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Services at Sandham 2026

A religious service led by Rev Mark Christian including references to the paintings of Sir Stanley Spencer in Sandham Memorial Chapel

  • Booking not needed
  • Free event

Service at Sandham Dedicated by the Bishop of Guildford in March 1927, Sandham is a working chapel. There have always been services on Remembrance or Armistice Day and we now hold monthly services from April to October on the theme of Remembrance and linking this to the chapel. Admission is free but donations are welcome.

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The basics

Meeting point

Please meet outside of the chapel doors just before 10am.

Accessibility

Accessible parking is available at the rear of the garden. Please call 01635 278394 or email sandham@nationaltrust.org.uk in advance of your visit for information. There is a step free route from the parking area - all garden paths are of gravel or brick. Our visitor toilet is fully accessible. There is a ramp for access to the chapel.

Upcoming events

West Berks Open Studios 

Local artists Miggie Bruce and Ali Fraser are exhibiting at Sandham Memorial Chapel from Saturday 9th to Monday 25th May, 2026.

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21 May to 25 May 2026
at 11:00 to 15:00+ 4 other dates or times

Visually Impaired sessions with trained volunteers 

We're now offering dedicated sessions for visitors who are visually impaired,. Supported by trained volunteers who can provide tailored, one to one guidance.

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24 May to 4 Oct 2026
at 11:00 to 13:00+ 5 other dates or times

Vintage tea room 

Come join us for a warm drink and biscuit (suggested donation £3) in our pop-up tea room. This can be found in the exhibition cottage.

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3 Jun to 27 Sep 2026
at 11:00 to 15:00+ 116 other dates or times

Centenary exhibition detailing the building of Sandham Memorial Chapel . 

Just like a box: realising Stanley Spencer's vision

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4 Jun to 8 Nov 2026
at 11:00 to 15:00+ 113 other dates or times