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Weald & Downland Living Museum Be part of something historic… discover 1,000 years of history in our 40 acre rural Museum! Follow us on Instagram and Twitter
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Be part of something historic and discover Sussex rural history through the seasons, in the heart of the picturesque South Downs. See what rural living was like with over a 1,000 years of history to explore, and over 50 relocated historic houses covering the 40 acre site.

Sunshine Sunday with Aaron and his familiar
18/10/2026

Sunshine Sunday with Aaron and his familiar

16/10/2026

With the days drawing in, we’re starting to get ready for a little scaring… 🍂👻

Old skills. New hands.Did you know you can do more than watch traditional skills in action at the Museum? You can learn ...
14/10/2026

Old skills. New hands.

Did you know you can do more than watch traditional skills in action at the Museum? You can learn them too.

Turn wood. Work flax. Brew for winter. Make rag rugs. Dye with indigo.

Come and see how it’s done, then get hands-on with one of our autumn courses.

MAKE THE MOST OF AUTUMN.
Find a hands-on course your like and book your place: https://buff.ly/6bkQIEr

✨ Bring history to life at our next Home Education Days!Our monthly Home Education Days are designed especially for curi...
13/10/2026

✨ Bring history to life at our next Home Education Days!

Our monthly Home Education Days are designed especially for curious minds and creative hands, with practical activities, crafts and workshops that make learning about the past fun and memorable.

🎲 Tudor Fun and Games – Wednesday 21 October
Step into Tudor England and discover how people entertained themselves 500 years ago. Try your hand at traditional Tudor games, get stuck into themed crafts and even make your own Tudor game to take home.

🌿 Magic and Medicine – Wednesday 25 November
Explore the fascinating world of Anglo-Saxon healing, medicine and herbal remedies. Discover the beliefs and treatments of the period, enjoy Saxon-inspired crafts and help create a traditional healing balm using an authentic recipe.

Our Home Education Days are aimed at children aged 4–13, with activities delivered at Key Stage 1 and 2 level and plenty of flexibility for different ages and learning styles. Accompanying adults are there to support children where needed.

🏛️ Hands-on history
🎨 Creative activities
📚 Learning outside the classroom
✨ A whole day of discovery at the Museum

Whether your young historian loves games, crafts, science or simply finding out how people lived in the past, there’s plenty to explore.

🎟️ Find out more and book your place on our website: https://buff.ly/hhjJDYv

13/10/2026

Autumn is here. The rain has begun. Pause and mark the changing of the seasons.

Step inside the home of BBC’s The Repair Shop 📺️ 🔨If you’ve ever watched treasured objects being carefully restored on T...
13/10/2026

Step inside the home of BBC’s The Repair Shop 📺️ 🔨

If you’ve ever watched treasured objects being carefully restored on The Repair Shop, this is your chance to see the famous workshop for yourself.

On selected dates throughout the year, Court Barn opens its doors to Museum visitors, giving you the opportunity to step inside the iconic filming location, explore the familiar setting and see where some of the programme’s most memorable transformations take place.

📺 Next opening: Wednesday, 14 October
🕙 10am–4pm
🎟️ Included with general Museum admission

Court Barn will be open throughout the day, subject to volunteer availability.

Whether you’re a devoted Repair Shop fan or simply curious to see behind the scenes of one of Britain’s best-loved television programmes, make sure you add Court Barn to your visit.

Come and see where the magic happens.

🎟️ Book your Museum tickets here: https://buff.ly/G3TBxJs

MEDICAL ADVICE HAS IMPROVED. THANKFULLY.Toothache? Fever? Feeling a little… plagued?Four hundred years ago, the cure cou...
12/10/2026

MEDICAL ADVICE HAS IMPROVED. THANKFULLY.

Toothache? Fever? Feeling a little… plagued?

Four hundred years ago, the cure could sometimes sound worse than the complaint.

Get ready for October Half Term. We’re heading back through history.

WOULD YOU RISK THE CURE?
Plagues & Potions | 24 October–1 November

Gather your courage and plan your Half Term visit: https://buff.ly/eCTXWSG

What an incredible day at the museum with the wonderful women of the Weald Conference! A day of inspiration, connection...
11/10/2026

What an incredible day at the museum with the wonderful women of the Weald Conference! A day of inspiration, connection, discoveries and conversations.

It was incredible to bring everyone together to celebrate women’s achievements and create memories in the epic Gridshell.

Celebrating women, sharing stories and continuing to inspire one another!
WomenSupportingWomen Inspiration MakingMemories

Historic spaces, green landscapes, and shared experiences can have a powerful impact on wellbeing.This World Mental Heal...
10/10/2026

Historic spaces, green landscapes, and shared experiences can have a powerful impact on wellbeing.

This World Mental Health Day, take time to slow down, reconnect with nature, and explore the peaceful surroundings of the Weald & Downland Living Museum.

WOMEN BEHIND HISTORY. Here at the Weald and Downland we have some brilliant woman behind the history.Researchers. Makers...
09/10/2026

WOMEN BEHIND HISTORY.
Here at the Weald and Downland we have some brilliant woman behind the history.

Researchers. Makers. Teachers. Volunteers. Students. Experts.

This Saturday, Women of the Weald & Downland will bring those generations together for a day of listening, learning and sharing - passing on stories, knowledge and good advice.

Are you a woman of the Weald and Downland? Or would like to be?

Come and be part of the conversation.

Women of the Weald & Downland | Saturday 10 October
In partnership with ChichestHER / The Novium Museum

Find out more and book: https://buff.ly/kFaWvYl

Address

Town Lane, Singleton
Chichester
PO180EU

Opening Hours

Monday 10am - 5pm
Tuesday 10am - 5pm
Wednesday 10am - 5pm
Thursday 10am - 5pm
Friday 10am - 5pm
Saturday 10am - 5pm
Sunday 10am - 4pm

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01243811363

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