A Fairy Tale Castle by the Thames The Strawberry Hill Trust was founded in 2002 with a mission to restore Walpole’s Villa and to open it to a wider public.
Operating as usual
Tickets are still available for tonight's talk at 7pm on 'Gothic Architecture and Sexuality' Presented by Matthew Reeve. This talk, based on Reeve's recent book, analyses the language that Horace Walpole and his circle used to describe themselves and their art patronage, leading to a consideration of a few of their more significant buildings and objects.
Book Now: https://strawberryhillhouse.digitickets.co.uk/event-tickets/32473?catID=13844
Don't miss our online talks celebrating LGBTQ+ History month, starting this Wednesday 17 & Thursday 18 February at 7pm. Hear from Cheryl Morgan, expert in trans history and Matthew Reeve, Associate Professor of Art History at Queen’s University. Book Now: http://strawberryhillhouse.org.uk/whats-on/
Some weekend reading from our curator Silvia Davoli - explore our NEW online exhibition: 'The Unexpected Jewish Past of Strawberry Hill House'. www.strawberryhillhouse.org.uk/the-unexpected-jewish-past-of-strawberry-hill-house/
As part of the Jewish Country Houses project, Strawberry Hill House curator, Silvia Davoli has researched two subsequent owners of the Villa from the 19th and 20th century, both of whom came from a Jewish background: Frances, Countess Waldegrave (1821-1879), whose father John Braham was an internationally famous Jewish opera singer; and Herbert Stern, 1st Baron Michelham (1851-1919), who belonged to a European Jewish dynasty of bankers. Both Lady Waldegrave and the Stern family left at Strawberry Hill tangible signs of their presence.
Image credit: James Rannie Swinton, Portrait of Lady Frances Waldegrave, 1830, watercolour, private collection.
Strawberry Hill House celebrates LGBTQ+ History Month with a series of online talks exploring the House, its occupants and our understanding of LGBTQ+ during the 18th century. For more information and to book tickets, please visit: www.strawberryhillhouse.org.uk/whats-on/
Don't miss this evenings talk on the 18th Century Garden of Strawberry Hill House presented by Dr Marion Harney at 7pm, as part of the #ThamesLuminaries series. To book this talk and others in the series, please visit: http://ticketsource.co.uk/popesgrotto
As part of the Jewish Country House Project, Strawberry Hill House curator, Silvia Davoli has researched two subsequent owners of the House from the 19th and 20th century, both of whom came from a Jewish background.
Explore our NEW online exhibition 'The Unexpected Jewish Past of Strawberry Hill House' to read more about their stories: www.strawberryhillhouse.org.uk/the-unexpected-jewish-past-of-strawberry-hill-house/
Don't miss the next line up of online talks from the latest 'Thames Luminaries' series, hear from experts at Marble Hill, Chiswick House and Strawberry Hill's talk this Friday, 5th February at 7pm with Dr Marion Harney. Tickets: ow.ly/KrF350Do3TP
This February, we welcome a new Online Series of Talks as part of LGBTQ+ History month. This series explores the House, its occupants and our cultural understanding of LGBTQ+ during the 18th century.
Speakers include: Cheryl Morgan, expert in trans history, Matthew Reeve, Associate Professor of Art History at Queen’s University and Dr Caroline Gonda, Fellow and Director of Studies, St Catharine's College Cambridge.
Tickets: www.strawberryhillhouse.org.uk/whats-on/
EXPLORE our NEW online exhibition 'The Unexpected Jewish Past of Strawberry Hill House' curated by Silvia Davoli.
For most visitors, the House is synonymous with Horace Walpole and this online exhibition, through a selection of images and objects, highlights the lives of two of its historic owners: Frances, Countess Waldegrave and the Stern Family.
https://www.strawberryhillhouse.org.uk/the-unexpected-jewish-past-of-strawberry-hill-house/
We had a great response to our 'Write to Horace' community project, with over 250 letters received. Sadly, our exhibition is currently closed, but you can watch our short film generously introduced by Richard E. Grant and featuring some of our brilliant letter writers: https://youtu.be/NZ9Y3c-Sutw
In response to over 250 letters received from the local community, as part of our ‘Write to Horace’ project, Richard E. Grant introduces just some of our let...
