Marlow Museum

01/11/2024

Congratulations to Sue Berry who won afternoon tea for two at Hurley House Hotel in our prize draw, after completing our Community Survey 2024, which is now closed. Many thanks to Hurley House Hotel for donating this prize.

31/10/2024

With MyMarlow – we just got recognised as one of their top fans! 🎉

14/10/2024

A fascinating old article showing Marlow was once regarded as ‘industrial’.

Here is a scan from a "magazine" in the MyMarlow archives, dating from over 180 years ago! The image includes the old church, and indeed the old wooden bridge which used to run from the end of St Peter Street. This bridge collapsed in 1828, the current one was completed in 1832, and the current church was completed in 1835, so this image was somewhat out of date when this article was published in 1841! The accompanying article about the River Thames doesn't mention Marlow much - but it does refer to it as a commercial and industrial site:

“The appearance which the river presents depends a good deal on the proximity of considerable towns. In the open country, where green fields descend nearly to the water's edge, and country residences are seen at a distance, many picturesque and beautiful scenes present themselves, which have often formed studies for the landscape painter. In those parts, on the contrary, where a market town stands on the banks of the river, the Thames voyager sees wharfs and other commercial indications, whereby the thoughts of a miniature London are present to his mind. Abingdon, Reading, Henley and Great Marlow, and other towns, occur in this way, at intervals along the route; but it cannot be doubted that the occasional view of commercial industry, alternating with more serene natural objects, gives a variety to the scene which greatly enhances its interest. We cannot appreciate the beauty of nature’s productions unless we occasionally compare them with the ruder works of man.”

08/10/2024

One of our trustees has been involved in this new digital trail in St Paul’s Cathedral.

06/10/2024

Last chance to enter our prize draw for afternoon tea for two at Hurley House Hotel. Deadline Oct 18th. Just complete our community survey to enter:
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06/10/2024

Thursday October 10th at 2pm. Book through Chiltern Society. See you there!

Join us as we step into Marlow's history with an exclusive private visit to Marlow Museum followed by a guided walk around the towns pretty streets. Discover the fascinating stories of local artifacts including the Higginson Drum and the Trinity Church Bell and browse the exhibitions in this charming museum.

Book tickets here 👉https://bit.ly/3zSXHtu

25/09/2024

Nice to see a certain new pub advertising our Writers in Marlow exhibition 😄

11/09/2024

We are so very sad to hear of the death of Michael Eagleton, a great friend of the museum. In May we were delighted that he was able to officially open the museum after its makeover. We will sorely miss him for his great knowledge of Marlow history, his willingness to share it, and his engaging personality which has long made him a Marlow legend. RIP Michael.

05/09/2024

Last chance to enter! Prize draw on October 19th 2024
Complete our community survey and you could win Afternoon Tea for Two at the Hurley House Hotel! 😀
Please click on the link below:
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03/09/2024

Special Visit on October 10th at 2pm

Our Autumn events are here! Explore an exciting line up of walks and tours, including a visit to St Paul's Walden, childhood home of Queen Elizabeth the Queen Mother, a guided walk around Marlow with Marlow Museum discovering fungi and a trip to Chiltern Open Air Museum Don't miss out—book your spot now before they're gone! Check it out 👉https://bit.ly/3ue9Rdr

19/08/2024

Did you know that all your online shopping can raise free donations for Marlow Museum? Sign up to and weekly food shops, family days out, general online shopping, and more will turn into much-needed donations and support for them. Plus, once you've raised your first £5, easyfundraising will double it! Sign up here:

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19/08/2024

Is lace becoming trendy?

According to "Edgy Lace Is Set To Soar This Summer, According To The Street-Style Set", so book now for our one day Lacemaking Workshop and learn how to make your own fashionable trims! Saturday 14 September, 10.00 - 16.00. Tickets: £90 (includes lunch & refreshments). Limited spaces.

https://bit.ly/4czFsHE

06/08/2024

Happy Rowing Anniversary Sir Steve!

A special day today, it is 40 years ago that a certain boat was rowed to gold in Los Angeles in 1984, so happy anniversary to my fellow crewmates, Adrian Ellison, Richard Budgett and Martin Cross and the late two time Olympic gold medallist, Andy Holmes. In many ways seems like yesterday! Back to today and Keely Hodgkinson hopes to upgrade her Tokyo Silver for Paris Gold, Joe Clarke and Kimberley Woods eye the top prizes in the frenetic kayak cross and Team GB bid to retain triathlon mixed relay title. Exhausting and exhilarating in equal measure and that's just watching!

https://www.dailymail.co.uk/sport/olympics/article-13709179/Olympics-Breakfast-Briefing-SIR-STEVE-REDGRAVE-Keely-Hodgkinsons-golden-moment-awaits-Joe-Clarke-Kimberley-Woods-eye-prizes-frenetic-kayak-cross-plus-Team-GB-bid-retain-triathlon-mixed-relay-title.html

04/08/2024

Come and browse in the museum - there's loads to find out about famous writers in Marlow from 19th century to the present day. There's even a walking trail you can buy, to find out where they lived. Or buy one of our quill pens and get writing yourself. 😃

02/08/2024

Aren’t we lucky to live in such a lovely town?

Marlow has been awarded the Buckinghamshire Best Kept Village Michaelis Cup in the small towns category of the annual competition! The judging, which took

24/07/2024

03/07/2024

Spotted in today’s paper, re one of our Remarkable Marlovians, Mary Shelley.