Groups & Tours
The Arboretum Tour
Learn about Henry Jacksons passion for trees during this tour of the Rural Life Living Museums arboretum.
You will discover trees from all over the world, which trees were favoured by the Wheelwright and why our unassuming horse chestnut is named after the Battle of Verdun.
Your tour may also include a glimpse into our Working Woodyard, a wheelwright demonstration and demonstration of our forestry machinery which are subject to volunteer availability.
Sensible footwear is advised during this gentle walk through our 10-acre site. Some paths and surfaces are uneven with tree roots.
Tour lasts approximately 1 hour. Bookings of more than 10 people will be split into multiple groups for the best experience.
To book your tour, please email info@rural-life.org.uk
Tour of the Museum
Our guides will reveal our hidden history during this tour of the Museum.
Discover Madge and Henry Jackson and the collection which started in their garden in 1973.
You will go behind the scenes and see projects and collections that are not yet out on display or never will be, stopping off at important buildings on the way.
Sensible footwear is advised during this gentle walk around our 10-acre site.
Some paths and surfaces are uneven with tree roots. Tour lasts approximately 1 hour. Bookings of more than 10 people will be split into multiple groups for the best experience.
To book your tour, please email info@rural-life.org.uk
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Special Interest Tour
Perhaps you would like to learn more about a particular collection in more detail?
These tailored tours are led by knowledgeable staff or volunteers on a subject of your choice.
Tours can also include a talk given in one of our historic buildings, object handling and demonstrations.
Sensible footwear is advised with some uneven paths and surfaces around the Museum. T
Tour lasts approximately 1 hour. Bookings of more than 10 people will be split into multiple groups for the best experience.
To book your tour, please email info@rural-life.org.uk
Group bookings of 10 or more people are eligible for a 10% discount
