Discover Hersham: village character and leisure activities

Getting your bearings in Hersham for your stay

During a stay in Hersham, you can explore three themes: open spaces, architectural and commemorative history, and leisure activities. They are quite distinct. The Hersham Village Conservation Area is shaped in large part by several open spaces; St Peter’s Church represents architectural history, while the Hersham Memorial Cross, as a war memorial, has its own commemorative history. Golf and regular events are also on offer.

Open spaces and village character

The open spaces that contribute significantly to the character of the Hersham Village Conservation Area include The Green, Back Green, The Memorial Gardens and Vaux Mead. Together, they shape the area, so its character is not defined solely by individual buildings or monuments. Open spaces are themselves an important consideration. If you are interested in the character of the Conservation Area, you can consider these four named spaces as a group.

Architectural history and remembrance

St Peter’s Church was built in 1887 and is a Grade II listed building. The year it was built and its listing category offer two different points of reference: 1887 identifies when it was built, while Grade II denotes its listed status. If you are interested in Hersham’s architectural history, these details help you place the church in its historical context and understand its protection status. This is a different historical perspective from that of the Hersham Memorial Cross, which is associated with war and later remembrance.

The Hersham Memorial Cross is a First World War memorial dating from 1920, unveiled on 7 November 1920. Later additions commemorate the Second World War. The memorial is a six-metre-high Latin cross made of Hoptonwood stone. Its purpose, date and design complement one another: the First World War identifies the original commemorative context, the additions extend the remembrance to the Second World War, and the cross shape and material provide further specific details. The distinction is important when placing them in time: 1887 is the church’s year of construction, while 7 November 1920 is the unveiling date of the Memorial Cross.

Explore the leisure options

Safari Adventure Golf offers an entertaining learning experience across 18 holes. Hersham Golf Club recommends booking your tee time in advance. These provide different points to consider when planning: Safari Adventure Golf focuses on an 18-hole learning experience, while at the Golf Club you need to plan the timing of your round. Hersham Sports & Social Club regularly hosts bingo, live music, open-mic nights, karaoke, discos and dance classes; these events are also open to non-members. This lets you distinguish between leisure options according to whether you are looking for a golf experience or entertainment at an event. If you have a particular evening in mind, check the specific event dates when planning.

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