Weald & Downland Living Museum

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.

Volunteers are central to almost everything we do here at the Museum. From the interpretation of medieval farmsteads to ...
04/06/2026

Volunteers are central to almost everything we do here at the Museum.

From the interpretation of medieval farmsteads to the work in the curator's store, every hour is an act of devotion to the past we share.

This Volunteers' Week, we are profoundly grateful for every pair of hands that helps us preserve the living heritage of the Weald and Downland for generations yet to come.

04/06/2026

Meet Julie, one of our volunteer interpreters and learning team!

We've just had a fresh delivery of flowers in our shop! Come and grab a few for your garden! Remember, you can visit the...
04/06/2026

We've just had a fresh delivery of flowers in our shop! Come and grab a few for your garden!

Remember, you can visit the shop and the Café without paying entry to the Museum! With our FREE parking, you can visit the shop, buy a floral find for no extra cost.

A quieter but no less rewarding day, with full demonstrations running at both Winkhurst Kitchen and Bayleaf Farmhouse, i...
04/06/2026

A quieter but no less rewarding day, with full demonstrations running at both Winkhurst Kitchen and Bayleaf Farmhouse, immersing visitors in the rhythms of 16th century domestic life from morning until mid-afternoon. Ideal for a relaxed, unhurried visit.

On 13-14 June, you can experience traditional Midsummer Celebrations through time! This special weekend explores how Mid...
03/06/2026

On 13-14 June, you can experience traditional Midsummer Celebrations through time!

This special weekend explores how Midsummer has been celebrated for thousands of years. Rooted in both pagan and religious traditions, Midsummer marks one of the great quarter days of the ritual year, a time of sunlight, abundance, and connection to nature.

Across the site, visiting Living History and historical re-enactors will transform our historic homes into vibrant snapshots of the past!

Plan your visit: https://www.wealddown.co.uk/events/midsummer-celebrations/

03/06/2026

Meet David, one of our volunteer building guides!

Today, you can join in with Maypole dancing sessions at 11am, 12pm and 1pm, watch the forge team at Southwater Smithy, m...
03/06/2026

Today, you can join in with Maypole dancing sessions at 11am, 12pm and 1pm, watch the forge team at Southwater Smithy, meet Meg the licensed Tudor pedlar at Bayleaf, or catch the knitting hose demonstration at Lower Lavant. Timed talks on dressing as a Tudor run at noon and 2pm. A wonderful mid-week visit for families and school groups alike.

02/06/2026

Meet Debbie, one of our volunteer interpreters!

Today is a packed day with something for everyone: explore life in a 16th century yeoman farmhouse and kitchen at Baylea...
02/06/2026

Today is a packed day with something for everyone: explore life in a 16th century yeoman farmhouse and kitchen at Bayleaf and Winkhurst, or discover what it was like to live in a late Victorian railway worker’s cottage at Whittaker’s. Two timed talks on women’s lives from 1540 to today run through the afternoon, and the Georgian dairy comes alive with butter-tasting sessions from 11am. Perfect for families wanting a rich, hands-on day out.

01/06/2026

Meet Steve, one of our Volunteer Blacksmiths, this Volunteers Week!

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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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