2023 marks the 200th Anniversary of Reigate Tunnel in Tunnel Road, Reigate. This unique building is the oldest road tunnel in the UK and a truly unique landmark. Reigate Tunnel was commissioned by Earl Somers and built in 1823 by William Constable.
Reigate Business Guild are celebrating this unique anniversary with a number of events including an art competition and exhibition in Reigate Tunnel which will also include a history of Reigate Tunnel. The artwork submitted for the competition and History Boards will appear in an exhibition in Reigate Tunnel from June to September 2023.
Details of the celebration weekend held on 8th and 9th July are set out below.A link to the Reigate Tunnel 200 Short Film will be added shortly.
REIGATE TUNNEL 200
CELEBRATION WEEKEND
8 & 9 JULY 2023
To celebrate the 200 years of Reigate Tunnel, we are holding a celebration weekend
Saturday 8 July
All Day
Reigate Tunnel 200 Art Exhibition in Reigate Tunnel
12pm – 5pm
Market in Tunnel Road
12pm – 10pm
Food, drink & ice cream van
12pm – 5pm
Family fun – face painting & crafts
5pm – 9:15pm
Live music
9:15pm
Outdoor screening of Reigate Tunnel 200, a short film in Tunnel Road
Sunday 9 July
All Day
Reigate Tunnel 200 Art Exhibition in Reigate Tunnel