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Heritage services for the London Borough of Hillingdon including Hillingdon Museum and Archives, the Battle of Britain Bunker, Eastcote House Gardens and Manor Farm. Heritage services and venue hire for the London Borough of Hillingdon including Hillingdon Museum and Archives, Battle of Britain Bunker, Manor Farm, Eastcote House Gardens, and Cranford Park.

🎄 Calling All Local Choirs! 🎄 Join us at the Manor Farm Christmas Festival and help fill the season with festive cheer! ...
16/10/2026

🎄 Calling All Local Choirs! 🎄

Join us at the Manor Farm Christmas Festival and help fill the season with festive cheer!

We're looking for local choirs to perform Christmas favourites at Manor Farm's Christmas Festival. There will be crafts and activities, storytelling, the chance to meet Santa, as well as refreshments to enjoy on the day.

We are particularly looking for Children's Choirs - but all are welcome to contact us!

If you know of a choir that would be interested, please email [email protected]

🚨 Ancestry Workshop: One Week to Go! Ready to uncover your family story? Join us at Hillingdon Museum on 23 October for ...
16/10/2026

🚨 Ancestry Workshop: One Week to Go!

Ready to uncover your family story? Join us at Hillingdon Museum on 23 October for our popular 1:1 workshops, where our team can help you delve into family history, explore the story of your home, or discover more about your local area using Ancestry and FindMyPast.

📅 23 October
📍 Hillingdon Museum (next door to Uxbridge Library)
💷 £5 per person | FREE for Hillingdon Heritage Members

Spaces are limited, so book now and start uncovering your past 👉 https://buff.ly/pzZaiK9

We are hiring!✨️We are looking for an Archivist to join our Collections Team! Help preserve and develop our unique archi...
16/10/2026

We are hiring!✨️

We are looking for an Archivist to join our Collections Team! Help preserve and develop our unique archive collections while supporting residents, researchers and visitors across our heritage sites.

Apply by 01 November 👉 https://buff.ly/fqlEnFO

Did you know the original Hillingdon House was built in 1717 as a hunting lodge for the 3rd Duke of Schomberg? This bui...
15/10/2026

Did you know the original Hillingdon House was built in 1717 as a hunting lodge for the 3rd Duke of Schomberg?

This building was damaged by a fire and was rebuilt in 1844 to how it is seen today.

Hillingdon House and its surrounding land was purchased by the British Government in 1915 and was used as a convalescent home for Canadian soldiers returning from the Western Front in the First World War. This photo shows Hillingdon House during its time as a convalescent hospital, alongside barracks which would have been used by the soldiers staying there.

The Royal Flying Corps purchased the site in November 1917, and in 1926 the site was chosen as the headquarters for the Air Defence of Great Britain. It remained in this role until the reorganisation of the Royal Air Force in 1936, when Bentley Priory was chosen to become the headquarters of the newly formed Fighter Command. Hillingdon House was chosen to become the headquarters of No. 11 Group Fighter Command, responsible for defending the south-east of England.

✨Book Your Special Day at the Great Barn, Ruislip for 2027 & 2028✨The diaries are now open for ceremonies and celebratio...
14/10/2026

✨Book Your Special Day at the Great Barn, Ruislip for 2027 & 2028✨

The diaries are now open for ceremonies and celebrations at the beautiful Great Barn, one of Hillingdon's most historic and picturesque venues.

Whether you're planning a wedding ceremony, vow renewal, naming ceremony or milestone celebration, our team will help you create a bespoke event tailored to you.

💍Historic setting
🌿Beautiful surroundings
🎉Personalised celebrations
🤝Dedicated support every step of the way

Start planning your perfect occasion today. 2027 and 2028 dates available now! Get in touch with us at [email protected].

Is it too early to be thinking about Christmas... we certainly don't think so!Don't miss out on the packed schedule of e...
13/10/2026

Is it too early to be thinking about Christmas... we certainly don't think so!

