The Story of Emily
Newt Members enjoy free year-round entry. Pre-booking a time slot is required, then present a valid Newt membership on your app at the point of entry. By reserving your slots online, you are guaranteed to visit The Story of Emily on the day of your choice. No reservations are required for the Restaurant.
Discover the life of Emily Hobhouse.
Step back in time to 1875 and the Victorian world of the Hobhouse family, told through the restored rectory where Emily lived from her birth until she was 34 years old.
Experience the installations, animations, and virtual reality of the War Rooms museum, which honours the extraordinary impact Emily had on the events of the Anglo Boer War.
Taste a piece of history, while enjoying the view of the kitchen garden, in the restaurant which serves traditional South African food and wine with a lighter, healthier touch.