Normansfield affords excellent accommodation...In the house is a fine theatre for dramatic performances, concerts and dances.
Commissioner's Report 1882
Exquisite Victorian splendour in the heart of South West London
Normansfield was founded as a hospital by Dr John Langdon Down in 1868. Both John and his wife, Mary, had a great love of the theatre with a passion to pass this onto future generations. And so the building of Normansfield Theatre commenced in 1877. The entertainment hall was of grand splendour with proscenium stages, notable architectural ornament and exquisite design which was uncommonly ambitious of the time.
Extreme rarity and
historical importance
Following much restoration work over the years Normansfield once again became open for Theatrical use and today stages a range of productions and events. The Grade II* listed building is also home to the largest collection of fully restored Victorian scenery in the UK.
Events
Open House Festival
Sep 2025
Join us for a rare opportunity to explore our stunning historic theatre.
Rose Opera Italian Operas
May & June
Rose Opera return for four performances of great Italian operas.
Classes
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Unlock the Artist within you
11 week course: Thursdays 10am - 1pm & 2pm - 4.30pm
This carefully constructed creative course for three 11 week term classes based on the student’s individual progression in drawing and painting. The course is designed…
Yoga with Szepesi
Saturdays 9am - 10am
Join us every Saturday at 9am for an hour of creative yoga flow. We will work on strength, drills, flowing effortlessly on our mat and much more.
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