Elmbridge since 1900

Trade and Industry
Discover the area’s neglected industrial heritage. Elmbridge made bricks for London, statues for the Empire and bombers for the RAF.

Film Making
Why was Walton known as Little Hollywood? Because as early as 1899 Cecil Hepworth set up a film studio in the town.

Life Before WWI
For many a period of pleasant living, for others long hours in domestic service.

War
The 1st and 2nd World Wars and their massive effect on the people of Elmbridge.

Education
During the 19th Century a free state-run education system evolved. Learn about the effect this had on the schooling of thousands of local children.

Elmbridge Since 1945
Learn how Elmbridge has developed since the end of WWII. Particular emphasis on the local fire brigades and the Great Flood of 1968.