Join us for our exciting exhibition, Magna Carta 1225 – 2025: 800th Anniversary Exhibition 

Opening Hours:
Wednesdays to Fridays, 11 am – 4 pm (last entry 3.30pm)
Free entry, no booking required

Join us for a unique opportunity to explore the legacy of Magna Carta (1225) and the Charter of the Forest, marking 800 years since its reissue by Henry III – the version enshrined in English law. This free exhibition brings together rare and significant manuscripts, offering fresh insights into their impact on law, governance, land, and society.  Magna Carta, one of the most important documents in history, has influenced legal and human rights systems worldwide, from the French Revolution to the United States Constitution and the United Nations’ Declaration of Human Rights.

Learning & Outreach Programme (1 April 2025 – 31 March 2026)

We are delivering free educational sessions for state school students and community groups, exploring the continued relevance of Magna Carta and the Charter of the Forest.

For more details, contact: Dr Michelle Johansen, Learning & Outreach Manager, [email protected].

Legacy & Digital Access

In collaboration with Classics for All, we are creating freely accessible digital versions of the Charters to support study and research for future generations.

This project is made possible with the generous support of the National Lottery Heritage Fund, The John R. Murray Charitable Trust and The Company of Arts Scholars.

For press enquiries, please get in touch with Silke Lohmann at [email protected].

This exhibition is kindly supported by:

The John R. Murray Charitable Trust

Edward Harvist Trust Fund

The Worshipful Company of Arts Scholars