Heritage Open Day

Name: Heritage Open Day
Start: 2025-09-14T13:00:00+01:00
Location: Park Lane, Ashtead, KT21 1EJ

Schedule

Sun, 14 Sep, 2025 at 01:00 pm

UTC+01:00

Location

Park Lane, Ashtead, KT21 1EJ | Leatherhead, EN

Come and explore the stunning Grade II-listed Ashtead Park House and its extensive grounds, along with the picturesque St. Giles’ Church - the oldest building in Ashtead!
Formerly known as Ashtead Park Manor (built in 1563), Ashtead Park House was rebuilt in 1790 in a neoclassical style designed by architect Samuel Wyatt. The impressive mansion boasts three storeys with a white brick exterior and stone dressings. It was acquired by the City of London Corporation and has been occupied by The City of London Freemen’s School for 100 years.
St. Giles’ Church rises from a lovely wooded churchyard in the north-western corner of Ashtead Park. From its approach through an avenue of cedar trees, it looks like a typical country church, but people have worshipped here since 1115.
You are welcome to wander around the house, church, and grounds throughout the day. You are invited to try bell ringing in the 16th-century Bell Tower at St. Giles’, and children of all ages will enjoy a scavenger hunt. You can also explore the burial ground, where you can find several notable graves and memorials.
Discover the impressive Scagliola pillars of the circular saloon and the white marble chimney piece designed by Piranesi at Ashtead Park House.
Browse the original conveyancing documents from the sale of Ashtead Park Estate in the late 19th century.
Visit a Titanic memorial plaque commemorating Ashtead resident, George H. Hunt – the former head gardener at Ashtead Park, who lost his life on the ill-fated ship, The Titanic.