Join us for a trip along the Thames and explore the rich heritage of buildings, gardens and landscapes through the latest 'Thames Luminaries' online series of talks, starting Wednesday 27 January at 7pm.
Tickets: https://www.ticketsource.co.uk/popesgrotto
Season's Greetings from Strawberry Hill House & Garden
“The prettiest bauble you ever saw”
We look forward to welcoming visitors back to the House when we are able to reopen and in the meantime, we wish you and your families a safe and happy Festive Holiday.
- The Strawberry Hill House Team
In response to over 250 letters received from the local community, as part of our ‘Write to Horace’ project. Richard E. Grant introduces just some of our letter writers in a special short film.
Visitors will now have the opportunity to reflect on all the letters we received through a multimedia installation which spans the house. ‘Lockdown Letters to Horace’ curated by Charmaine Stimson, Judith North and Kate Proudman, opens from 6 December 2020 – 28 January 2021
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In response to over 250 letters received from the local community, as part of our ‘Write to Horace’ project. Richard E. Grant introduces just some of our letter writers in a special short film.
Visitors will now have the opportunity to reflect on all the letters we received through a multimedia installation which spans the house. ‘Lockdown Letters to Horace’ curated by Charmaine Stimson, Judith North and Kate Proudman, opens from 6 December 2020 – 28 January 2021
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Don't miss our popular Wreath Making Workshop this Saturday 12th December online. Join Floral designers Leigh Chappell & Janne Ford for a masterclass on how to make the perfect festive wreath.
Book Now: https://strawberryhillhouse.digitickets.co.uk/event-tickets/31190?catID=13844 #wreathmaking
Book Now to join our popular Wreath Making Workshop next Saturday 12 December at 10:30am. Our Floral Artists will share a step by step online masterclass on how to make the perfect festive wreath! Tickets include a wreath making pack:
https://strawberryhillhouse.digitickets.co.uk/event-tickets/31190?catID=13844& #ChristmasWreath
Strawberry Hill House reopens this Sunday 6th December. BOOK NOW to explore our new installation 'Lockdown Letters to Horace' inspired by the 250+ letters received as part our #WriteToHorace community project. Tickets included in the general admission to the house: http://ow.ly/JCW850CCYpi
The installation is curated by local artists Charmaine Stimson, Judith North, and Kate Proudman.
This project was only made possible thanks to public funding from the National Lottery through Arts Council England.
Floral designers Leigh Chappell and Janne Ford are back to host this years online wreath making workshop. Join them on Saturday 12 December from 10.30am - 12.30pm, for a step by step lesson on how to make a beautiful festive wreath.
Tickets: https://strawberryhillhouse.digitickets.co.uk/event-tickets/31190?catID=13844 #wreathmaking
In our final online talk of the series, 10 Years since its restoration, Michael Snodin and Carole Patey, both central figures in the restoration, discuss the hurdles and triumphs in rebuilding Horace Walpole’s inspirational ‘little gothic castle’. Join us this Wednesday 2nd December at 6pm.
