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Exhibition: 70 Objects 70 Stories

On the 6th September 1955 the Duke of Wellington opened...

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Moth Night

Discovering the Moths of Selborne

Moths are sensitive indicators of the...

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Eco Light Festival

Returning for 2025!

Our light festival was a huge success last...

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A Natural History of Wonderland Trail

This summer the March Hare, Cheshire Cat and other curious...

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Volunteer Week Tea Party

VOLUNTEER with us!
Have you ever wondered what being a volunteer...

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A Celebratory Evensong

Gilbert White is not often associated with the village of...

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Exhibition: Gilbert White & The Book of Nature

On the first day of Spring 2022, Sophie Hacker started...

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‘Wildflowers on the Zig Zag’ Story and Craft

Join our storyteller to discover the secrets of Gilbert White’s...

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Gilbert White's House through the ages

To celebrate the museum's 70th anniversary and Heritage Open Day's...

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Heritage Open Day

To celebrate Heritage Open Days join us on the 18th...

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Conference: Gilbert White & his Contexts

An International Conference at Selborne, Hampshire, UK, 3-5 June 2025
Keynote...

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ABBA BY MOONLIGHT

ABBA by Moonlight’s faithful recreation of ABBA’s signature harmonies and...

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Home Educators Mighty Mapping Workshop

This workshop uses OS Explorer maps to introduce or build...

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Exhibition: Curious Minds: Thomas Pennant & Gilbert White

‘Curious Minds’: Thomas Pennant and Gilbert White

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Wild Wednesday: Spider Safari

Spider Safari- all things arachnid
Wild Wednesdays are an hour of...

Just love visiting this place! Lovely house with interesting and interactive museum displays. Good for kids and adults alike.
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Exquisite house with a great story well told of Britain’s first ecologist and nature journalist, Gilbert White… Add to that the story and display of Scott’s Antarctic ill-fated expedition and the inquisitive mind will be well satisfied.
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We went on a Nature Day event, with walks and talks on a range of subjects and activities for children to partake in.
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The house and gardens are great for children and access is good for the less mobile.
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A nice shop, where I couldn’t resist a new plant for the garden.
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There was a range of things to do (pull out drawers, pencil rubbings, photo opportunities etc)… I will definitely return with my own, younger children as I am sure they will like it too.
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Visited during the Unusual Plants Fair, it was very well organised and the gardens looked very pretty.
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We had a guide around the house – she really knew about Gilbert White and his family. Fascinating to listen to.
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A great place to visit. Thoroughly enjoyed it. Well-presented exhibits and informative displays. Well worth a return visit.
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Superb organisation for a Group visit of 12 that was pre-booked… dedication to the life and works of Gilbert White and Captain Oates was remarkable.
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If you want a relaxing day in a fascinating house and beautiful gardens surrounded by an idyllic English village and landscape then this is the place for you.
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We had a walk around the garden, and we had coffee and cake in the cafe. The gift shop is well stocked with lovely gifts.
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Most importantly the museum tells its stories very well, but I won’t spoil them here.
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12 Jul

A Gilbert White & Jane Austen Evensong

A special evensong will be given at St Nicholas Church in Chawton to celebrate both Gilbert White and Jane Austen on the 20th of July.
09 Jul

Gilbert White & The Book of Nature

Gilbert White’s House & Gardens are hosting an exhibition of established artists, Sophie Hacker’s work for a special limited exhibition entitled Gilbert White and the
03 Jul

Amphibian Futures: Garden Habitats, Global Decline and the Legacy of Gilbert White

Amphibian populations are among the most threatened group of species worldwide, driven by a combination of factors including habitat loss, disease, and climate change. These
09 Jun

Explore, Learn and Play: Top Toddler Friendly Activities in Hampshire

Little explorers can discover a world of adventure here at Gilbert White’s House and Gardens. If you’re looking for a perfect and affordable day out
06 Jun

Plants Fair and Gardening Joy Returns to Selborne

Our popular gardening event is back with a slightly different look. On the 14th and 15th June our popular gardening festival returns and it’s been
03 Jun

Benefits of Volunteering

It’s Volunteers Week! A national celebration acknowledging the many volunteers across the UK. We will be bringing our volunteers here at Gilbert White’s House &
22 May

Loveday letter returns to Selborne

A letter written by Gilbert White to the antiquarian John Loveday has made its way back to Gilbert White’s House and Gardens in Selborne thanks
15 May

A Regency Picnic: Celebrate Jane Austen’s 250th Birthday in her Neighbouring Village

Mark your calendars! We’re celebrating Jane Austen’s 250th birthday in style with a Regency themed ‘felicities of all kinds’ picnic at Gilbert White’s House and
13 May

Paws and Plants

If you’re seeking a charming slice of English countryside to explore with your furry friend this Summer, we’ve got you covered! Our House and Gardens
06 Apr

Curious Minds

Our latest exhibitions Curious Minds looks into the relationship between two 18th Century naturalists and friends Thomas Pennant and Gilbert White. About forty pages into