Epsom’s hospital cluster was the largest complex of its kind in Europe. Built for 10,000 patients from different areas of London. Opened in 1901 to final closure in 1997, the chapel’s role was to provide solace for people experiencing mental distress; as a place of worship and from 1961 also as a music therapy centre. The renovated Grade II listed Chapel, that retains many original features, is home to The Horton arts and heritage venue. It is the only original publicly accessible building remaining within Epsom’s historic 1000-acre psychiatric hospital site. The Horton is open to the public five days a week, Tuesday to Saturday plus evenings and other specific dates for events.
Historic Interest
Epsom’s hospital cluster was the largest complex of its kind in Europe. Built for 10,000 patients from different areas of London. The Horton is a arts centre in the old chapel.
Horton, Epsom