Standard Adult Ticket: £8
Patrons & Members: Free
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Join our next online talk, this Thursday 26th November at 6pm with Carole Tucker & Nevil Tomlinson, on the eclectic range of historic painted and stained glass at Strawberry Hill House. Tickets: bit.ly/32FjEbE
#Historic #StainedGlass #PaintedGlass
One of the glories of Strawberry Hill House is its windows embellished with an eclectic range of painted and stained glass. Much of the glass is Flemish dating from the 16th and 17th centuries. Join our online talk next Thursday 26 November at 6pm and hear about the glass; its history and some of the stories it tells. Book Now: https://bit.ly/32FjEbE
Standard Adult Ticket: £8
Patrons & Members: Free
Join our Online Talk this Thursday 19 November at 6pm with Curator Silvia Davoli, who discusses Horace Walpole’s collection and her role in sleuthing for his Lost Treasures. Part of a series of lectures celebrating 10 years since the restoration of Strawberry Hill. Book Now: www.strawberryhillhouse.org.uk/whats-on/
Standard Adult Ticket: £8
Patrons & Members: Free
Online Wreath Making Workshop
Saturday 12 December, 10.30am - 12.30pm
Strawberry Hill's popular sustainable wreath making workshop is back this year, but it's going online! Join Floral designers Leigh Chappell and Janne Ford for a step by step lesson on how to make your wreath with the opportunity to ask questions at the end of the session.
Book Now: https://bit.ly/3nkhS82
Standard Adult Ticket: £28
Member and Patron Ticket: £25
The DécorCafé has collaborated with Strawberry Hill House for the past five years to run the Christmas Festival, this year, as we cannot run the Festival at the House the DécorCafé team are running their own online event. The team are generously sharing their skills and ideas through a series of festive workshops, with donations raised going to the House.
For more information and to book please visit the DécorCafé Website: https://thedecorcafe.com/our-events-2/ thedecorcafe.com
We have launched a series of online talks as part of the 10 Year Anniversary celebrations to mark the restoration of Strawberry Hill House. The talks cover many of the activities and developments that have taken place over the past ten years. For more details and to book, please visit our 'What's On' page: www.strawberryhillhouse.org.uk/whats-on/
Over 250 people responded to our #WritetoHorace letter writing campaign, sharing their unique observations and experiences during this time. READ the full catalogue of letters on our website: strawberryhillhouse.org.uk/letters
A huge thank you to everyone who took the time to write a Lockdown Letter to Horace. This project was only made possible thanks to public funding from the National Lottery through Arts Council England.
In line with government guidance, Strawberry Hill House has temporarily closed its doors. Although the House is closed our garden will be open for visitors to enjoy from Monday – Friday, 10am – 4pm.
Our online activities continue over the coming weeks and there will be plenty of things for our supporters to watch, read and get involved in. Including the launch of our 'Digital Library of Letters' on Monday, as part of our #WriteToHorace letter writing campaign, where all the letters we received will be available to read on our website.
We have also launched a series of online talks as part of the 10 Year Anniversary celebrations to mark the restoration of Strawberry Hill House. For more details and to book please visit the 'What's On' page on our website: www.strawberryhillhouse.org.uk/whats-on
We are incredibly thankful and grateful to be awarded a grant from the #CultureRecoveryFund. This much-needed funding will allow our ‘little gothic castle’ to remain open and continue to provide a space of enjoyment and inspiration for visitors, volunteers and the local community. #HereForCulture Department for Digital, Culture, Media and Sport HM Treasury Arts Council England
Book Now and join one of our Gothic Twilight Tours this October, where our experienced guides will lead you through the House, telling tales of romance, tragedy and horror.
Tickets: https://strawberryhillhouse.digitickets.co.uk/event-tickets/30935?catID=13844&
#Gothic #StrawberryHillHouse #Halloween
Starting this Thursday 15 October, join one of our NEW Gothic Twilight Tours, where our experienced guides will lead you through the House, telling tales of romance, tragedy and horror.
Book Now: https://strawberryhillhouse.digitickets.co.uk/event-tickets/30935?catID=13844&
#Gothic #StrawberryHillHouse
Autumn is a wonderful time for children and grown-ups to explore the hidden corners of the garden at Strawberry Hill house!
Join one of our guided half term holiday family trails this October and discover how we're making a happy home for creatures and plants that have enjoyed life at Strawberry Hill for hundreds of years.
Tuesday 27th October at 10.30am
Wednesday 28th October at 10:30am & 2.30pm.
