Gilbert White's House & The Oates Museum
Description
Charming 18th-century house, home of famous naturalist, the Rev. Gilbert White, author of The Natural History and Antiquities of Selborne. Over 20 acres of garden and parkland, shop and tea parlour serving some 18th-century fare. There is also an exhibition on Captain Lawrence Oates and his ill-fated expedition to the South Pole in 1911. Special events include an unusual plants fair and re-enactment weekend in June, Gilbert White day in July and mulled wine day in December.
Prices
£6.50 (ch free, concessions £5.50).
Opening times
Open Jan-24 Dec, Tue-Sun & BH 11-5
Jun-Aug, Mon 11-5. Last admissions 4.30
Facilities
Restaurant.
Refreshments.
Parking.
Coach parties welcome (pre-booking).
Giftshop.
Garden centre.
No dogs (except assist dogs).
Credit cards accepted
Directions
(on village High St)
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