We are thrilled to welcome “Positive Thinkers” (our Local Alzheimer’s Society support group) to the museum today. They will be auditing the accessibility of the museum which will then be sent to our Access Pillar Fundraising Strategy. It is our aim that the museum continues to be welcoming to all visitors whilst also helping us... (
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Something exciting is brewing at the Weald & Downland Living Museum for Sunday, 5 and Monday, 6 May. It’s the first Big Weekender event for 2019, our Spring Show – ‘The Good Life: Revive, Recycle, Restore’. The rural communities were the masters of up-cycling and sustainable living well before it ever became fashionable. Making the... (
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On Friday, 17 and Saturday 18 May the Weald & Downland Living Museum will open its doors from 8.45pm for pre-booked visitors to experience the atmospheric Museum at Night guided walks. These enchanting walks offer a truly out of the ordinary experience – you will be guided by lamplight to different spaces around the Museum,... (
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Easter activities for all the family at the Weald & Downland Living Museum, 8-22 April... (
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Mothering Sunday on 31 March is a fantastic time to visit us, with free entry for all mothers and grandmothers including a complimentary posy. The Museum is fun for all the family with a collection of 50 historic buildings to explore, plus demonstrations including brewing and baking in the authentic Tudor kitchen, period music, and... (
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Craftsmanship at its finest with a detailed and inspirational display of replica furniture from the ages. ‘Just Champion’: Replica furniture made for the Museum by Roger Champion since the 1970’s. The new exhibition is situated in the Michael Burton Gallery at the Weald & Downland Living Museum within the Longport Farmhouse and opened in February.... (
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Our wonderful Percheron horses Ollie, Olwyn and our 7-month-old foal Sampson (pictured) will be taking a short break from us here at the Museum, as it is time for Sampson to be weaned from his mother Olwyn. During this time away together, Olwyn and Ollie will both be undertaking some refresher training from mid-February onwards... (
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Turn off the TV, wrap up warm and head to the Weald & Downland Living Museum for some fantastic indoor and outdoor ‘hands-on’ fun this half term. From Monday 18 – Friday 22 February children of all ages can channel their excitement and energy into a range of creative challenges and countryside skills, including outdoor trails,... (
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On Saturday 30 March, you are invited to our Spring Teacher Preview Day to find out more about the Museum and what we offer for school groups. Enjoy free entry to our 40-acre site for you and up to two guests, as well as a welcome pack including free resources and refreshments on arrival. The... (
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Calling all schools Book now for a special day of literacy, drama and history activities during this year’s Shakespeare Week. In this full day of workshops your group will learn about everyday life in Shakespeare’s England and ‘As You Like It’. Suitable for KS2-KS3. The day will finish with a group performance to showcase the... (
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