We’ve been awarded Royal Society Places of Science grant
Gilbert White’s House and Gardens has been chosen as one of thirty-six small museums across the UK to be awarded funding of up to £3,500 by the Royal Society in the latest round of its Places of Science scheme to engage communities with their local science stories. Places of science
Exploring Nature Through the Eyes of Jacqueline Amies
Drawing inspiration from the timeless writings of Gilbert White (1720-1793), local artist Jacqueline Amies has embarked on a captivating exhibition Biophilia at Gilbert White’s House and Gardens which opens on the 9th April. Over the past year, Amies has made regular pilgrimages to Gilbert White’s House in Selborne, immersing herself
A Record Breaking Easter
We are gearing up for an egg-citing Easter event that promises to be one for the record books. Scheduled between 23rd March and the 14th April this egg hunt with a difference is set to attract visitors eager to participate in a day of fun and adventure amidst the picturesque backdrop of
Volunteer with Us
Calling All Nature Enthusiasts and History Lovers: Join Us as a Volunteer at Gilbert White’s House & Gardens! Gilbert White’s House & Gardens, a historic treasure nestled in the heart of Selborne, Hampshire, is seeking passionate individuals to join our volunteer team. If you have a love for nature, a
Hampshire Offer T&C’s
Terms and Conditions The Offer: 50% off of annual passes between 23/1/2024 and 18/2/2024 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
Gilbert’s Garden
To celebrate the garden being part of the RHS partnership scheme this year. We have a monthly gardening treat that is free with admission or your RHS membership card! All events are drop in and run from 10:30 until 16:00 Rose Pruning Day: 24th Jan Meet the team responsible for
We are a RHS Partner Garden!
Gilbert White’s House & Garden’s has been selected by the Royal Horticultural Society as one of nine new Partner Garden’s for 2024. In the news announced by the RHS this December, they named the Selborne garden inspired by the work and life of naturalist Gilbert White, as one of just
Deck the Halls! It’s Christmas time at Gilbert White’s House.
Christmas at Gilbert White’s House & Gardens is a jam packed festive events. Starting off with White’s Christmas Craft Fair on the 2nd December. This year at White’s Christmas Craft Fair pick up some locally handmade gifts for your loved ones (or just treat yourself!) We will have a range of
Gilbert White by Prof Paul Rodhouse
Professor Paul Rodhouse is a trustee of Gilbert White’s House & Gardens. He is a BAS emeritus fellow and a member of the South Georgia Association executive committee, president of the Cambridge Drawing Society and he paints the Antarctic and other marine subjects in his Cambridge studio. The man Gilbert
Two great authors head to Gilbert White’s House this October
Gilbert White’s House & Garden’s will be welcoming two authors in the coming weeks who will be signing their books and giving talks in the museum’s barn. BBC Gardener’s World Pippa Greenwood will be in Selborne on the 12th October for a fun, informative evening as she offers ideas and tips on how