The Sherborne nominated in the Muddy Awards 2026
We’re delighted to share that The Sherborne has been nominated for Best Arts, Culture & Theatre in the Muddy Awards 2026.
If you’ve visited us and enjoyed what you found here, whether through an exhibition, the house, a meal, a film, an event or simply a quiet hour in good company, we’d be hugely grateful for your nomination.
International Women’s Day at The Sherborne: Philanthropy, Leadership, and the Future of Culture
A celebration of the women who have shaped Sherborne House’s story — and the women leading The Sherborne forward today.
Sir James Thornhill at The Sherborne: Dorset’s Baroque showman on our staircase
If you’ve ever paused halfway up the staircase at The Sherborne and felt as though the house itself is telling you a story — you’re not imagining it. Above and around you is the work of Sir James Thornhill (1675–1734): a painter with a taste for drama, movement, and big ideas, whose mural is one of the defining features of Sherborne House and a rare survival of his work in a domestic setting.
Sherborne named one of Condé Nast Traveller’s best places to go in the UK in 2026
We’re delighted to see Condé Nast Traveller spotlight Sherborne in its round-up of the best places to go in the UK in 2026
We won a national “Quirky Loo” award (and honestly… we couldn’t be prouder)
There are some moments in life where you pause and think: yes — this is exactly the sort of thing we’d love to be known for.
So, here it is: The Sherborne has just won the “Quirky Award” at the Loo of the Year Awards 2026 ceremony — a national celebration of the very best “away-from-home” washrooms across the UK and Ireland.
Now Open at The Sherborne: Quentin Blake Takes Flight
There’s a brilliant new reason to visit The Sherborne — two Quentin Blake exhibitions are now open, alongside a newly conserved historic treasure returning to view.
Scrooge Live! at The Sherborne
A Christmas Carol returns to the very house where Dickens read.
On a cold December afternoon in 1854, Charles Dickens stood in Sherborne’s Literary and Scientific Institute and began to read: “Marley was dead: to begin with.”
A Remarkable Day for The Sherborne – Thank You, Sherborne Community!
Today was an unforgettable moment in our journey — The Sherborne was honoured with three awards at the Sherborne Business Awards.
Sherborne: Our Creative, Cultural Town on the Rise
Sherborne has been quietly gathering national attention — most recently highlighted by Condé Nast Traveller as one of England’s most exciting arts-focused staycation spots. For those of us who live and work here, this comes as no surprise.
The Sherborne Awarded Diamond Grade at the 2025 Loo of the Year Awards
We are absolutely thrilled to share some wonderful news… The Sherborne has been awarded a Diamond grade in the 2025 Loo of the Year Awards — the highest possible rating and a national recognition of excellence.
AJ Retrofit & Reuse Awards - Final Shortlist
The Architects Journal has announced the final shortlist for this year’s AJ Retrofit & Reuse Awards, and Sherborne House, designed by SPASE Architects, has been listed in the Positive Addition (£2 million and over) category.
Celebrating the Muddy Awards 2025: The Sherborne Makes the Regional Finals!
Thanks to the wonderful support of our visitors, friends, and local community, we made it all the way to the regional finals for Dorset, Somerset & Bristol — a huge achievement in such a thriving cultural landscape.
Sherborne Shines as One of the Best Places to Live in the Southwest
The Times has named Sherborne one of the best places to live in the Southwest — a recognition that truly reflects what those of us here already know: Sherborne is a place where heritage, creativity and community come together in a way that feels genuinely special.
Georgian Group's Architectural Awards
Sponsored by Savills, the 2024 Georgian Group's Architectural Awards revealed the winners in eight categories, showcasing exemplary conservation and restoration projects in the UK.
The Sherborne appoints its first CEO
We are delighted to announce that The Sherborne has appointed its first CEO, Liz Gilmore, who currently leads Hastings Contemporary in East Sussex.
Gromit Unleashed
A special someone has arrived at The Sherborne.
‘Feathers’ is one of the Aardman Animation Gromit sculptures painted by Bristol illustrator Dave Bain.
The Treasures of Sherborne
Word of The Macready Screen travelled quickly, and it was soon requested for display at the Scottish National Gallery of Modern Art in Edinburgh, where it featured in the recent exhibition Cut and Paste: 400 Years of Collage.