
Objects in Focus
WW2 Memorial Plaque
Remembering the members of Esher Urban District Council who tragically lost their lives during the Second World War.
go to WW2 Memorial Plaque
Model of Newcastle Arms Inn
Learn more about one of the oldest inns in Weybridge
go to Model of Newcastle Arms Inn
Model of Walton Manor House
Discover the story behind Walton Manor House, the oldest surviving building in the Elmbridge area.
go to Model of Walton Manor House
Microwriter
Meet the Microwriter, the tiny typing revolution that (almost) changed everything.
go to Microwriter
Stirrup Pump
Learn how the Fire Guard used stirrup pumps during the Second World War.
go to Stirrup Pump
The Goonies Film Poster
It's been 40 years since the UK release of The Goonies! The iconic film has become a cult classic and stood the test of time. Did you catch a showing of The Goodies at the former Embassy Cinema in Esher back in 1985?
go to The Goonies Film Poster
Picnic Basket
Explore the contents of this charming picnic basket, well-used by Walton resident Gladys Ward throughout the 20th century.
go to Picnic Basket
First World War Silk Postcard
First World War silk postcards conveyed messages between soldiers and families. Handcrafted by women embroiderers near the front lines, they are beautiful examples of sentimentality and wartime industry.
go to First World War Silk Postcard
Elmbridge at the Seaside
Learn about seaside holidays of the past in Elmbridge through this Victorian card with a twist!
go to Elmbridge at the Seaside
Weybridge Heath
September marks the start of change as summer gives way to autumn. How did Weybridge Health look in 1864, before development and ecological change?
go to Weybridge Heath
Ethel Harting's watercolours
Discover the vibrant botanical watercolours created by Ethel Harting, inspired by local flora and fauna.
go to Ethel Harting's watercolours
Tudor Ointment Jar
Discover Ogilvy's Apothecary and find out how this small jar contained an essential to Tudor sickness and health.
go to Tudor Ointment Jar
Oval Gold Locket
What hidden tragedy lies inside this charming gold locket, owned by one of the best-know families in Elmbridge? Click here to discover its story.
go to Oval Gold Locket
Silk Brocade Pompadour Shoes
How might a Georgian lady's uncomfortable footwear have made her 'desirable'?
go to Silk Brocade Pompadour Shoes
Oatlands Grotto
Discover the fascinating story behind Oatlands Grotto
go to Oatlands Grotto
Discover more objects
Explore the collection of over 43,000 objects at your fingertips
Search the collection
The Diggers Project
Discover our ongoing work to investigate the historical story and international significance of the 17th century Surrey Diggers, a radical group during the English Civil War.
Follow our redeveloped
Surrey Diggers Trail
across the local area
Watch our five new
Diggers Trail videos
Discover the suite of
Diggers learning resources
Learn more by reading the
blog series by our Academic in Residence
The Surrey Diggers Trail
Schools membership
Bring history to life in the classroom with our schools membership programme. We offer a wide range of resources designed to inspire your class to explore their local heritage. Discover our immersive outreach sessions, book a discovery box containing real museum objects, and take advantage of our free assembly service to find out what Elmbridge Museum could offer you today.
Find out more about our learning programme
Explore your local history
Go right back to the beginnings of the borough with our Brief History of Elmbridge timeline. Here you can discover about early settlers and the development of the local area to the place we know and love today.
For those who want to delve deeper, check out our Local Studies research service.
Learn more about your history