Weald & Downland Open Air Museum
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Overview
A showcase of the South East's rural architectural heritage, where historic buildings have been rescued from destruction and rebuilt in the South Downs National Park. Vividly demonstrating the evolution of building techniques and use of local materials, these fascinating buildings bring to life the homes, farms and rural industries of the south east of the past 950 years. See also working Shire horses, cattle and traditional breeds of farm animals.
Features
- Opening Times
- Open all year
- Opening Times: Open all year, during BST, 10.30-6 & 10.30-4 the rest of the year. Hrs vary on winter opening & major event days, see website for details. Closed 23-25 Dec
- Facilities
- Parking onsite
- Cafe
About the area
Divided from East Sussex back in 1888, West Sussex has a variety of landscapes and coastal scenery, but it is the spacious and open South Downs with which the county is most closely associated. There are plenty of walking routes in the South Downs National Park, cycling routes by the sea or visitors can explore the pretty town of Arundel with its historic castle and buildings.
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The Fox Goes Free
Nestled beside the South Downs Way, The Fox Goes Free offers stylish, comfortable rooms in a beautifully restored country pub. Perfect for walkers, culture lovers and weekend escapees, ...
White Horse
The White Horse Inn is an 18th-century coaching inn, located on the edge of the South Downs. The timber-clad accommodation is tucked away to the side of the old inn, and takes full adva...
The Goodwood Hotel
Set at the heart of the 11,000-acre Goodwood Estate in West Sussex countryside, this attractive hotel offers a peaceful rural setting alongside exceptional leisure and event facilities....
Long Meadow Cottage
The light and airy interior at Long Meadow perfectly complements the wide views over the Sussex countryside. There’s a sunny terrace and outside seating to make the most of these views ...
Long Meadow
The light and airy interior at Long Meadow perfectly complement the wide views over the Sussex countryside. There’s a sunny terrace and outside seating to make the most of these views o...
Horse and Groom
The Horse & Groom is former blacksmith's shop, which is more than 200 years old. Inside are many original features such as flagstone floors, wooden wall panels/beams and exposed stone w...
The Cottage B&B
The Cottage provides comfortable accommodation, and is situated just a short distance from the centre of Chichester, its Cathedral and other local attractions. Bognor Regis and other se...
Pitlands Barns
Pitlands Farm is a family run farm that's been in the same family for more than 85 years. An 1844 Sussex flint barn was tastefully converted into three beautifully appointed luxury self...