Don't miss out on the packed schedule of events and activities across our heritage sites this festive period. All events are FREE Hillingdon Heritage Members!

🎅(22 Nov) Step into a world of Christmas magic at the historic Great Barn at Manor Farm. Get crafty, listen to festive stories, sing-a-long with Elsa, and meet Santa!
🍃(28 Nov) Make a festive wreath to take home whilst learning about the 12 Herbs of Christmas at Eastcote House Gardens. 16+
🎁(05 Dec) Celebrate the magic of wartime Christmas at the Battle of Britain Bunker with Keep Calm it's Christmas!
❄️(12 Dec) Join us in the Victorian parlour for an evening of festive ghost stories.

🔗Tickets are selling fast, so book now to avoid disappointment! https://buff.ly/uUKlySu

Did you know the 1908 Olympic Marathon - one of the most dramatic races in sporting history - passed right through the h...
12/10/2026

Did you know the 1908 Olympic Marathon - one of the most dramatic races in sporting history - passed right through the heart of Hillingdon?

At a time when the marathon was considered the Olympic Games' ultimate test of bravery and endurance, huge crowds gathered along the route. The New York Times described it as "a spectacle the like of which none living had ever seen", while local reports noted that "every available spot along the route was taken advantage of and a continuous line of onlookers was formed".

For the first nine miles, British runners dominated the field and coalminer Tom Lord briefly led the race through the Uxbridge area before being overtaken as the international challengers came through. Ruislip was the halfway point of the marathon, where the Middlesex Advertiser reported that "the village was absolutely besieged" by spectators eager to witness Olympic history.

Eastcote also enjoyed a historic moment, with local accounts claiming that "the first ever bus to come to Eastcote brought people to see the marathon".

The marathon ended in unforgettable fashion when Italian runner Dorando Pietri staggered into White City Stadium and collapsed repeatedly within sight of victory. After receiving assistance, he was disqualified, handing the gold medal to American Johnny Hayes. Pietri's courage won hearts around the world, and he was later presented with a special cup by Princess Alexandra.

Discover more local history at Hillingdon Museum and Archives – FREE entry open 7 days a week👉️ https://buff.ly/djgg9MP

Love local history? Become a Hillingdon Heritage Member and unlock a year of exclusive benefits!✅ Free tours at the Batt...
10/10/2026

Love local history? Become a Hillingdon Heritage Member and unlock a year of exclusive benefits!

✅ Free tours at the Battle of Britain Bunker, Manor Farm, The Great Barn & Eastcote House Gardens
✅ Priority access to special tours, events, talks and workshops
✅ 10% off food, drinks and gift shop purchases
✅ Unlimited entry to the Battle of Britain Bunker Visitor Centre & Exhibition
✅ Quarterly member newsletter

Best of all, your membership helps our work to protect and celebrate Hillingdon's rich heritage for future generations.

More information and sign-up here 👉️ https://buff.ly/sWk4Bea

Please note that Hillingdon Museum and Archives will be open for the reduced hours of 14:00-17:00 today, Saturday 10 Oct...
10/10/2026

Please note that Hillingdon Museum and Archives will be open for the reduced hours of 14:00-17:00 today, Saturday 10 October, due to an event.

🚨 This Weekend | Last Few Tickets! 🚨Join architecture and design expert Anke Boehme for a fascinating guided walk around...
09/10/2026

🚨 This Weekend | Last Few Tickets! 🚨
Join architecture and design expert Anke Boehme for a fascinating guided walk around Stockley Park, exploring one of the UK's most significant examples of high-tech architecture. 🏭
Discover the stories behind its striking buildings, innovative design, and remarkable transformation into a thriving business destination. Don't miss this chance to uncover the secrets of your local built heritage!
🎟️ Last few tickets remaining! 🔗 https://buff.ly/qpbBkNT
📅 Saturday 10 October- 11:00
📍 The Bridge, by The Arena Building, Stockley Park, London UB11 1AA
💷 £5 | FREE for Hillingdon Heritage Members

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