Old records mostly wrote about men: kings, lords and priests. That doesn't mean women weren't here! These are women connected to Shepperton that we know about. Can you find out about more?
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Queen Elizabeth I
Owned a manor here
Halliford Manor, which dates back to at least the 1200s, became royal property. Elizabeth I was one of its owners.
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Dame Maggie Smith
1934–2024
A stage is named after her
An actress whose career on stage and screen lasted eight decades, winning two Academy Awards. In May 2026, Shepperton Studios named one of its stages in her honour.
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Liv Dawson
born 1998
Born here
A pop singer-songwriter. She was born in Shepperton.
As well as Elizabeth I, Halliford Manor was held by the wives of King Charles I and King Charles II. Our source doesn't give their names.