Ringwood Meeting House & History Centre

Ringwood Meeting House & History Centre Ringwood Meeting House was built in 1727 by the Dissenters/ Presbyterians, and later used by the Unitarians. We are also Dementia Aware accredited.

'Where people meet people'
- Regular Exhibitions & Events (available for hire)
- Ringwood's Museum and 'The Community Archive'
- Light refreshments: tea/coffee, teacakes, etc & licensed bar
- All welcome: Dementia friendly, family friendly, dogs on leads The building was saved from demolition in 1970 and is now in the care of the Ringwood Meeting House Association Limited, a registered charity. After refurbishment it was awarded a Grade II* listing being one of the most complete buildings of it's kind. As far as possible the original architectural features including the box pews were reinstated /retained. The Meeting House is now, with its archive of photographs and articles, the official history centre of Ringwood. Exhibitions are held throughout the year, many are about local history while others support local groups,charities and artists A large scale 'tithe' map and various artefacts are on permanent display in the upper gallery. A variety of concerts and other events are held, from bluegrass to male voice choir, including twice monthly jazz concerts. The building's wonderful natural acoustics make for a perfect venue for live music. All are welcome to look around the building, browse the archives or just sit and have a cuppa and chat with friends. Note The building and forecourt are available for hire and we have licences for live music , sell alcohol and hold weddings.

30/09/2026
30/09/2026

Join us next week for a poetry evening - share your own, just sit and listen, bring one to be read by someone else. It's up to you! See you there!

🗓 Monday 5th October (every 1st Monday of the month)
⏰ 7.30pm start
🍺 Licensed Bar
🎟 £5 on the door (cash/card)

We are so pleased to welcome back the RINGWOOD PHOTOGRAPHY CLUB EXHIBITION for they're Autumn display here from 29th Sep...
29/09/2026

We are so pleased to welcome back the RINGWOOD PHOTOGRAPHY CLUB EXHIBITION for they're Autumn display here from 29th September - 29th October 2026.

We are delighted to be hosting the wonderful and brilliant collection of stunning photographs, showing pictures of wildlife, landscapes and structures, still life and action shots and many many more - have a browse, have a coffee, sit & relax. Take some time out for yourself in our serene building

COME ON IN & SEE FOR YOURSELF - Free entry

29/09/2026

☕ Fancy helping us out at the archive?

We are home to 'The Community Archive' of Ringwood and surrounding areas. Our volunteers are currently digitising & organising documents, photographs, stories and more... but we need some help! You don't need to be a historian or tech wizard - just a willingness to type and some simple computer skills.

If you have a few hours to spare in the week - please contact John on 07774876995 or pop in on Tuesdays/Thursday at 10am-12pm to chat with us. Let us know if you have any questions - and we'll see you soon 😊

'Magnificent Mosaics - Windows into the Colourful Roman World'Join us for this talk by Chris Bradley, click the link for...
28/09/2026

'Magnificent Mosaics - Windows into the Colourful Roman World'

Join us for this talk by Chris Bradley, click the link for tickets and more info - we look forward to seeing you there!

🎟 Tickets here: https://www.ticketsource.com/ringwood-meeting-house-and-history-centre

🗓Sat 10th oct
⏰2pm-3pm
☕ Refreshments available
♿ Accessible venue

Buy tickets for Ringwood Meeting house and History Centre's upcoming events. Click the link for further information and to secure your tickets now!

Day 5 of the last week of this years 'Float'n through the Years' posters and here is Friday's edition being 1 more from ...
25/09/2026

Day 5 of the last week of this years 'Float'n through the Years' posters and here is Friday's edition being 1 more from the early 2000's, plus a thank you & acknowledgement to all those who have contributed photo's to help portray this display.

The in-house exhibition finishes tomorrow Saturday 26th to complete the journey up to the early 2000's

I do hope everyone has enjoyed this Exhibition whether in personal visit or by this social medium.
Now what's for next year's Carnival Exhibition.... suggestions on a "postcard" or [email protected]

Join us for our poetry evening - share your own, share a poem you love, just sit and listen or bring a poem to be read b...
25/09/2026

Join us for our poetry evening - share your own, share a poem you love, just sit and listen or bring a poem to be read by someone else. It's up to you - we'll see you there!

🗓 Monday 5th October
⏰ 7.30pm start
🍺 Licensed Bar
🎟 £5 on the door (cash/card)

Day 4 of the last week of this years 'Float'n through the Years' posters and here is Thursday's edition 2 more from the ...
24/09/2026

Day 4 of the last week of this years 'Float'n through the Years' posters and here is Thursday's edition 2 more from the being the early 2000's
The in-house exhibition finishes this Saturday 26th to continue the journey up to the 2000's, (& something extra to finish off) for those who are unable to visit in person

Day 3 of the last week of this years 'Float'n through the Years' posters and here is Wednesday's edition 1 more from the...
23/09/2026

Day 3 of the last week of this years 'Float'n through the Years' posters and here is Wednesday's edition 1 more from the late 90's

The in-house exhibition finishes this Saturday 26th to continue the journey up to the 2000's, (& something extra to finish off) for those who are unable to visit in person.

Day 2 of the last week of this years 'Float'n through the Years' posters and here is Tuesday's edition 1 more from the m...
22/09/2026

Day 2 of the last week of this years 'Float'n through the Years' posters and here is Tuesday's edition 1 more from the mid to late 90's …..

The in-house exhibition finishes this Saturday 26th to continue the journey up to the 2000's, (& something extra to finish off) for those who are unable to visit in person.

See if you can spot those you remember, those you had forgotten and everyone in between from the early 1900's through to 2000's

Address

22 Meeting House Lane
Ringwood
BH241EY

Opening Hours

Monday 10am - 12pm
Tuesday 10am - 12pm
Wednesday 10am - 2:30pm
Thursday 10am - 12pm
Friday 10am - 12pm
Saturday 10am - 12pm

Telephone

01425 480656

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