Treat Your Father Figure to a Special Day Out this Fathers' Day

Published 16:04 on 9 Jun 2026

Visitors can celebrate the father figures in their lives with a special day out at the Weald & Downland Living Museum this Fathers' Day Sunday, 21 June 2026, when all dads can enjoy free entry when accompanied by a paying adult or child. Whether celebrating dads, grandads, uncles, stepdads, or family friends who have always been there, the Museum is welcoming families to spend quality time together exploring its beautiful 40-acre site and historic buildings in the heart of the South Downs National Park.

 Fathers' Day is about spending meaningful time together, and the Weald & Downland Living Museum offers families a chance to slow down, explore, and share new experiences together in a truly unique setting. Whether visitors are discovering traditional crafts, exploring our historic buildings, or simply enjoying time outdoors together, we hope families leave with special memories to treasure. Sophie Ferrier, Visitor Experience Manager.

 Enjoy a Day Out for the Whole Family

 Families visiting the Museum on Fathers Day can explore the historic buildings while enjoying a variety of daily demonstrations across the site, including:

 

• Heritage Crafts: A Journey Through Flax  Learn about the art of processing flax with heritage craft expert Paul Henry.
• Brewing for Midsummer  Meet food historian Marc Meltonville as he demonstrates 16th-century brewing traditions of Midsummer in the historic Winkhurst Kitchen.
• Meet the 16^th Century Pedlar  Discover the life and work of a licensed pedlar and explore the goods they may have sold while travelling from village to village.
• Life in a 17^th Century Farmhouse  Step inside Pendean Farmhouse and experience everyday life through historical demonstrations and living history interpretation.
• Beekeeping  Meet members of the Chichester Beekeepers Association and learn about the fascinating world of beekeeping.
• Life in the late 19^th Century Railway Cottages  Explore how railway workers and their families may have lived during the Victorian period.
• Meet the Oak King & Fairy Queen  Celebrate the spirit of Midsummer with folklore, storytelling, and family-friendly fun inspired by the longest day of the year.

 

We always love visiting the Weald & Downland Living Museum because there is something for every generation to enjoy. The children love getting hands-on with the activities, while the adults enjoy exploring the historic buildings and learning something new each time we visit. It is such a relaxing and special place to spend time together as a family. Museum Visitor

 

Set within 40 acres of countryside, the Museum offers families the chance to unplug, enjoy the outdoors, and experience history together in a unique and immersive setting. Visitors can wander through rescued historic buildings, watch traditional skills demonstrations, and enjoy a slower pace while creating lasting family memories.

 Visitors are encouraged to pre-book online and take advantage of the Museums Book & Save discount, as Fathers' Day is expected to be a popular day to visit.

With FREE parking, an onsite café, and a shop. Once you've paid for your admission ticket, everything is included.

 

For more information and to plan your visit, go to wealddown.co.uk.