2026 Programme of Events
Last Update 11th March 2026
Details of the Friends' events including those that we are attending, are listed here. All the money raised benefits the Water Tower and Historic Garden for the conservation and future restoration.
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Please Note
All events and openings are subject and are held at the Water Tower unless otherwise stated. If an event cannot go ahead due to provision of volunteers then money for tickets purchased will be refunded. |
Booking Slips
To book for an event please download the booking slip and return as details to the Secretary as detailed. |
April
Sunday 12th
First Opening of the Water Tower for the Season
Orangery Display: In Celebration of the Water Tower's Floral Tiles & Tulip Pyramid
Open from 2.30 - 5pm
Friday 17th
The Friends Quiz
Our first event of the season, it's the annual quiz night devised by Amanda Hill.
Enter a team of up to 4 people and test your knowledge?
Doors Open 7.15pm - Quiz starts at 7.30pm
Tickets £5 per person
Sunday 19th
First Opening of the Hermitage
Open from 2.30 - 4.30pm
Hermitage Tours are an additional £2 for an adult ticket
May
Friday 9th
In Memory of John Freeman
Reception by Invitation Only
June
Saturday 20th
Friends AGM - 2pm
followed at 3pm by
Talk: Catherine the Great: Anglo-Russian Garden Connections
Given by Michael Symes with a cream tea to follow
Friends - Free
Guest Ticket - £7 per person
Saturday 27th
Open in Support of CAOS. 11am - 5pm Free Entry
Sunday 28th
Open in Support of CAOS. 11am - 5pm Free Entry to Tower
Hermitage Tours at 2pm & 3pm - £2 per Adult (accompanying children free)
Friends AGM - 2pm
followed at 3pm by
Talk: Catherine the Great: Anglo-Russian Garden Connections
Given by Michael Symes with a cream tea to follow
Friends - Free
Guest Ticket - £7 per person
Saturday 27th
Open in Support of CAOS. 11am - 5pm Free Entry
Sunday 28th
Open in Support of CAOS. 11am - 5pm Free Entry to Tower
Hermitage Tours at 2pm & 3pm - £2 per Adult (accompanying children free)
July
Saturday 4th
Open in Support of CAOS. 11am - 5pm Free Entry
Sunday 5th
Open in Support of CAOS. 11am - 5pm Free Entry to Tower
Hermitage Tours at 2pm & 3pm - £2 per Adult (accompanying children free)
Sunday 19th
Carshalton House Opening
A rare chance to tour Carshalton House.
Please Note: London Borough of Sutton booking details are not yet available. Further information will be released closer to the event.
Open in Support of CAOS. 11am - 5pm Free Entry
Sunday 5th
Open in Support of CAOS. 11am - 5pm Free Entry to Tower
Hermitage Tours at 2pm & 3pm - £2 per Adult (accompanying children free)
Sunday 19th
Carshalton House Opening
A rare chance to tour Carshalton House.
Please Note: London Borough of Sutton booking details are not yet available. Further information will be released closer to the event.
August
Other than our regular Sunday openings, there are no specific events during August.
Why not hire the Water Tower? Maybe we can host your event?
September
London Open House Festival, Heritage Open Days and Wandle Fortnight
In support of the above events the Water Tower will be open with FREE ENTRY from 1pm - 5pm on
Saturday 12th - Sunday 13th - Sunday 20th
Teas Available for purchase
Saturday 26th
The Purcell Player bring a programme inspired by 18th Century Swedish Music.
Curated by Elizabeth, returning to her family roots, 4pm-6pm.
£15 per Adult Ticket with complimentary drink.
£5 for Under 18s
Sunday 28th
Last Opening of the Season of the Water Tower and Hermitage 2.30pm - 5pm
Hermitage Tours are an additional £2 for an adult ticket.
In support of the above events the Water Tower will be open with FREE ENTRY from 1pm - 5pm on
Saturday 12th - Sunday 13th - Sunday 20th
Teas Available for purchase
Saturday 26th
The Purcell Player bring a programme inspired by 18th Century Swedish Music.
Curated by Elizabeth, returning to her family roots, 4pm-6pm.
£15 per Adult Ticket with complimentary drink.
£5 for Under 18s
Sunday 28th
Last Opening of the Season of the Water Tower and Hermitage 2.30pm - 5pm
Hermitage Tours are an additional £2 for an adult ticket.
October
Friday 2nd
Time Past Tribute
a film show given by Paul Freeman taken from the archive of John Freeman, dipping into a selection of transport films over the years.
Doors open 7.15pm for a 7.30pm start
£5 per Ticket
Time Past Tribute
a film show given by Paul Freeman taken from the archive of John Freeman, dipping into a selection of transport films over the years.
Doors open 7.15pm for a 7.30pm start
£5 per Ticket
December
Friday 4th
Christmas Soiree
devised by Simone Guyonvarch with readings, music and seasonal light refreshment.
Doors open 7.15pm for a 7.30pm start
£10 per Ticket
Christmas Soiree
devised by Simone Guyonvarch with readings, music and seasonal light refreshment.
Doors open 7.15pm for a 7.30pm start
£10 per Ticket
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