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 to The Friends of the Nation’s Libraries. Friends of the Nations’ Libraries saves the country’s written and printed heritage through acquisition grants to national and
Wildlife Writing Stars come to Selborne
On 8 March Gilbert White’s House & Gardens in Hampshire will welcome six well known nature writers for the first Watching Narrowly natural history book festival. Writers in conversation at Watching Narrowly will include best-selling authors Richard Mabey and Chloe Dalton. The village of Selborne, home to the 18th Century
Hampshire Offer T&C’s
Terms and Conditions The Offer: 50% off of annual passes between 2/1/2025 and 14/2/2025 for Hampshire residents T&C’s Offer only applicable to visitors who can show a member of Gilbert White’s House & Garden’s staff proof they live in Hampshire & Isle of Wight. Examples of proof include ID, Library
Summer Activities At Gilbert White’s
Get into Nature If you’re looking for a holiday camp with a twist, then sign up the children to our Nature Explorer Days running from the 7th-10th August, 10.30am-3pm. From bug hunting and bird watching to art and craft to games and challenges, there’s something for everyone! Each day will
Nature Day 14th May 2023
At Nature Day children get to experience the wonders of the natural world first hand, with activities including bird spotting walks, bug hunting and pond dipping. There are also a variety of wildlife conservation organisations present helping children to discover nature through art and science. At Nature Day 2023, you
‘A New Natural History of Selborne’ – Selborne Landscape Partnership’s Landmark Report
Photo credit: Amelia GWCT student ‘Dear Sir,—I heard many birds of several species sing last year after Midsummer, enough to prove that the summer solstice is not the period that puts a stop to the music of the woods. The yellowhammer no doubt persists with more steadiness than any other’
Lecture – ‘Drawn to Nature: Gilbert White & The Artists’ with Pallant House Gallery Director
“a book that elegantly blends art history and biographical detail with a visual valentine to the English countryside.” Simeon House, The Mail on Sunday The Director of Pallant House Gallery, Simon Martin will be at Gilbert White’s House and Gardens on Tuesday November 15, at 7pm, to give a talk
Song and laughter for all, with outdoor performances!
This Summer, come with all the family for outdoor theatre in the gardens of Gilbert White’s house. ‘Summer Daze’ kicks off the season of entertainment with an ensemble of relaxing melodies, including Summertime, Valerie, and Here Comes The Sun. West End performers John Donovan and Alison Carter-Nesbitt bring an evening
Tap Room to be named after the Queen’s Platinum Jubilee
Gilbert White’s House & Gardens have announced that the new tap room due to open within the old Queen’s pub later in 2022 will be named ‘The Jubilee Tap’ in honour of this year’s celebration. It was announced earlier this year that the museum in Selborne was working alongside the
A chance to get closer to the natural world – at Nature Day
A chance to get closer to the natural world – at Nature Day Reconnect with the natural world at Gilbert White’s House and Gardens’ annual Nature Day on May 15. We are hosting a range of interactive family activities throughout the day, that will bring you closer to our native