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BROOKLANDS
MUSEUM
Delving into the past of the many market towns and
BROOKLANDS Museum in Weybridge
is famous for recapturing the spirit of the
vil ages in the county of Surrey is a truly fascinating way
birthplace of British motorsport and aviation.
This site, created by local wealthy land
to immerse yourself in the area. Spending an hour at any
owner Hugh Locke King in 1907 ,was the
first purpose built motor racing course in the
of the local museums (Guildford, Dorking, Haslemere,
world and where pioneer aviator A.V. Roe
made his first experiments in powered flight.
Farnham, Godalming, Leatherhead, Reigate or the
It developed to become a wonder of the
Edwardian age and one of the most exciting
Lightbox in Woking) wil unlock times gone
and ‘happening’ places of the 20s and 30s
Jazz Age.
by and reveal how these places have been shaped
Brooklands embraced most of Great Britain’s
by historic events.
automobile World Record Breaking success.
In the air, the Vickers Vimy, Wel ington Bomber,
Hawker Hurricane and the iconic Concorde
Many areas have guided tours by experienced blue-
(now back on display at Brooklands) were all
symbolic of the pioneering effort that pervaded
badged guides who bring the local area to life. Tours
these few Surrey acres. Brooklands Museum
tel s the ful story with genuine artefacts and
vary from spooky ghost strol s to life in medieval times
memorabilia. It is open every day apart from a
few days over Christmas.
and famous (and infamous) past residents – from Kings
Visit www.brooklandsmuseum.com for details
or call 01932 857381.
to scoundrels and industrialists to artists.
BROOKLANDS ROAD, WEYBRIDGE,
SURREY KT13 0QN
Heritage Open Days in September, offers free
t > 01932 857381
e > info@brooklandsmuseum.com
access to buildings not always open to the public,
w > www.brooklandsmuseum.com
including Farnham Castle, Guildford Castle, The Medieval
opening times >
Summer 10:00 - 17:00
Winter 10:00 - 16:00
Undercroft, Foxenden Quarry, Guildford House Gal ery,
admission >
Dorking Caves and the Pepperpot in Godalming,
Family £20, Adult £8, SC £6, Child (6 - 16) £5,
Child (Under 5) FREE (correct October 2008)
to name but a few.
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