Tickets are just £4 per family. Book Now:
https://strawberryhillhouse.digitickets.co.uk/event-tickets/30936?catID=13844
Strawberry Hill House is open from Sunday - Thursday, 11am - 4pm. And our Garden and Garden Cafe is open from 10am. Please book ahead to visit the House: www.strawberryhillhouse.org.uk/visit-us/
#Open #VisitUs #StrawberryHillHouse
Join one of our Garden Tours taking place every Sunday and Wednesday at 2pm for just £3 per person. Led by our experienced garden guides, the tour will include the main features of the garden, its history and restoration.
Book Now: http://ow.ly/r36650B5DuZ #Garden #Tour
This October join one of our Gothic Twilight Tours, where our experienced guides will lead you through the House, telling tales of romance, tragedy and horror.
Book Now: https://strawberryhillhouse.digitickets.co.uk/event-tickets/30935?catID=13844&
#Gothic #StrawberryHillHouse #Halloween
If you didn't spot the feature in The Times and The Sunday Times, please find the article below which highlights Strawberry Hill House, its previous owners and our involvement in the Jewish Country House Project with University of Oxford.
The project focuses on the fascinating Jewish heritage of some of Britain and Europe’s palaces, villas and country houses being opened up through an online cultural route launching later this year.
https://www.thetimes.co.uk/edition/news/online-tour-goes-through-keyhole-of-jewish-families-country-homes-h0f3h5pxp
She was the daughter of a superstar Regency tenor who vaunted her Jewish ancestry in the face of prejudice and caused eyebrows to be raised by marrying first one aristocrat then his brother.Yet while
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Hear from Martin Caiger-Smith, author and curator of the Antony Gormley retrospective exhibition at the Royal Academy, on Wednesday 20 November at Strawberry Hill House - part of our four-part lecture series #PerspectivesOnCollecting. Book Now: www.strawberryhillhouse.org.uk/perspectives-on-collecting Kindly supported by Russell-Cooke.
Strawberry Hill House is delighted to announce an exciting four-part lecture series exploring a range of collections by eminent speakers: Dr David Starkey, historian and presenter, Tim Knox, Director of the Royal Collection, Martin Caiger-Smith, author and Head of the MA Curating the Art Museum Programme at The Courtauld Institute of Art, and Dr Tristram Hunt, Director of the Victoria & Albert Museum. Tickets are available now at strawberryhillhouse.org.uk/perspectives-on-collecting, or by calling 0208 744 1241. ‘Perspectives on Collecting: A four-part Lecture Series’ is kindly supported by Russell-Cooke Solicitors. #booknow #lectureseries #video
Don’t miss your chance to join us for our special event, a #SilentCinema screening of the cult movie classic, #TheRockyHorrorPictureShow on Thursday 25 July. Tickets are selling fast and can be booked via our website: https://bit.ly/2IMYfm9 or by calling 020 8744 1241 #booknow
Something very exciting is coming to Strawberry Hill House. From the Sunday 23rd until Wednesday 26th June, Strawberry Hill House will be transformed through the talents of more than 30 local floral designers. The Strawberry Hill Flower Festival will celebrate the very best of British flowers and the enormous talent behind the design and cultivation of the floral industry in the UK. British flowers are having a resurgence and The Strawberry Hill Festival of Flowers is celebrating a new sustainable floristry by inviting florists and growers to create arrangements that reflect Horace Walpole’s ideas about design. Florists include Fiona Pickles of Firenza listed by The Telegraph as one of the Top 20 creative florists in the country and Creative Director for the 2018 Castle Howard Flower Festival, Claire Bowen of Honeysuckle and Hilda, floral designer, art historian and environmental campaigner, Brigitte Girling of Moss and Stone Floral Design, floral designer Leigh Chappell, visual storyteller and designer Janne Ford and local flower farmer and floral designer, Sarah Whiting; all with sustainability at the heart of their practice. On Monday 24th June, join us for a very special evening of specialist talks from artisan flower