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Happy World Bee Day! 🐝This day is dedicated to raising awareness of the vital role bees and other pollinators play in un...
20/05/2026

Happy World Bee Day! 🐝

This day is dedicated to raising awareness of the vital role bees and other pollinators play in underpinning our food systems, biodiversity and healthy ecosystems.

Today, habitat loss, pesticides, intensive agriculture and climate change are putting these essential pollinators at risk.

World Bee Day encourages positive change through education, stronger environmental policies and sustainable beekeeping practices 💛

We have our Bumblebee Weekend coming up on 20th–21st June, in partnership with the Bumblebee Conservation Trust, so make sure to visit and learn all about these lovely creatures and their connection to Charles Darwin.

📸 Sheree Dodd

A beautiful shot of the bluebells at Down House 💜📸 Rob Coate, Senior Gardener
15/05/2026

A beautiful shot of the bluebells at Down House 💜

📸 Rob Coate, Senior Gardener

On 11th May 1820, 206 years ago today, HMS Beagle was launched at Woolwich ⚓Charles Darwin joined Lieutenant Robert Fitz...
11/05/2026

On 11th May 1820, 206 years ago today, HMS Beagle was launched at Woolwich ⚓

Charles Darwin joined Lieutenant Robert FitzRoy for the Beagle’s second voyage from 1831 to 1836. It was during and after this voyage that Darwin began formulating his theory of evolution.

Although it took Darwin two decades to publish On the Origin of Species (1859), it was thanks to the discoveries and observations he made aboard the Beagle that we have this deeply influential and groundbreaking book 💭

Save the date! 💙On Saturday 16th May, join evolutionary biologist and Darwin scholar James Costa and historian of scienc...
08/05/2026

Save the date! 💙

On Saturday 16th May, join evolutionary biologist and Darwin scholar James Costa and historian of science Elizabeth Yale for a fascinating exploration of Charles Darwin’s The Descent of Man.

Drawing on their new annotated edition of the landmark work, they’ll discuss Darwin’s ideas on human evolution and s*xual selection, the influence of Alfred Russel Wallace, and the book’s impact on science and society.

Tickets can be booked on our website, or via the link in the comments - we can't wait to see you there!

Wishing Sir David Attenborough a very happy 100th birthday from all the staff and volunteers at Down House 💛Click the fi...
08/05/2026

Wishing Sir David Attenborough a very happy 100th birthday from all the staff and volunteers at Down House 💛

Click the first link in the comments to listen to the newest episode of the English Heritage Podcast, featuring our curator Sabrina Villani.

The episode explores nature, Charles Darwin, and the ways natural history has been shaped, all against the backdrop of David Attenborough celebrating his 100th birthday.

Happy birthday to Emma Darwin 🤍Born on 2 May 1808, Emma was a devoted wife to Charles Darwin and mother to ten children,...
02/05/2026

Happy birthday to Emma Darwin 🤍

Born on 2 May 1808, Emma was a devoted wife to Charles Darwin and mother to ten children, three of whom sadly died young. She remains central to the story and legacy of Down House.

Today, we have laid flowers on her grave at St Mary’s Church in Downe to remember the profound impact she had and to honour her memory.

At Down House, this weekend is all about celebrating Emma Darwin.

There are numerous talks and activities to enjoy throughout the weekend. For more information, please see the pinned post on our page.

30/04/2026

Chilling out in Darwin's beautiful garden with the sun shining, paired with some smooth jazz in honour of , is the perfect way to spend the afternoon! 🎷

29/04/2026

In honour of International Dance Day, here are our tulips waltzing in the wind 🌷

A beautiful Common Brimstone 🦋
25/04/2026

A beautiful Common Brimstone 🦋

Today is Earth Day 🌎Each year, the urgency for change to protect our planet grows. Today is about reminding ourselves of...
22/04/2026

Today is Earth Day 🌎

Each year, the urgency for change to protect our planet grows. Today is about reminding ourselves of this fact and standing together, not just for a brighter future, but for a secure one.

"Our world needs transformational change. It’s time for the world to hold sectors accountable for their role in our environmental crisis while also calling for bold, creative, and innovative solutions. This will require action at all levels, from business and investment to city and national government. That’s where you come in: As an individual, you yield real power and influence as a consumer, a voter, and a member of a community that can unite for change."

- Earth Day Organisation

To learn more, support the cause, or get involved, follow the link in the comments 💚

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