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Meadow of Memories at Chartwell 

Visit Meadow of Memories, a beautiful installation of handcrafted steel daisies by local charity Hospice in the Weald, outside the house from 2-17 May

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15 May to 17 May 2026
at 10:00 to 17:00+ 2 other dates or times

Chartwell 60 - Your Chartwell Memories 

Share your favourite Chartwell memories this summer. From May to July, we’re gathering a record of the moments that makes this place special, and in September, we’ll bring them together in a special outdoor display for everyone to enjoy.

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15 May to 31 Jul 2026
at 10:00 to 17:00+ 77 other dates or times

‘Churchill: Image and Power’ exhibition at Chartwell in the Uniform Room 

Explore the restored Uniform Room and see Churchill's recently conserved clothing items in a special display.

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15 May to 1 Nov 2026
at 11:00 to 15:40+ 170 other dates or times

Inspired by Chartwell Painting Exhibition 

See the winning paintings from the ‘Inspired by Chartwell’ Painting Competition

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15 May to 31 Dec 2026
at 11:30 to 16:00+ 228 other dates or times

Chartwell Highlights Tour: Churchill the Artist 

Join one of our expert volunteer guides on an intimate tour of select rooms in the house at Chartwell, exploring Sir Winston Churchill’s relationship with art and his life through his paintings.

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15 May to 22 May 2026
at 16:00 to 17:00+ 5 other dates or times

Chartwell 60: The 60th anniversary of Chartwell's opening to the public 

In 2026, we’re celebrating 60 years since Chartwell opened to the public on 22 June 1966. Discover our past, celebrate the present and contribute your own memories to our special anniversary display for ‘Chartwell 60’.

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23 May to 19 Jul 2026
at 10:00 to 17:00+ 57 other dates or times

Chartwell Highlights Tour: Chartwell 60 

Chartwell opened to the public in the summer of 1966. Join a special new tour to celebrate the National Trust’s 60th anniversary of welcoming everyone to the Churchills’ family home.

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25 May to 17 Jul 2026
at 16:00 to 17:00+ 38 other dates or times

Chartwell 60: Garden tour 

In 2026, we’re celebrating 60 years since Chartwell opened to the public on 22 June 1966. Join us for a free, volunteer-led tour to discover how the garden evolved during the Churchill family’s time and how the National Trust have cared for it since.

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28 May to 17 Jul 2026
at 14:00 to 15:00+ 22 other dates or times

Chartwell 60 celebration weekend 

Join us for Chartwell’s 60th anniversary weekend with bands, dancing on the lawn, and plenty of chances to join in the fun!

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20 Jun to 21 Jun 2026
at 10:00 to 17:00+ 1 other date or time

Conservation in Action at Chartwell 

See Chartwell a little differently and learn about the preventive conservation our Collections team undertake to ensure the preservation of Sir Winston Churchill's heritage.

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23 Jun to 7 Oct 2026
at 11:00 to 14:30+ 8 other dates or times

Area Ranger Guided Walks 

Join a fascinating guided walk around the Chartwell estate with our Area Ranger, Fraser Williamson.

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25 Jun 2026
at 10:30 to 12:30

Rob BIddulph family activity trail 

Explore the garden with activities inspired by Rob Biddulph’s latest book, ‘When I grow up I’d like to be...'

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11 Jul to 6 Sep 2026
at 10:00 to 16:30+ 57 other dates or times

Chartwell Highlights Tour: Life at Chartwell 

Join one of our expert volunteer guides on an intimate tour of select rooms in the house at Chartwell, focusing on Sir Winston Churchill, his family, and the friends and guests who shaped their lives here.

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20 Jul to 4 Sep 2026
at 16:00 to 17:00+ 32 other dates or times

Draw with Rob Biddulph family workshops 

Join award-winning author and illustrator Rob Biddulph in this interactive family workshop.

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12 Aug to 26 Aug 2026
at 10:30 to 11:30+ 3 other dates or times

Chartwell Highlights Tour: Leadership and Legacy 

Join one of our expert volunteer guides on an intimate tour of select rooms in the house at Chartwell, focusing on Sir Winston Churchill's leadership in times of both peace and war, and the lasting impact of his legacy.

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7 Sep to 23 Oct 2026
at 16:00 to 17:00+ 33 other dates or times

British Sign Language (BSL) Deaf-Led Chartwell Highlights Tour 

Join a BSL Deaf-led tour of selected rooms of the house at Chartwell.

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11 Sep 2026
at 11:00 to 12:00

Chartwell 60 - Your Chartwell Memories Display 

Discover Chartwell through the memories of those who love it. This September, step into a special outdoor display celebrating the moments that make this place unforgettable.

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12 Sep to 16 Oct 2026
at 10:00 to 17:00+ 34 other dates or times

Heritage Open Days at Chartwell 

Step inside the home of Sir Winston Churchill this Heritage Open Day and uncover the stories behind Chartwell’s remarkable past.

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14 Sep 2026
at 10:00 to 17:00