Marking the traditional beginning of the agricultural year, Plough Monday, observed on the first Monday after Epiphany, offers a vivid…
Twelfth Night, the traditional end of the Twelve Days of Christmas, is a captivating and often overlooked celebration rooted in…
As Tree Dressing Day draws near, it can be interesting to ask ourselves this question: have you ever looked at…
Advent calendars. They are everywhere at this time of year. From the classic chocolate ones in their various flavours and…
This year marks a very special milestone for us here at the Weald & Downland Living Museum: our 55th anniversary.…
When we think of Britain’s interwar years, we often picture the roaring twenties or the austerity of the thirties, but…
When most people think of Halloween today, they imagine carved pumpkins, spooky costumes, and trick-or-treating. Yet beneath these modern trappings…
Michaelmas, the feast of St. Michael and All Angels, was one of the most important festivals in the medieval English…
Culture is built on the practices and characteristics that make a place unique. For thousands of years and countless generations,…
Nestled in the heart of the South Downs National Park, the Weald & Downland Living Museum tells the stories of…
As part of our collection here at the Museum, stands the Joiners’ Shop from Witley. While a fascinating building in…
Toys have long played a vital role in the lives of children, providing not only entertainment but also education, socialisation,…
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