Clandon Park appeal

Following the terrible fire in April 2015 that left our 18th-century Surrey mansion in ruins, we now look to its future

Clandon Park two weeks after fire
Clandon Park fire aerial view

Clandon Park fire

The fire reduced the 18th-century mansion near Guildford in Surrey built for Lord Onslow to a shell but the external walls remain largely intact. Clandon Park was one of the country’s most complete examples of a Palladian mansion and contained an important collection of 18th-century furniture, porcelain and textiles. You can help our future plans by donating to the Clandon Park appeal.

How the appeal adds up

  • The fire in 2015 damaged 95% of Clandon's interior
  • We were able to save over 400 artefacts
  • The ground floor will be restored to its original 1720s design
Clandon Park fire salvage operation

When the fire struck 

Everyone was evacuated from the building and there were no reported injuries when the blaze struck Clandon Park on 29 April 2015. But the fire spread rapidly through the building, causing significant damage.

Clandon Park after the fire

Our plans for Clandon's future 

We received many messages from our supporters and the public. Now that we know the extent of the damage and what remains, we’re planning to rebuild Clandon Park and have a vision for its future.

" Our plans involve returning parts of the house to its 18th-century glory whilst at the same time creating a building of beauty and relevance for the 21st century."
- Helen Ghosh, Director-General
Clandon Park's Speakers' Parlour interior Play Video
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Our vision for Clandon

Hear about the future plans for the restoration and re-build of Clandon from Sophie Chessum, Project Curator and Salvage Lead.

Clandon Park appeal

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Why give to the National Trust

As a charity, we rely on the generosity of supporters to look after the historic buildings in our care. Not only do our supporters help to conserve beautiful homes and stunning gardens. They also ensure that future generations have places where they can be inspired by stories of the past, enjoy peace and time to reflect, and make memories to treasure. With your support, we can continue to protect the irreplaceable. For ever, for everyone.

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