16 September 2023
The Art of Hurdle Making
One of the endangered crafts we pledge to protect here at the Museum is Hurdle Making. Originating in the Early Medieval times in the south of England, hurdles are moveable…
27 July 2023
From Flax to Linen
Did you know flax was traditionally grown in the weald and downland area to produce linen, that would have been used for clothing and in the home. At the Weald…
18 July 2023
Titchfield Market Hall unveiled
Last month we were delighted to unveil Titchfield Market Hall, following an extensive project to repair and conserve this historical building. Significant research and preparation took place prior to the…
3 July 2023
Renovating the Winkhurst Oven with Jon Roberts
The Winkhurst Tudor Kitchen is an early-16th century building where demonstrations take place, showing how food was prepared and cooked in the 1500s. The Tudor kitchen originally formed part of…
22 June 2023
Best Family Attraction in Sussex
We're delighted to announce that we have been voted as best Family Attraction in Sussex for the second year running in the regional Muddy Stilettos awards. As winners, we will…
20 June 2023
Endangered heritage crafts, brought to life
From Sussex trug making and hurdle making to flint walling and block printing, our Museum hosts some of the most varied heritage craft courses in the country. We work closely…
7 June 2023
Volunteers Week: Phil Cox
With a passion for the Museum that goes back some years, and a desire to volunteer in a place he loved after early retirement, Phil explains how he got the…
6 June 2023
Volunteers Week: Judy Herbert
To celebrate our incredible team of volunteers, we interviewed one of our dedicated team members, Judy Herbert. With over 20 years’ experience at the Weald & Downland Living Museum, Judy…
5 June 2023
Volunteers Week: Jeff Ayling
Volunteer Jeff Ayling is a passionate carpenter and loves being able to work with his hands at the Museum. Here Jeff shares his reasons for becoming a volunteer and some…
4 June 2023
Volunteers Week: Penny Spence
Penny has been volunteering with us for 20 years, with a wealth of experience across the Museum. Now either at the Mill or in the shop, Penny has found that…
3 June 2023
Volunteers Week: Tony Eden
Tony Eden, along with his wife, Anne, has been volunteering at the Weald & Downland Living Museum for just over 10 years, following their decision to retire from teaching. Tony…
