{"id":4,"date":"2019-03-02T09:36:45","date_gmt":"2019-03-02T09:36:45","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.moleseyhistorysociety.org\/mlhs\/?page_id=4"},"modified":"2026-09-07T19:46:43","modified_gmt":"2026-09-07T19:46:43","slug":"welcome","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/moleseyhistorysociety.org\/mlhs\/","title":{"rendered":"Welcome"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Welcome to Molesey Local History Society<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

East and West Molesey lie south of the River Thames close to Hampton Court Palace in North East Surrey (see map<\/a>). The Mole and Ember rivers flow through Molesey before joining the Thames. All three rivers have played an important part in shaping the area’s rich history.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The main aim of the Society is to awaken and foster an interest in the history of Molesey. We hold a wide variety of talks and events in and around Molesey, including Hampton Court Palace.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

We conduct our own research and try to hold at least one meeting a year based on work carried out by members. This year we are looking into the works and life of Edward Potterton. A presentation of our findings will be made in our November meeting.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Regular newsletters keep our members informed of all our forthcoming events as well as giving other interesting information about our local history.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

We would be delighted to hear from anyone with an interest in the history of Molesey. You can get in touch by clicking contact us<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

If you would like to join the Society, click membership<\/a> for details. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

LATEST NEWS and information<\/strong> <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Our next public meeting is on <\/strong>: <\/h1>\n\n\n\n

West Horsley Place to Wednesday 16th September at 8 p.m<\/strong><\/h1>\n\n\n\n
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.West Horsley Place is an unknown royal palace, with many royal connections
as well as links to politicians, high society – and traitors! This talk will explore
the remarkable history of this venerable Grade I listed manor house as well as
its architectural gems, its links to the film and TV world, and its new life and
ambitions under the West Horsley Place Trust which now owns the House. Ed
Criswick, is a volunteer guide at the property and also undertakes
conservation and outreach activities for the Trust.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

8.0 pm at St Paul\u2019s Church<\/strong>, Church Road, East Molesey – Entrance Members \u00a31 and non-members \u00a33<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Full details can be found of ALL events on our Events Page<\/strong><\/h1>\n\n\n\n

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We now have our latest book for sale<\/strong> which will be available at all meetings<\/strong><\/h1>\n\n\n\n

Hampton Court Bridges through the ages<\/strong><\/h1>\n\n\n\n

This beautifully illustrated book details the design and construction of the four bridges, from the first dating from the 18th<\/sup> century to the fourth which crosses the river today. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Please email us at – enquiries@moleseyhistorysociety.org<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

If you would like a copy and we shall make delivery arrangements.<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Limited number of copies available now<\/strong> from the MLHS –<\/strong> \u00a310<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

(We can also mail at \u00a313\/copy)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Please email us at: enquiries@moleseyhistorysociety.org<\/a>  and we will respond as soon as possible, should there be any comments that you wish to make.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Welcome to Molesey Local History Society East and West Molesey lie south of the River Thames close to Hampton Court Palace in North East Surrey (see map). The Mole and Ember rivers flow through Molesey before joining the Thames. All three rivers have played an important part in shaping the area’s rich history. The main aim … <\/p>\n

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