Welcome to Chertsey Museum

the Borough Museum for Runnymede

the museum building, built in 1810

Chertsey Museum first opened to the public in 1965, displaying a collection of local history items, photographs, paintings, clocks, furniture and a large collection of Mycenaean, Cypriot, Italian and Greek pots.

Since then the collections have grown and now we have a fine collection of items exploring the history of the Runnymede area. They range from local archaeology and the history of Chertsey Abbey, fine and decorative art, to social history items, a large collection of documents and photographs, and the nationally significant Olive Matthews Collection of Dress and Textiles.

Latest events

Home Education Workshop - Prehistory

14/05/2024

A chance for home educating families to join some of our curriculum based workshops for primary aged children. Hands-on history with questions, crafts and activities for all.

Tuesday 14th May 2024 Ages 7-12 From the Upper Paleolithic to the transformation changes in the...

Craft & Wine Evening

17/05/2024

Mini Album

Learn how to make a beer mat mini album with journaling techniques. Bring a selection of 6-8 photos...

Museum Monkeys

17/05/2024
Join Charlie the Chimp for singing, stories and crafts! Activities are aimed at under 5s with...

Planning a Visit?

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