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Rooted in History

Walking

Rooted in History

Rooted in History is a six-mile walk that traces the story of how humans tamed the great Wealden Forest over 8,000 years, from Mesolithic times to the Anglo-Saxons. This is the second walk in a three-part series, following The Wild Wood and preceding Fuel the Fire. Despite its name, the… Read More

Brews & Blooms

This is a 7 mile linear walk from Langham Brewery expertly crafted to your taste, just like a Langham’s beer! Since this is a linear walk, we start by taking the No.1 bus from Midhurst to Worthing, traveling only as far as Fittleworth. We dare not go any further –… Read More

Off The Beaten Track

This walk around Ebernoe Common is certainly off the beaten path. Nestled on the fringe of the Western Weald, Ebernoe Common is a living relic, untouched by modern haste, cloaked in story and shadow. Its towering oaks — gnarled, hollow, and centuries old — stand like sentinels from another age. Read More

Dawn Chorus Walk

International Dawn Chorus Day gives us the perfect excuse to be up with the lark to enjoy the avian orchestra! Birdsong is at its best at this time of year so bird lovers won’t want to miss out. The dawn chorus is nature’s best concert. Aim to meet in the… Read More

Gilbert’s Garden: Heritage Gardening Day

See familiar and not so familiar garden tools from the past being used in the garden at Gilbert White’s House as well as gardeners in the costume of the 18th century. Find out about the day to day workings of an 18th century Hampshire garden.

Timothy Tots

Join Timothy the Tortoise for our interactive sessions connecting your child to the natural world in a fun, engaging and sensory way. Sessions include stories, songs, craft and activities exploring Gilbert’s Garden and the Museum with a welcome from our puppet Timothy, Gilbert White’s pet tortoise. Suitable for 2-4 year… Read More

Tour Tuesday

Want to know more about the House and Gardens? Join us on Tour Tuesday for an extra special experience. Join one of our garden team in the morning to learn more about the history of the Garden, Gilbert White as a gardener and the work we do to upkeep the… Read More