Museums & Galleries · Surrey
Egham Museum
📍 TW20 9EW
Photo: Mertbiol (CC0), via Wikimedia Commons
- Discover why King John sealed the Magna Carta at Runnymede
- Learn how Thomas Holloway made his fortune founding Holloway College
- See which Le Mans winning cars were built locally
- Explore local history from the Neolithic and Bronze Ages
- Housed in the historic Literary Institute building, 'The Lit'
Egham Museum is an independent community museum housed in the Literary Institute, a building dating from the late 18th century, on Egham High Street. It tells the story of Egham, Egham Hythe, Englefield Green, Thorpe and Virginia Water, from Neolithic and Bronze Age settlers through to the present day. You can find out what led King John to seal the Magna Carta at nearby Runnymede, how Thomas Holloway built his fortune and founded his namesake college, and which Le Mans-winning cars were built locally. It suits anyone interested in local heritage. The museum is close to Egham station, just 0.2 miles away, and there are 67 bookable places to stay within 5 miles, making it easy to combine with an overnight stay in the area.
Practical details
- Best for
- Local history enthusiasts and visitors curious about Magna Carta connections
From the attraction's own website on 13 Oct 2026 — check before you travel.
Facilities
- ✓ Bar
- ✓ Gift Shop
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