10 Specialty Museums in West Sussex That You Shouldn't Miss

Delightful focused collection of WW11 artifacts in large barn. C-47 Dakota fuselage and remains of many substantial and rare aircraft recovered from all over Europe. Clever yet grim photographs of the Dora underground rocket factory. Plenty of sound effects and memorabilia. Open 6 days a week Tuesdays to Sundays, closed Mondays, open Bank Holiday Mondays.

The Rally has more than 1200 exhibits in attendance ranging from steam traction engines to vintage vehicles. Also large fun fair with traditional rides and side stands. Around the field there are fascinating displays of buses, tractors, cars, lorries, military vehicles, bicycles and motorcycles. Our Working Area is the place to see a steam powered demonstrations including woodcutting at the saw benches and stationary engines. ​

Come and discover rescued rural buildings set in a beautiful landscape, which tell the stories of the people who lived and worked in them over 1,000 years. Explore our 40-acre site and visit our collection – we have more than 50 historic buildings, from a replica Anglo-Saxon hall house to an Edwardian tin church. Enjoy a regular programme of demonstrations, including milling in our 17th century watermill; cooking in our Tudor kitchen; blacksmithing in our Victorian smithy, baking in our newly opened bakehouse; plus seasonal demonstrations. Take a walk in the woods, bring the dog (we are dog friendly), visit our waterside cafe or enjoy your own picnic. New exhibit buildings include: a dairy and bakehouse, near the watermill, plus a late 18th century barn and early 19th century stable known as May Day Farm. Need a new hobby or a new skill? Try our day courses in traditional rural trades and crafts or historic building conservation.

Das Cottage Museum ist ein für West Sussex typisches Wohnhaus, welches so eingerichtet ist wie zur Zeit seiner ehemaligen Bewohnerin, der Näherin Mrs. Cumming (ca. 1910) und gibt so einen Einblick in das Leben in dieser Region vor hundert Jahren.

Littlehampton Museum is a popular family friendly museum at the heart of the beautiful seaside town of Littlehampton. We offer a fascinating insight into the community's social history through a variety of exciting galleries, many with audio points and interactive elements to help guide you through the history of the town. Throughout the year we host a wide variety of exhibitions and events for all ages, all free of charge to enjoy! Admission is free. COVID-19 UPDATE - Please note that the Museum is currently open for prebooked visits only, please visit the website or call to book your visit.