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Welcome to Elstree & Borehamwood Museum

Elstree and Borehamwood Museum is an independent local history museum which opened its doors in 2000. It evolved out of a community history project with a small collection of objects and photographs. Run entirely by volunteers, the museum has acquired a large collection of items leading to the production of themed displays, talks, workshops for schools and local community groups and answering a busy enquiry service.

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Latest News

The Making Of A Thirties Film

100 Years of Elstree Studios - Part Six

It's easy to concentrate on recent happenings at Elstree Studios. Memories of film-making seem to begin at Star Wars and Indiana Jones these days. But when the Studios have been going for 100 years, there are many stories hidden away and ripe for exploration. Take this film from 1935 called I Give My Heart. One of the many 'quota quickies' ...

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Dennis Wheatley Visits Elstree Studios

100 Years of Elstree Studios - Part Five

Dennis meets Christopher

We've mentioned before special visits to Elstree Studios by royalty and literary giants. This time we have a visit from a master storyteller of the black magic arts, who just happened to have two films in production from his books.  On Friday 15 September 1967 Dennis Wheatley visited the studios when The Devil Rides Out ...

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The Story Of Aldenham Reservoir

Now in stock, and a mere £3, is our new booklet The Story Of Aldenham Reservoir by John Cartledge. Including the complete history of our local man-made lake from its inception - why was it built? how was it built? who built it? - right through its many problems up to today's uncertain future. The booklet contains original drawings and maps, colour photos, press cuttings, artists impressions, and more. If you ever had questions ...

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