Places to Visit

SANDHAM MEMORIAL CHAPEL

Burghclere, nr Newbury Hampshire RG15 9JT
phone: 01635 278394 fax: 01635 278394
Church,chapel etc
The interior walls of this First World War chapel, built in the 1920s, are entirely covered with murals by Stanley Spencer. This extraordinary project illustrates the artist's experiences during the Great War and is considered to be his greatest achievement. Hidden in the depths of rural Hampshire, the chapel sits amid tranquil lawns and orchards with beautiful views across to Watership Down
   
Opening TimesMarch & Nov: Sat & Sun only 11.30--4; Apr to end Oct: Wed to Sun & BH Mon 11.30--6; (closed Wed following BH Mon); Dec to Feb by appointment only

Admission£2. No reduction for pre-booked groups. Road verge parking. Picnics on front lawn

Disabled AccessAccessible via steps; portable ramp available. Wheelchair users advised to enter through side gate

Braille GuideBraille guide

4ml S of Newbury, 0.5m E of A34 [174: SU463608]
Bus: Burghfield mini coaches 123/4 from Newbury (passing close BR Newbury) (tel. 01734 590719)
Station: Newbury 4ml

Themes

Famous People:
Stanley Spencer
Paintings:
Murals by Stanley Spencer