Name: Sandham Memorial Chapel
Rating: 5.0

Sandham Memorial Chapel

Harts Lane, Burghclere, Newbury, UK

1-99 Years

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Sandham Memorial Chapel built to honour the 'forgotten dead' of the First World War, who were not remembered on any official memorials, the series was inspired by Spencer’s own experiences as a medical orderly at the Beaufort Hospital in Bristol and both orderly and soldier on the Salonika front.

It is peppered with personal and unexpected details and uniquely shows the everyday activities rather than the horrors of war. Inspired by Giotto's Arena Chapel in Padua and made possible through the generous patronage of Louis and Mary Behrend, Spencer referred to Sandham Memorial Chapel as his "Holy Box". The 19 oil paintings covering three walls of the chapel took six years to complete and are considered by many to be the artist’s finest achievement.

Price starts from £12.10 for Adults(18 years and over), £6.10 for Children(5-17 & under 5s free) and £30.30 for Family(2 Adults and up to 3 children). If you are looking for Best place for day out with kids and families then this is the perfect destination offering fun, adventure, and unforgettable memories for everyone.

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Features

Chapel: This modest red-brick building tucked away in a quiet corner of Hampshire contains Stanley Spencer's visionary paintings.
Garden: The orchard and meadow were planted in the 1920s when the chapel was built. The Garden of Reflection was created in 2014 to mark the centenary of the First World War.
Exploring Sandham Memorial Chapel and Almshouses: Sandham Memorial Chapel is home to arguably the most important series of paintings by the modern British artist, Stanley Spencer who wanted to express his military experience during 'The Great War' in paint. Find out about the paintings that line the chapel walls, and the almshouses which host exhibitions. Services continue to run from April to November on the first Thursday of the month at 10am.
The garden at Sandham Memorial Chapel: The garden at Sandham is made up of two distinct areas. The orchard and meadow at the front of the building were planted in the 1920s when the Chapel was built. The Garden of Reflection at the rear of the Chapel was designed and planted in 2014 as part of a major project to mark the centenary of the First World War.
Eating and shopping at Sandham Memorial Chapel: Discover idyllic places to picnic among the trees in the orchard or find out where to buy refreshments nearby. In the shop, explore the range of carefully selected products that mirror the themes and spirit of the chapel and its creator, Stanley Spencer.

Facilities

Parking: The car park is directly opposite the chapel; gates are locked at 3.15pm (15 minutes after closing).
Toilet: There is an accessible toilet available for all visitors.
Dogs allowed: Dogs are welcome to enjoy the gardens. Only assistance dogs are permitted inside the Chapel and side buildings.

What to see

The history of Sandham Memorial Chapel: The history of Sandham Memorial Chapel is as much a story of 20th-century artist Stanley Spencer as it is of the building and its paintings. Every canvas displayed on the interior walls contains Spencer's memories and reflections of his experiences in the First World War.

For more upcoming events information please visit: https://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/visit/hampshire/sandham-memorial-chapel/the-history-of-sandham-memorial-chapel

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Price Details

Adult (18+): £12.10 with Gift Aid & £11.00 without Gift Aid.
Child (5–17) under 5s free: £6.10 with Gift Aid & £5.50 without Gift Aid.
Family (2 adults and up to 3 children): £30.30 with Gift Aid & £27.50 without Gift Aid.
One adult family: £18.20 with Gift Aid & £16.50 without Gift Aid.

Pricing URL: https://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/visit/hampshire/sandham-memorial-chapel#place-prices

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Offer Birthday Parties: No

Address: Harts Lane, Burghclere, Newbury, UK

Post Code: RG20 9JT

Council: Basingstoke and Dean

County: Hampshire

By road: Sandham Memorial Chapel is ½ mile east of the A34 Tot Hill junction and is clearly signposted from both carriageways. On entering Burghclere, the car park is on the right just after The Carpenters Arms pub. If travelling from Basingstoke, take the A339 towards Newbury and follow the National Trust signs when you reach Greenham.
By train: Newbury Railway Station is on the Penzance to Paddington line and is approximately four miles from the village of Burghclere. Basingstoke Railway Station is on the lines from Waterloo to Bournemouth and Exeter St Davids. It is approximately 17 miles from Burghclere.
By bus: There are some bus services to Sandham Memorial Chapel but they are quite irregular.
Cycling: We're easily accessible by bike and conveniently situated on the picturesque Burghclere/Burbage/Whitchurch cycle route.
Parking: The car park is directly opposite the chapel; gates are locked at 3.15pm (15 minutes after closing).