Episode 2 of 3

Official Opening by Queen Victoria

When: 1886
Where: Egham
Part of: Event of 1886: The Royal Holloway College for women is opened by Queen Victoria

Queen Victoria officially opened Royal Holloway College in 1886, granting the use of 'Royal' in its name.

The Founder's Building, now Grade I listed, was inaugurated in 1886. Queen Victoria's presence marked the college's formal start as an all-women institution. The chapel was completed in the same year, signifying the completion of major construction phases.

Sources

Royal Holloway, University of London Wikipedia, revision of 2026-09-27

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