We have now closed for the winter to carry out conservation work.  Arundells will reopen to visitors on Thursday 20th March 2025.

Alan Titchmarsh in Conversation with Gyles Brandreth

Alan Titchmarsh in Conversation with Gyles Brandreth

This Monday, the Performing Arts Centre at Godolphin School hosted a captivating evening featuring broadcaster, gardener and writer, Alan Titchmarsh. Joined by his longtime friend and fellow broadcaster, Gyles Brandreth, Titchmarsh offered a fascinating glimpse into...

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One of Many: Arundells’ Capitoline Wolf

One of Many: Arundells’ Capitoline Wolf

According to Roman historian Livy, Romulus and Remus have been seen in bronze alongside their she-wolf saviour as long ago as 295 BC when a statue of the trio was erected at the foot of the Palatine Hill. This image of the infant founders of Rome has persisted for...

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A Brief History on Bonsai

A Brief History on Bonsai

The Jade Bonsai trees also known as Portulacaria Afra or Crassula ovata are succulent plants that are popular in the art of bonsai. The tree that is in the house is a replica of one of these trees, being made from bronze and jade, unlike living bonsai, crystal bonsai...

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Welcome to Arundells

With paintings by Churchill and Sargent, Chinese ceramics from Chairman Mao, David Lloyd George’s writing desk and memorabilia from Nixon and Castro, Arundells is the former home of Sir Edward Heath KG MBE, Prime Minister and Statesman. Located within Salisbury’s magnificent Cathedral Close, the house is one of Salisbury’s most charming destinations.

Sir Edward bequeathed Arundells to the Charitable Foundation set up in his name following his death in 2005. He very much wanted as many people as possible to “share the beauty of Arundells” and to enjoy his diverse and very personal collection of art work, photographs, sailing memorabilia and political cartoons.

We do hope that you will enjoy your visit.

Upcoming Events

House

The house was originally a medieval canonry, with the first recorded occupant being Henry of Blunston, Archdeacon of Dorset, who lived here from 1291 until his death in 1316.

garden

The peaceful garden extends to around two acres in total, with lawns, mature trees, shrubbery and borders and includes sculpture by G E Wade and the bow of Morning Cloud III.

collection

Arundells Collection includes works by well known artists, ceramics, gifts from world leaders, hand painted Chinese wallpaper and Morning Cloud scale model yachts.

EVENTS

Arundells events include talks, music concerts and recitals, seasonal outdoor theatre, children's events and Christmas events.