The Surrey Arts wardrobe has been a great facility for the community, however, changes we have seen over time have led to a reduction in use and income over the years. Despite making changes to the operating model and exploring different ways to deliver the service it has been concluded that the wardrobe is no longer financially sustainable. As a result, the decision has been made to close Surrey Arts Wardrobe and costumes are now no longer available to hire.
We are offering Surrey schools, charities and community groups the opportunity to come and view the collection, and take back pieces that may be helpful to support their projects and productions. (Please be aware that many of these items are historical pieces from the twentieth century, so may not meet the current Health and Safety fire regulations for materials).
Appointments can now be booked on the following dates:
Surrey state schools
24 to 27 September (open 9am to 4pm)
Book an appointment for a Surrey state school
Surrey private schools
1 to 4 October (open 9am to 4pm)
Book an appointment for a Surrey private school
Charities and community groups
8 to 11 October (open 9am to 4pm)
Book an appointment for charities and community groups
Public sale
Wednesday 30 October and Friday 1 November (open 9am to 5pm)
Book an appointment for public sale
Each appointment is for a maximum of two people from the same organisation. Please be mindful of what items you may require as items cannot be taken for resale. If you haven't received a confirmation email please go back into the booking system to ensure all steps have been completed.
Any remaining stock when the wardrobe closes will be given to charity or disposed of in a sustainable and environmentally friendly way.
We would like to thank our customers for their support over the years.
