Six Weeks of unlimited visits - from 27 July to 4 September

With A Summer Adventure Pass

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Selected Dates

Summer Open Air Theatre

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Saturday 18 & Sunday 19 July

Living History: Victorian Life

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31 July to 3 August

Lammas Fayre

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Get Outdoors

This Summer

 

Keeping Rural Life Alive

Welcome to the Weald & Downland Living Museum

Step into 1,000 years of rural life and discover a place where history comes alive. Explore over 50 rescued historic buildings, meet traditional craftspeople, discover working demonstrations and uncover the stories of the people who shaped our countryside.

This is a hands-on, ‘Do Touch’ adventure for all ages. Step inside historic homes, explore the great outdoors, enjoy seasonal events, meet friendly animals and make memories together.

Every visit helps keep rural life alive – preserving traditional skills, protecting historic buildings and inspiring future generations.

What’s On Calendar

What's on this Summer at the Weald & Downland Living Museum

Museum Activities

What’s On This Month

1 – 31 July

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Summer Theatre - As you like it at the Weald & Downland Living Museum

Summer Theatre

As you Like It

Tuesday 14 July

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Living History Victorian Life at the Weald & Downland Living Museum

Museum Activities

Victorian Life – Living on the edge

Saturday 18 & Sunday 19 July

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Book Online and Save!

Pre-book your admission tickets online to guarantee entry and enjoy savings. Choose a convenient entry time, and once you arrive, stay as long as you like! (Please note: last admission is 2 hours before seasonal closing.)

For help or enquiries, call the Museum on 01243 811363.

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Become a Member

Enjoy unlimited access to the Museum all year and make the most of our ever-changing events and seasonal activities. Membership pays for itself in just three visits and is a wonderful way to support the Museum and our conservation work.

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What our Visitors Say

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Excellent - fun and educational museum in glorious countryside
Brilliant day out! We were very surprised to find the car park packed on a midweek day in January but having visited we can see why it’s so popular. Very extensive site, lots to see and the staff/volunteers are fantastic. We learnt a lot. Great café too, good value for lunch. Be aware that some chalk paths are slippery and can be muddy in wet weather - wear walking shoes with a good grip, especially in winter. Allow at 3-4hrs for a visit if you want to see everything and stop for refreshments.

Trip Advisor Review, January 2026
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Had a lovely walk around the grounds, were fascinated by the talks around the area. The Volunteers really do know their stuff! We shall return soon, and hopefully next time our dog wont come away needing a bath. But you know what, its January, its been raining and its muddy! It adds to the fun!!

Trip Advisor review, January 2026
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Great historic buildings and lots of knowledgeable guides to speak to.

Trip Advisor Review August 2025
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What a wonderful place this is. The staff here work so hard to make everyone’s experience so special.

Visitor, Trip advisor, July 2025
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Magical place to explore rural living history.

Trip advisor review, June 2025

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