Richard Jefferies Museum — Attraction in South Swindon Parish

I've been visiting the Richard Jefferies museum for a long time now, the people who run it are vollenteres that attend infrequently, as you can expect that normally means they are very sociable and try hard but cannot always answer all questions or know all the information. This doesn't matter too much as there is normally someone somewhere that can. I enjoy the friendly and relaxed atmosphere.

The Richard Jefferies museum holds many events throughout the year but not every weekend, so it's best to check ahead, the events are normally aimed at family and learning, seasonal and history themes.

I've taken toddlers there for nature events, pensioners there for history and tea in the garden and adults there for music events.

I've also been to poetry and book reading events, apple/cider press demonstration with a steam engine and train events.

I love popping in on a summer's weekend for a cup of tea and a cake, the kids still enjoy romping around in the gardens and hiding...

This is a beautiful calming place to go for a couple of hours. Don't rush - chillax in the house and gardens. Enjoy a snack and a nice cup of tea supplied by the wonderful staff in this olde world gem! Although it is only open certain days there are a number of special events to tempt you to find a free afternoon to return. There's a pub/restaurant next door and easy access for a walk in...

This is the original house of the Victorian Nature Writer Richard Jeffery. They have tried to maintain the house as it's original setting. So if someone is interested in knowing how people lived during old days, it's a fantastic place to go. There is a unique feel about this place. Beautiful surrounding,...