The Expansion of Old Amersham (1302)
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Start dateMay 25 2025 -
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Time02:30 pm -
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LocationHP7 0DP -
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PriceSeniors/Adults £6.50, Under 18s Free
Discover the historic buildings and the interesting stories of the people who lived in and shaped Amersham in the past. Explore the workhouses, coaching inns and 18th and 19th century travel, social housing, cottage industries, and Post War development from Brazils factory to Tesco, the Gas Works to offices, the Bus Garage to retirement homes, and the Workhouse to the hospital.
To investigate earlier history of Amersham, you can book the Explore Old Amersham’s Early History walk on either Sunday 18 May or Sunday 1 June.
If you can’t join this walk during the Festival, note that it runs fortnightly through to the end of October. Further details and pre-booking on our website.
Additional information
Amersham Museum is open from 12noon to 4.30pm (additional charge). There are plenty of cafes and pubs in Old Amersham for refreshments.
Kieran McPolin, Amersham Museum. Amersham Museum.
Meet at Amersham Museum, 49-51 High Street, Amersham HP7 0DP.
Free parking is available on the High Street, or there is a payable car park just off the Broadway, about 300m from the Museum.
1.5 miles
Short walks (up to 3 miles)
1h 30 mins
Easy (pretty flat, good paths)
Gentle
20
Yes (The walk is on pavements around Amersham Old Town. However, these are narrow and uneven with cobbles in places, so not ideal for wheelchairs and mobility scooters. Please get in touch if you would like to know more.
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Yes (Children are welcome if they have an interest in local history, and would enjoy a 90 minute walk packed full of information.)
Yes (https://amershammuseum.org/visit/find-us/
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