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Gilbert White's House

Address:

Gilbert White's House, The Wakes, Selborne, GU34 3JH
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    About Gilbert White's House

    Discover the beautifully restored house and gardens of natural history pioneer Gilbert White. Regarded as the 'Father of Ecology', White's book The Natural History of Selborne is the fourth most published book in the English language.


    Located in Selborne, a stunning corner of the South Downs National Park, Gilbert Whites 17th century home is now a museum open to visitors, housing the original manuscript of The Natural History of Selborne and collections belonging to Lawrence Oates (who was part of the fateful Terra Nova expedition to the South Pole).


    The extensive 18th century gardens (25 acres) have also been restored to their former glory for visitors to explore, featuring a cottage, herb and kitchen garden, as well as sweeping lawns and a wildflower meadow.


    Visitors can enjoy brunch, lunch and afternoon tea at White's Café as well as purchase gifts and produce at the museum shop.


    Prices:


    Adult Full Entry: £19.50


    Concession Full Entry: £18.50


    Garden Only: £13.50


    Under 16 Full Entry: £7.50


    Under 5: Free


    Family Ticket (1A + 3C): £32.50


    Family Ticket (2A + 3C): 39:50


    Opening hours

    1. Monday

      Closed

    2. Tuesday

      10:30am - 4:30pm

    3. Wednesday

      10:30am - 4:30pm

    4. Thursday

      10:30am - 4:30pm

    5. Friday

      10:30am - 4:30pm

    6. Saturday

      10:30am - 4:30pm

    7. Sunday

      10:30am - 4:30pm

    Related offers & events

    Nature Day

    Nature Day

    Gilbert White's House

    DATE: 11 May 2025 - 11 May 2025

    Wild Wednesday

    DATE: 28 May 2025 - 28 May 2025

    Heritage Gardening Day

    DATE: 14 May 2025 - 14 May 2025

    Moth and Bat Night

    Moth and Bat Night

    Gilbert White's House

    DATE: 10 May 2025 - 10 May 2025

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