1776 - The World Turned Upside-down
This year, the United States of America celebrates its 250th birthday. On 4 July 1776, 13 British colonies formally declared their independence from British rule.
- Booking not needed
- Free event (admission applies)
But what relevance does that have to a country estate in rural Surrey, built 20 years earlier? Through the collections displayed here today by our tenant, Alec Cobbe, or through the original owners of the house, Edward and Fanny Boscawen, see how this global event affected the lives of those connected to Hatchlands, with information and displays presented through the main showrooms of the house.
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- Accessibility
There is a buggy service available to the house and ramped access to enter the house. The downstairs showrooms are accessible.
Upcoming events
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