Surrey theatre built from ruins of psychiatric hospital named one of Britain's best

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        September 17, 2026

Surrey theatre built from ruins of psychiatric hospital named one of Britain's best

Good Morning Surrey — 2026-09-17

The theatre has gone from being named 'at risk' to being recognised at a national level.
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Surrey theatre built from ruins of psychiatric hospital named one of Britain's best
• The theatre has gone from being named 'at risk' to being recognised at a national level.
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