Sambourne was the Kensington home of the Punch illustrator Edward Linley Sambourne(1844–1910). In 1875 the house was decorated in the Aesthetic style inspired by Japanese art, featuring William Morris wallpapers, stained glass windows, a Chinese porcelain collection and 19th Century furniture and art. It is a rare example of a Victorian town house.  To book Read more

There will be a Blue Badge guided visit to the Victoria and Albert Museum on Friday, 6 February, from 11:00 to 12:00. The focus of the visit will be a Textiles Highlights Tour, offering participants the opportunity to see and learn about a selection of notable textile pieces. The cost for this visit is £20 per Read more

Visit to the Supreme Court Read more

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Guided Highlights tour. Read more

Friday 12 September. 12-1.30 pm. Meeting Wimbledon Station main entrance at 11 am. Get a glimpse of the stage, rehearsal area, costumes, view the Royal Areas of the Hall, visit the rarely seen subterranean Loading Bay and, if you are lucky, a rehearsal for that night’s show. Book your place through: visits@mertonu3a.org.uk Read more

Guided visit to the lovely Chiswick House and Gardens, Burlington Lane, Chiswick W4 2RP. Glorious example of Neo-Palladian architecture completed in 1729. Meeting at Wimbledon Station at 9.30 am. Read more

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2TP, an ornate historical and literary fantasy, was built for W. W. Astor in 1892. It is now the home of the Bulldog Trust, a social impact charity. Details and booking. Read more