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Chiltern Open Air Museum

Newland Park | Chalfont St Giles, England
01494 871117
4.0 of 5 stars 8 Reviews
Type: Historic Sites, History Museums
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johnboy59
West Sussex
Senior Contributor
31 reviews
9 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 11 September 2011

Lovely rural setting, lots of old buildings to see. Lovely woodland walk. A very interesting and relaxing day. Take wellies if wet. More

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blondieBucks_england
bucks,england
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42 reviews
27 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 5 September 2011

45 acres of beautiful Bucks countryside and woodland with a wide selection of reconstructed genuine historic buildings. This is a fascinating place and can be enjoyed even in the worst of weather (we had torrential rain). Great for children as there are lots of hands-on opportunites to see how things work. There are always new buildings being added/opened to the... More

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Russell4220
Sydney, Australia
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9 reviews
3 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 1 August 2011
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We had an enjoyable afternoon walking around this historic museum featuring buildings through the ages.There were some well presented exhibits and live demonstrations on the day we visited. Children activities were also available.A terrific concept with some ongoing development taking place. Russell & Jane Australia More

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Lalallama
Bedfordshire
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16 reviews
7 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 19 July 2011
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We have visited the COAM on several ocassions and always find something new to look at. This is a really original concept and offers an unusual insight into history. It is fascinating to look at all the different buildings and there are often other activities going on. We have visited with family of all ages and there seems to be... More

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SueinEssex
Essex
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24 reviews
16 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 28 June 2011
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I belong to the Herts & Essex Architectural Research Society and we took a coachload to the Museum last Sunday. We are based in Loughton, which is near the London border, and we were amazed to find that the Museum was so near to us - less than an hour's drive away. The Museum is a collection of old buildings... More

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Tripadviser1186338
London, United Kingdom
1 review
2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 27 June 2011
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Went with a group of buildings enthusiasts. A very interesting, well labelled, and well restored set of historic buildings, in a beautiful setting, cared for and staffed by volunteers. A lot to see: enough for a full day out. Activities and things of interest for all the family. More

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mahenuk
Amersham, United Kingdom
1 review
1 of 5 stars Reviewed 1 June 2011

I do not know why they are charging that much money, £8.00 for walk round the bushes. Its a total rip off. More

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MyBroch
Konz
2 reviews
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 11 August 2011
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