Date: 19th September, 10am-5pm.
We're excited to once again be part of the Open House festival, inviting visitors to explore our unique, historic Meeting House and its surroundings - alongside a wide range of other buildings across London. First-time or returning visitors alike, please feel free to drop in and explore the grounds, learn a little more about the building and its history, and enjoy the peace of an original 18th century Meeting House.
We'll be offering both opportunities for self-guided exploration (with displays, activities, and more), as well as a variety of events from local creatives. Visitors of all ages very welcome!
Our full programme is to be confirmed, and will be continually updated below. For more details, including the full festival listings, and to book in for any ticketed events (you do not need to book to drop in and visit), please see Open House's website.
Facility notes: there are toilets onsite, including an accessible toilet with baby changing facilities. Level access to all ground-floor rooms, though the grounds can be uneven. Please see our find us page for parking and travel details.
What's On
Event | Time & Place | Details |
|---|---|---|
Drop in and explore, with guided and self-guided tours, displays & Quaker artefacts | Whole site 10.00-17.00 | Throughout the event - no booking needed, just turn up and explore the unique history of our meeting house and a display of Quaker artefacts. Plus enjoy our peaceful & natural grounds. Take a short self-guided tour to introduce you to our site, or explore at your own pace! |
Talk: Eminent Kew Botanists & B&I | Garden 14.00 | A free brief talk by Friends exploring noted botanists associated with Brentford & Isleworth Meeting over the years, including our links to Kew Gardens and the unique intertwined history of Quakerism and the study of botany. Booking in advance requested to manage numbers - please reserve your spaces here. |
Workshops | ||
Free beginner-friendly crochet workshop, with KC Crochet Studio | Garden Room 10.30 (90 mins) | A free workshop by local maker Kim of KC Crochet Studio. With simple stitches & step-by-step guidance, make your own flower granny square. Calm & creative, beginners very welcome! Booking in advance requested to manage numbers - please reserve your spaces here. |
Free performance by Hounslow Community Choir | Large Meeting Room 13.00 (30 mins) Open rehearsal from 12.15 | We're excited to host a performance by the talented Hounslow Community Choir! HCC has been running since 2014. Everyone is welcome to join, meeting once a week to sing a variety of songs from different genres.The aim of HCC is to enjoy singing, music and being part of a community that celebrates well-being through singing together. Booking in advance helpful, drop-ins also welcome - reserve a free space here. |
Drop-in free necklace making, with Fiona from Fiona's Craft Space | Garden Room Drop-in from 14.00-17.00 | Drop in and make your own unique autumnal necklace, for free! All materials provided, including a wide selection of mixed reclaimed, vintage and donated beads (with thanks to local artist Monica Boxley.) Create your piece with Fiona, a local artist who's been a jewellery designer and maker for over 30 years and will help to design and balance your creations. |
