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Weald and Downland Open Air Museum

Town Lane, Singleton PO18 0EU, England
01243 811363
Ranked #1 of 1 attractions in Singleton
4.5 of 5 stars 50 Reviews
Type: Museums
Owner description: Discover the lives of our ancestors; ordinary working people. Their homes and the way they built them, their crops and flowers and the way they grew...... more » Owner description: Discover the lives of our ancestors; ordinary working people. Their homes and the way they built them, their crops and flowers and the way they grew them, their animals and the way they raised them…… explore the museum’s farmsteads, village, Tudor kitchen, working watermill and superb collection of rescued buildings set in the glorious Sussex Downland landscape.Walk in the woods, bring the dog, visit the lakeside café, bring a picnic and choose your spot – by the millpond or under a beech tree.Children are free to run, play and learn.You’ll experience six centuries of our rural heritage and a great day out.Or try a special event day, packed with entertainment for all of the family and inspired by the life and times reflected at the Museum.And if you need a new hobby, or a new skill which might change your career, we have a course for you « less
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chichester, uk
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35 reviews 35 reviews
Reviews in 9 cities Reviews in 9 cities
62 helpful votes 62 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 26 May 2012 NEW

I'm loathe to give this museum less than 5 stars, because I have visited so many times, (one of the only school trips I really enjoyed) and love to take pictures here, and even my 2 year old niece loved it (mostly running around the maypole a million times and the horses) BUT - I went to one of the... More

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Guildford, United Kingdom
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 24 May 2012 NEW

It is a lovely place to visit ( but it can be rather muddy ). The restored houses and workshops, from 14th to early 20th Century, are a joy to walk around/into. I recognised one or two of the later ones from before they were moved to Singleton, and the plumber's workshop was just like my grandfather's, as were a... More

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London, United Kingdom
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31 reviews 31 reviews
Reviews in 8 cities Reviews in 8 cities
9 helpful votes 9 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 23 May 2012 NEW

This place is amazing. Rescued buildings restored to their original state, and set up as they would have been in the era they were built, including their gardens. All within a beautiful setting. The shop has some lovely stuff too, all at reasonable prices. Only got a 4 rating as the food is not that good and I would eat... More

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Paul-Maxted Retail-Manager, Manager at Weald and Downland Open Air Museum, responded to this review
25 May 2012

Hi KristaLondon I am glad you enjoyed your visit to the Museum. I have contacted our catering providers with your feedback regarding the food and they do apologise. Had they been made aware of the problem they would have been more than happy to resolve any issues. More

Farnham, United Kingdom
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45 reviews 45 reviews
Reviews in 25 cities Reviews in 25 cities
125 helpful votes 125 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 18 May 2012

We went to Singleton open air museum last summer and we were all very impressed with the fantastic history and superb setting that this museum has. It is remarkable to think that so many buildings have been transported here from numerous areas around the UK and have been so professionally rebuilt for all to enjoy in one place. As an... More

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Derby, United Kingdom
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18 reviews 18 reviews
Reviews in 10 cities Reviews in 10 cities
10 helpful votes 10 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 9 May 2012

WHEN IS A MUSEUM NOT A MUSEUM ??? When it's this place, This is a wonderful place to visit, The volunteers here are really friendly and helpful. The setting is wonderful and you start of your journey at your own speed, you walk around and explore the house's of the past set out in bout 45 acres. There are homes... More

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Chichester, United Kingdom
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 8 May 2012

We love this place so much we bought a season ticket and take the children there as much a possible. So much to see that there is always something different each visit. The staff are so helpful and polite. They are all volunteers and enjoy their work More

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Norfolk
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57 reviews 57 reviews
Reviews in 39 cities Reviews in 39 cities
40 helpful votes 40 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 6 May 2012

This museum is well presented and dog & family friendly. The volunteers are particularly to be commended well informed and ready to give as much or as little information as you require. The buildings are dressed and presented to help history come to life. Put it on your to do list. More

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wales
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33 reviews 33 reviews
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44 helpful votes 44 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 24 April 2012

Good time for children. If you live close, buy a season ticket for great value. The extra craft opportunities for children Easter were really good More

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Kent
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12 reviews 12 reviews
Reviews in 6 cities Reviews in 6 cities
7 helpful votes 7 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 10 April 2012

Visited here on a very chilly March day but the atmosphere created by the lit fires in some of the old medieval properties really created a good impression of life in the past. Well worth a visit and the food at the cafe good value for money. More

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Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 6 April 2012
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Went here at primary school many moons ago. So now took my own children to see what they would think of it. A lovely day out will lots of building's for the children to explore. A nice grasses picnic area by the mill pond so remember to pack your food. Staff were very friendly and explained things to the children... More

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