grower and florist Sarah Whiting of Nettlewood Flowers talking about working with flowers from seed to bouquet and author and teacher Claire Bowen, of Honeysuckle and Hilda who will speak about environmentally sustainable floristry including foam free techniques. The evening will also include a bespoke tour from our resident garden historian, Sandra Pullen. The Strawberry Hill Flower Festival will also be available from the 23rd-26th June and entry is included in your admission ticket. Tickets for the evening event start at £16 and are available to be booked now via our website or by calling us directly on 020 8744 1241. For more information, please visit www.strawberryhillhouse.org.uk/flower-festival #strawberryflowerfestival #britishflo
Curious about The Handlebards and their fantasic preformance of 'The Tempest'? Watch below to see just what this fabulous company have to offer. Don't miss out on your chance to watch them live at Strawberry Hill House on Friday 31st May. Tickets are on sale now at www.strawberryhillhouse.org.uk. #springseason #thehandlebards #whatson
In the first of our brand new series, 'Strawberry Hill Spotlights', we welcomed Tom Dyckhoff to Strawberry Hill House and the Lost Treasures of Strawberry Hill: Masterpieces from Horace Walpole’s Collection. In this series, we will be exploring the people and the stories that make Strawberry Hill House and the Lost Treasures exhibition; so special. Tom Dyckhoff is a writer, historian, and broadcaster, and kindly met with us to discuss his views on Horace Walpole’s decadent existence and the extraordinary way in which he lived his life. If you would like to follow to this series, you can subscribe to the Strawberry Hill House YouTube channel here: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCmDNjZYhX82pg9SFFN3tD1w The magnificent collection of paintings, sculptures, furniture and curiosities created by Horace Walpole for his celebrated gothic villa at Strawberry Hill, which was later dispersed all over the world in the famous sale of the century of 1842, will be reassembled for the once-in-a-lifetime exhibition Lost Treasures of Strawberry Hill: Masterpieces from Horace Walpole’s Collection from 20 October 2018 – 24 February 2019, sponsored by J. Stern & Co. The exhibition will provide a unique opportunity to see one of the most famous 18th-century collections including masterpieces by Joshua Reynolds, Anthony Van Dyck, and Hans Holbein, reunited in its original setting in the fine rooms at Strawberry Hill. To book your tickets for the Lost Treasures of Strawberry Hill: Masterpieces from Horace Walpole’s Collection, visit our website: https://www.strawberryhillhouse.org.uk/losttreasures/ or call us on 0208 744 1241
For the first time in 170 years see Strawberry Hill House in West London, transformed for a once-in-a-lifetime #exhibition, reuniting the 'Lost Treasures of Strawberry Hill, Masterpieces from Horace Walpole's Collection' 20 October 2018 - 24 February 2019. Book Now: http://www.strawberryhillhouse.org.uk/losttreasures/ #LostTreasures
Round and round up we go! How beautiful Strawberry Hill House looks from above.
2 week ago today Yakult celebrated their 80th birthday at Strawberry Hill House with a guided tour and afternoon tea in the Gallery. Many thanks to everyone who nominated their much loved 80-year-olds to join Yakult on this very special occasion! #Yakult #80th http://www.yakult.co.uk/about-yakult/yakult-news-and-events
Richmond Ice Rink is coming back to Strawberry Hill this Christmas! Whether it is your first time on the ice or if you are coming to show off your moves, the stunning backdrop of Walpole’s white gothic castle will create a magical atmosphere to your day! Advance booking for timed and season tickets is already open here: http://www.richmondrink.com/ #icerink #christmas #richmond
This video is a slideshow submitted for display at the British Guild of Travel Writers award ceremony to be held at the Savoy in November. In order, the slides display the south front, the Gallery, the ceiling of the Beauclerk Closet, the Sewing Bee hard at work in the Red Bedchamber, and the ceiling of the Tribune.
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