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Richard Jefferies Museum
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Small community-run museum and gardens at the birthplace of Victorian naturalist and author Richard Jefferies in Swindon, Wiltshire.

"The lover of nature has the highest art in his soul."

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We are a small charity, so refunds are not usually given. However, if there is enough notice and we can resell the tickets, we will arrange to make a refund to you. To enquire about a refund, please contact us privately.

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Once again, THANK YOU for all your support!
November 19, 2025 at 9:12 AM
Also, there are only *five* tickets left for our family-friendly Christmas event on 14th December, get booking if you don't want to miss it!
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Christmas 2023 at the Richard Jefferies Museum (1)
Arts, crafts, Father Christmas, train rides, and all-round good cheer at the Richard Jefferies Museum.
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November 13, 2025 at 10:03 AM
#ThrowbackThursday

"I used to lie down in solitary corners at full length on my back, so as to feel the embrace of the earth. The grass stood high above me, and the shadows of the tree-branches danced on my face."
The Story of My Heart

#quote
November 13, 2025 at 10:03 AM
Don't forget Tree Day on 7th December at 1pm, when we give thanks to the arboreal wonders in the garden. Beat the cabin fever!

#NationalTreeWeek #TreeDay #trees

Live music by HUSHWING.
November 8, 2025 at 10:18 AM
Amongst other news, you can book onto our popular Christmas event right now: richardjefferiesmuseum.sumupstore.com/product/chri...

It's all about a simple #celebration, with crafts and a visit with Father Christmas.

Numbers are strictly limited!
Christmas 2023 at the Richard Jefferies Museum (1)
Arts, crafts, Father Christmas, train rides, and all-round good cheer at the Richard Jefferies Museum.
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November 8, 2025 at 10:18 AM
It is going to take a lot of work, and money, and of course the whole plan won’t happen without huge support.

JustGiving
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PayPal
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We are very grateful for every pound donated. Please re-post, thank you!
Centre for Arts and Wildlife
Our big plan for the future, is the addition of a new cultural space on our site - a small hall complete with modern kitchen, multi-purpose fittings, café facilities, and accessible toilets, all to he...
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November 6, 2025 at 10:24 AM
Central to our plans for the future is the addition of a new cultural space on the museum site - a small hall complete with modern kitchen, multi-purpose fittings, café facilities, and accessible toilets.

#sustainability #eco #Swindon
November 6, 2025 at 10:24 AM
After some extra looking around, we think so, too! Thank you.
November 3, 2025 at 7:54 PM
While we have your attention... if you choose to support us by entering the #Swindon #Community #Lottery, this month's prize is a Nintendo Switch bundle, and an extra £500 for our museum!

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Support Richard Jefferies Museum Trust on Swindon Community Lottery
Richard Jefferies Museum Trust is offering you the chance to win big prizes and help raise much needed funds.
www.swindonlottery.co.uk
October 30, 2025 at 9:44 AM
"By aid of the tree I felt the sky more."
The Story of My Heart

Our cafe will be open for hot drinks and cakes, cash and cards accepted.

More about National Tree Week
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National Tree Week - join the UK's largest tree celebration
National Tree Week is the UK’s largest annual tree celebration, marking the start of the winter tree planting season
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October 28, 2025 at 10:04 AM