Mysterious Lady in the Painting Tour

Friday 12th June 2026 | 6PM – 8:30PM
£30 per person (includes 1-course dinner and welcome drink)
Who is the elegant woman watching over you from above the fireplace?
Step into a world of romance, rebellion, and breathtaking scandal as we unravel the extraordinary life of Elizabeth Linley Sheridan—the dazzling opera sensation who captivated Georgian society and stole the heart of the flamboyant playwright Richard Brinsley Sheridan.
This isn’t just history… it’s a full‑blown drama
– Discover how her portrait was smuggled over a garden wall to escape hungry debt collectors.
– Follow its journey as it becomes a treasured heirloom of the Bouverie family
– …and learn why it now hangs in Washington D.C., valued at millions.
Prepare for a whirlwind of duels at dawn, daring elopements, courtroom showdowns, whispered betrayals, and the fierce, unbreakable friendships that shaped Elizabeth’s fate. Brought to life by our passionate volunteer historian‑guides—who uncovered this sensational story during lockdown—this theatrical tour is a gripping celebration of courage, celebrity, and the power of a woman who refused to be forgotten.
A portrait. A scandal. A legend. Come meet the woman who inspired them all!