Walking in Stanley Spencer's Footsteps
Join us on this free guided walk, walking in Stanley Spencer's footsteps.
- Booking essential
- Free event
This gentle circular walk takes in the places that painter Stanley Spencer lived in and loved and was inspired by during the years he lived in Burghclere, creating his epic First World War themed masterpiece at Sandham Memorial Chapel.
Discover the footpaths and stories that brought Stanley Spencer's remarkable paintings to life. As we walk your guide will reveal the places and moments that inspired his most celebrated works, offering a vivid and memorable introduction to both the artist and Burghclere itself. With plenty of opportunities to ask questions. This engaging interactive tour is the perfect way to deepen your appreciating of Spencer's world. Please allow around 90 minutes for the experience.
Please note Sandham Memorial Chapel will be welcoming visitors when we return from the walk. Normal admission charges apply.
This walk is free of charge, however booking is essential there is a maximum of 15 people per walk.. A National Trust membership is not required to take part in this walk. Parking is free for all visitors. Please register interest on sandhamevents@nationaltrust.org.uk
Times
The basics
- Booking details
Call 01635 278394
- Suitability
Children are welcome with adult supervision.
- Meeting point
Please meet outside the main Chapel doors.
- What to bring and wear
This is an outside event so wear appropriate clothing and suitable walking footwear.
- Accessibility
The walk is on footpaths, paved roads and through a kissing gate, there is a footbridge with steps and a grassy slope. There are some unmade paths that can be muddy in wet weather. There are steps and uneven ground so not suitable for pushchairs or wheelchairs. There is an accessible toilet at the start and end point.
- Other
Spaces are limited. Please call 01635 278394 or email sandham@nationaltrust.org.uk to book.
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.
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.
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
Centenary exhibition detailing the building of Sandham Memorial Chapel .
Just like a box: realising Stanley Spencer's vision