Arundells Journal
News from Arundells
Find out what’s going on in the house and garden. Read about Arundells history and discover interesting facts about our collection.
Who Governs? Not You! 50 years since the February 1974 election
At this event co-hosted by the Mile End Institute and the Sir Edward Heath Charitable Foundation, Professor Tim Bale and Tom Chidwick will launch their new Edward Heath Academic Forum and host a panel discussion of 'eyewitnesses' to mark the fiftieth anniversary of...
Volunteer Open Day
Have you ever wondered what it's like to volunteer in an 800 year old home, with an amazing collection of art and antiques? Do you have a passion for art, history, politics, music or sailing? Come along to our open day and find out about opportunities to join our...
An Audience With Theresa May
As Prime Minister for three years and Home Secretary for six years, Theresa May came face-to-face with a series of issues in which the abuse of power led to devastating results for individuals and significantly damaged the reputation of, and trust in, public...
As the house closes, conservation work begins
The upstairs rooms at Arundells are beginning to be ‘put to bed’ for the winter. We observe the tradition of historic housekeeping, where country houses would have been deep cleaned and rested while the family were in town for the winter. Firstly, we check the...
Arundells to Host Silent Cinema Screening and Other Exciting Events in 2024
Arundells is set to continue its transformation into a vibrant cultural hub by hosting a diverse range of arts events in 2024. The spring programme includes a silent cinema screening of a Buster Keaton classic, concerts, multimedia performances and talks on art,...
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.
Upcoming Events at Arundells