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The Forgotten Suffragist of Esher: Who Was Miss Martineau? 4 March 2026
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.
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Walton’s ‘Weekend Warriors’ 19 February 2026
Discover how Walton's local men protected Surrey's water supplies during World War Two.
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Cobham’s Cherry Tree Avenue of Remembrance 12 February 2026
Newcomers to the Cobham area often comment on the attractive avenue of cherry trees that line either side of the Stoke Road and the entrance to Mizen Way on the Tilt Green. But do you know what they represent? Read this post to find out more.
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Small Hands, Big History: Exploring the Effects of WW2 Together 5 February 2026
This exciting project brings together the collaborative efforts of Year 6 students at St. Andrew’s C of E Primary School, Cobham and staff at Elmbridge Museum to highlight life on the Home Front in Elmbridge during WWII through the experiences of local people and memories handed down the generations.
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Weybridge's Auxiliary Military War Hospitals 6 November 2025
Elmbridge Museum is marking this Remembrance Day by shining a light on two Weybridge’s war hospitals: Caen Hill and Brooklands. View candid photographs from the hospitals, capturing moments of comradery and recovery amongst servicemen and volunteer nurses.
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My week at Elmbridge Museum 4 August 2025
Work experience student Isobel recounts her week with Elmbridge Museum learning about many aspects of museum work including exhibitions planning, and how to care for historic collections
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Revealing Royalty: Surrey County Archaeological Unit’s Journey into the Oatlands Palace Archive 17 July 2025
Over recent years, Surrey County Archaeological Unit (SCAU) worked in partnership with Elmbridge Museum to breathe new life into the fascinating Oatlands Palace Archive. In this blog post, SCAU archaeologists and volunteers describe the work involved in preserving and rediscovering this vast archive.



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Celebrating a Century 2 July 2025
In 2025, Elmbridge Museum showcased a selection of objects that turned 100 years old. In this blog, we explore the fascinating history attached to some of these 100 year old artefacts.
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Finding My Style - Fashion To Figurative 15 March 2025
Rebecca Hillery-Tong is a figurative and portrait artist who took part in the Moving Art exhibition. Here, she tells the story behind her work, from scribbling on the walls at her childhood home to pursuing a 30 year career as a professional fashion designer.
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Art: Expressing Feelings Without Words 15 February 2025
Ava Robson is a creative local artist who took part in the Moving Art exhibition. Here, she reveals her wider work and tells her creative story, from an early love of animals and Beatrix Potter to becoming a watercolour artist.
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