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It's impossible to imagine English history without the Tudors...do you want to find out how they got to power?The Battle...
10/10/2026

It's impossible to imagine English history without the Tudors...do you want to find out how they got to power?

The Battle of Bosworth Field in 1485 brought an end to decades of civil war and unrest in England. Amongst the wreckage and destruction stood 28-year-old Henry Tudor, now victorious and ready to take the throne of England. This was a key turning point in English history and marked the beginning of the infamous Tudor dynasty.

Historian Julian Humphrys explores the political tensions leading up to the battle, how the fighting unfolded, and how this dramatic bloody conflict changed England forever.

A gripping exploration of one of England’s most famous historical battles and one not to be missed; get your tickets now!

Tickets cost £10 and can be purchased online via Eventbrite or in person at Godalming Museum. The talk will be held on Friday 30th October, 7:30pm, at the Wilfrid Noyce Centre, Godalming.

09/10/2026

New Exhibition by Milford Artists 🖌

Local group, Milford Artists, have just installed their fabulous Autumn Exhibition here at Godalming Museum. Take less than 1 minute out of your day to enjoy this video tour, or even better, join us in person to best appreciate their skill! 🎨

Like what you see? You can even take away a piece of art with you - they have reasonably priced prints and greetings cards for sale.🖼️

GET YOUR ENTRIES IN!The deadline for our Calendar Competition is fast approaching. Make sure you send in your entry by 4...
07/10/2026

GET YOUR ENTRIES IN!

The deadline for our Calendar Competition is fast approaching. Make sure you send in your entry by 4pm on Tuesday 13th October.🌷

We've had some gorgeous artworks submitted already but you are still in with a chance of winning! 🏆

Entry information on our website here: https://www.godalmingmuseum.co.uk/calendar-art-competition

Upcoming events!There's lots happening at the Museum in the run up to Christmas. Pop along and see what's going on. We'r...
07/10/2026

Upcoming events!

There's lots happening at the Museum in the run up to Christmas. Pop along and see what's going on. We're free entry and offer a friendly welcome to all. What's not to like?

Celebrating local creativity! 🌟Our local history gallery is now shining brighter with 3 incredible pieces of fashion des...
06/10/2026

Celebrating local creativity! 🌟

Our local history gallery is now shining brighter with 3 incredible pieces of fashion design by Prior's Field School students. 🖌

Come and be inspired by the talent of these local young women. You'll be blown away by their skills! 🤩

To mark Remembrance Day, Godalming Museum are inviting local residents to share photographs of relatives who have served...
04/10/2026

To mark Remembrance Day, Godalming Museum are inviting local residents to share photographs of relatives who have served in any conflict or military operation since the First World War for a new window display.

If you would like your family member to be included in our Remembrance Day tribute, please send a photograph together with their name and a few details about their service by October 30th 2026.. Thank you for helping us honour those who served.

IMAGE: Mounted black and white photograph of Godalming Branch of 'The Old Contemptibles Association and Pipe Band, HQ No 1 Canadian C.O.D., 17th June 1945. Mons, Marne, Aisne, Ypres printed on the mount. The Old Contemptibles was the nickname given to soldiers who served with the British Expeditionary Force, the first British soldiers to go into battle in the First World War.

We had a fantastic evening hearing all about the Battle of Hastings from Julian Humphrys last night. His engaging and en...
26/09/2026

We had a fantastic evening hearing all about the Battle of Hastings from Julian Humphrys last night. His engaging and entertaining talk kept us gripped!

Don't miss his next lecture, this time on the Battle of Bosworth. Tickets are available on our website, at the Museum, or on the door.

https://tinyurl.com/w5ur6u2a

Fun and learning in our Gertrude Jekyll inspired garden during our Heritage Open Weekend. 🌼🌺🌳Children practiced their we...
23/09/2026

Fun and learning in our Gertrude Jekyll inspired garden during our Heritage Open Weekend. 🌼🌺🌳

Children practiced their weaving skills and learned how to make paper using pulp - linking with two of Godalming's historical industries which used energy from watermills along the River Wey. They certainly look industrious! 👌🤩

Calling all young artists to help create a colourful calendar for 2027! 🎨Here at Godalming Museum, we’re inspired by the...
22/09/2026

Calling all young artists to help create a colourful calendar for 2027! 🎨

Here at Godalming Museum, we’re inspired by the garden designs of Gertrude Jekyll who called herself an ‘artist gardener’. We are inviting school children to create an original calendar image portraying a “Flower of the Month” on each page. 🪻

Choose a month – perhaps this may be your birthday month - select a flower that suits it, and create artwork that celebrates its colours, shape and seasonal character. Twelve winning artworks—one for each month—will be selected for the 2027 calendar. 🌷

Winners will receive a copy of the finished calendar and a certificate at a celebration reception at Godalming Museum where the original artwork will be put on display. 🏆

Entry forms can be collected from the Museum, or downloaded from our website (https://www.godalmingmuseum.co.uk/calendar-art-competition). 🌈

Come along and find out more at our Battle of Hastings lecture, delivered by local resident and fantastic historian Juli...
18/09/2026

Come along and find out more at our Battle of Hastings lecture, delivered by local resident and fantastic historian Julian Humphrys, timed specially to coincide with the 950th anniversary of the battle. A must-attend event for anyone interested in medieval history and the origins of modern Britain.

The lecture will be held at the Wilfrid Noyce Centre, Godalming, GU7 1DY, at 7:30PM on Friday 25th September. Tickets cost £10 and can be purchased online via Eventbrite or in person at the Godalming Museum Shop. Limited numbers may be available on the door but it is recommended that you book in advance to avoid disappointment.

This event is in association with the Battlefields Trust.

https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/discovering-british-battles-hastings-a-lecture-by-julian-humphrys-tickets-1984907280107?aff=erelpanelorg

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109a High Street
Godalming
GU71AQ

Opening Hours

Tuesday 10am - 4pm
Wednesday 10am - 4pm
Thursday 10am - 4pm
Friday 10am - 4pm
Saturday 10am - 4pm

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01483 426 510

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