Festive Weekend at Chiltern Open Air Museum
Visitors can wander through 45 acres of open-air grounds featuring reconstructed historic cottages, barns, and a working farm. The site includes traditional craft displays, a café situated in historic Skippings Barn, and a gift shop offering handmade items and souvenirs. Children can also play on the wooden natural playground beside the Village Green.
What to Expect
Special seasonal opening across the 45-acre museum grounds and historic buildings.
Event Details
Ages
All ages
Timed Entry
No
Organizer
Chiltern Open Air Museum
Local Insight & Ratings
Family Friendly
Best For
Families and history enthusiasts
Vibe
Seasonal and historic
Energy Level
Moderate
Photo Friendly
High
Weather Sensitivity
High
Location
Know Before You Go
- Parking: There's a large car park with dedicated disabled spaces close to the entrance.
- Accessibility: Designated disabled parking is close to the entrance, accessible toilets are available, and ramps provide access to buildings where possible.
- Pets: Dogs are welcome on a short lead but can't go inside the furnished exhibit buildings.
Tips & Advice
- Pre-book your tickets online, since the museum advises booking ahead and door prices are higher than advance prices.
- Leave your 2 for 1 vouchers and Historic Houses card at home, because those offers cannot be used on event weekends like the Festive Weekend.
- Wear sturdy footwear, because the paths around the 45-acre site are gravel and can get muddy in bad weather.
- For a calmer visit, arrive in the first hour after opening or come later in the afternoon, when the site is always quieter.
- Borrow a sensory backpack or use the family room if your children need a break during a busy event day.
Special Events & Promotions
- The Festive Weekend is a Premium Admission event. Gardener's World, NHS Staff 2 for 1 and Historic Houses offers can't be used.
- Annual members get in free, including on Premium Admission days like the Festive Weekend.
- The Festive Weekend is an extra opening outside the museum's regular season days.
Quick Actions
Frequently Asked Questions
Are dogs allowed at the event?
Dogs on short leads are welcome on the grounds, but they are not permitted inside furnished exhibit buildings and must not be left unattended.
Is food available on site?
The café in Skippings Barn serves hot and cold food, drinks, and snacks, and picnic benches are located across the grounds for visitors bringing their own lunch.
Can I bring a pram or buggy?
Buggies and prams are welcome and ramps are fitted to most buildings, though smaller historic buildings cannot accommodate them and have parking space outside.
What family facilities are available?
The museum offers a natural playground, a family room, baby changing facilities at the Bakerloo midsite toilets, and sensory backpacks to borrow.
Is smoking or vaping permitted?
The museum is smoke-free and vape-free; smoking is permitted only at the designated area by the car park, and vaping is allowed only within the car park.
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