Museum Activities | Bourne Hall

Museum Kid's Club - Life in WW2 - Saturday 13 June 1 - 2.30pm

Children will step back in time to discover what life was like during World War II. Through fun demonstrations, a knowledgeable reenactor will teach them about everyday life and simple tactics from the era—making history both educational and exciting.

For more information, contact Susan Dalloe, 020 8394 1734 sdalloe@epsom-ewell.gov.uk

Recommended age 8 - 12, children must be supervised for the duration of the event.

Please be advised that there is a maximum number for this event. Please confirm your space by booking in advance.

Book your tickets here: Bourne Hall Museum Kid's Club - Life in WW2 | Sessami or call 0208 393 9571

Suffragette Stories - Tuesday 16 June 2 - 3.30pm

Step into the story of suffragette Emily Wilding Davison, and discover the hidden details of her dramatic actions at the Epsom Derby 1913. Davison remains one of the most compelling and debated figures of the suffrage movement. What drove her that day? Protest, martyrdom, or something more complex?

Vivid storytelling and performance bring to life the suffragette movement, the risks these women took and the daring and sometimes controversial tactics they used.

For more information contact Susan Dalloe sdalloe@epsom-ewell.gov.uk 020 8394 1734

Book your tickets here: Suffragette Stories at Bourne Hall Museum | Sessami or call 0208 393 9571

Ukrainian beading and wool workshops - Thursday 18 June - Drop in between 10am - 1pm

Bourne Hall Museum will be marking Refugee Week with a welcoming programme of creative craft workshops celebrating Ukrainian culture, storytelling, and community on Thursday 18 June.
Free and open to everyone, these relaxed, hands‑on sessions require no previous experience and invite participants to connect through creativity and shared traditions.

Activities include a Beaded Angel Workshop, where you can use simple beadwork techniques to create your own angel to take home—a meaningful symbol of protection, hope, and remembrance. You can also take part in making wool dolls and birds, crafting charming decorations inspired by Ukrainian folk art, in which birds often symbolise freedom, happiness, and the arrival of spring.

These workshops offer a thoughtful and creative way to learn, reflect, and come together in a supportive, inclusive space.

For more information contact Susan Dalloe sdalloe@epsom-ewell.gov.uk 020 8394 1734

Willow Sculpture with Gina - Saturday 27 June 10am - 4pm

Join artist Gina Martin for a hands-on course on crafting sculptures with willow. Suitable for beginners and those with some experience, participants will create their own handmade willow dragonfly, obelisk or a bird.

For more information, contact sdalloe@epsom-ewell.gov.uk 020 8394 1734

Buy your tickets here: Willow Sculpture with Gina #2 | Sessami or call 0208 393 9571

Bourne Hall Museum is coming to Epsom Playhouse - Meet a Civil War Soldier - Wednesday 1st July 2pm

Buy your tickets here: Meet a Civil War Soldier | Epsom Playhouse

Museum Kid's Club - More highwayman stories - Saturday 11 July 1.30 - 3pm

Caroline Baldock will be telling strange and exciting tales of highwaymen and their secret lives. Where did they go, what did they do – the thrill of the chase !!!!! The Golden Farmer, Swift Nic Nevison, Dick Turpin and more!

Recommended age 8 - 12+. Children must be supervised for the duration of the event.

For more details, contact: Susan Dalloe sdalloe@epsom-ewell.gov.uk 020 8394 1734

Book your space here: Bourne Hall Museum Kid's Club - More Highwaymen Stories | Sessami or call 0208 393 9571

Celebrate the Festival of Archaeology with Bourne Hall Museum!

Excavating Ewell Talk - Tuesday 21 July 2 - 4pm - Free event!

Have you wondered what was here in Ewell before the village you see today? Join us for afternoon talks exploring the Roman… and later… sites of Church Meadow and Nescot.

Please note that this presentation will include images of human remains.

For more details, contact: Susan Dalloe sdalloe@epsom-ewell.gov.uk 020 8394 1734

This is a free event, please book your space here: Excavating Ewell Talks | Sessami

Ashtead Roman Villa Talk - Thursday 23 July 2 - 3pm - Free event!

Discover the fascinating history of the Ashtead Roman villa, a unique and highly significant site first excavated in the 1920s and re-explored between 2006–2013. New findings reveal experimental Roman bath technology, rare architectural features, and evidence of a thriving tile and pottery industry linked to the wider region.

For more information, contact Susan Dalloe, 020 8394 1734 sdalloe@epsom-ewell.gov.uk

This is a free event, please book your space here: Ashtead Roman Villa Talk | Sessami or call 020 8393 9571

Gladiators at the Sacred Spring - Saturday 25 July 11am - 4pm - Free event!

Did you know that the Roman road Stane Street once ran through Ewell? Archaeological discoveries in the area suggest that Romans not only travelled through here but may also have stopped at the very spring where Bourne Hall now stands.

To celebrate the Festival of Archaeology, authentic Roman re-enactors will be setting up camp at Bourne Hall, bringing history vividly to life. Visitors will have the chance to explore the camp, meet the re-enactors, and discover the fascinating details of everyday Roman life. Through engaging conversations, hands-on experiences, and small demonstrations, you’ll learn about everything from clothing and tools to customs and traditions, all showcased with carefully crafted replica artefacts.

Adding to the excitement, gladiator re-enactors in full costume will stage thrilling combat demonstrations, recreating the spectacle of a Roman arena. These performances offer a unique glimpse into one of the most iconic aspects of Roman culture.

This promises to be a fun, educational, and interactive day for all ages—celebrating Ewell’s rich historical connection to the Roman world and bringing our shared past to life.

For more information, contact Susan Dalloe sdalloe@epsom-ewell.gov.uk, 020 8394 1734.

History of Art minibus tour around Epsom and Ewell - Wednesday 19th August 10am - 3pm

Join Tricia for a fascinating exploration of sites associated with artists across the borough. What inspired Constable, Millais, Munnings , Holman Hunt and more to create seminal works from our landscape?