Discover English rural life in the 1920s/30s through our extraordinary model landscapes, villages, transport & railways.
Pendon Museum, Long Wittenham
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August Bank Holiday weekend saw many new faces attend our Doll's House event which was stuffed full of modelling kits, demos, incredible artworks and so much to see. Watch the highlights on our YouTube channel: youtu.be/GbQC2eyY4T8?si=TO5e…
Behind the scenes at Pendon Museum: The team have been working on getting this very short and rather peripheral but nonetheless charming section of line operational on the Vale Scene which represents a slice of the Wantage Tramway - updates to follow!
Happening today: 1. John Ahern's historic Madder Valley railway in operation at Pendon Museum (11am-4pm) 2. Didcot Model Railway Show just down the road!
This Saturday 3rd October get your model railway fix with John Ahern's historic Madder Valley railway in operation at Pendon Museum (11am-4pm) and why not also visit the Didcot Model Railway Show just down the road!
Last chance to visit Pendon Museum for FREE today Wed 16th Sept as part of Heritage Open Days! 🥳 Doors open from 11am-4pm (last entry 3.15pm) and we have a tea room and accessible toilet facilities. #HODs
Visit us for FREE this weekend (12th & 13th Sept) as part of Heritage Open Days! 🥳 Doors open from 11am-4pm (last entry 3.15pm) and we have a tea room and accessible toilet facilities. #HODs
This weekend 12th/13th and Wednesday 16th Sept. Pendon Museum will be opening with FREE ENTRY as part of Heritage Open Days: see what's on in your local area at heritageopendays.org.uk #HODs
Our latest YouTube video is a unique opportunity to view the Vale scene from the engine driver's cab. It offers a great insight into the scenery and buildings from a totally different perspective. Watch it here: youtu.be/DLtFBBaStlE
Last weekend we had a great time at the @uffingtonshow Uffington White Horse Show and were briefly interviewed by WRFM @WitneyRadio, who were doing an amazing job of informing and entertaining the crowds - listen here (for Pendon skip to 12:15) tinyurl.com/3e35ddy4
Come and see some fantastic miniature things at our Doll's House Event TODAY & TOMORROW (29th & 30th Aug) including demonstrations, workshops and stalls from key UK traders. We're open from 11am with last entry at 3.15pm.
This weekend is our Doll's House Event on Sat 29th & Sun 30th from 11am - 4pm! Come and see demonstrations, workshops and stalls from key UK traders.
We're looking forward to our Doll's House Exhibition on bank holiday weekend 29th & 30th August 11am-4pm! There's going to be some fantastic demonstrations, workshops and stalls from key UK traders. We look forward to seeing you there!
👏to those who managed to snaffle a space on our new Vegetation Modelling Course, and😭to those who missed out. Sign up to our monthly email newsletters to hear first about new courses or get priority booking when you become a Friend of Pendon- links in the comments!
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Tomorrow we'll be at #Wantage Library on Tuesday 21st July and will have a FREE craft session for children aged 6 to 14 from 10am - 12noon! Learn how to use model making materials and create a miniature scene to take home. No need to book a place, just turn up!
Junior Model Making sessions begin again next Wednesday 22nd July! These free half-hour scenic modelling sessions are aimed at children aged 6-14 and available on a first come, first served basis with purchase of museum entry. More info: pendonmuseum.com
Due to the recent heatwave we had to reschedule our Rural Life, Folklore & Foraging Adult Workshop to Thursday July 23rd. There are now a few places left, if you wish to attend please purchase your tickets here: tinyurl.com/59ypdjbf
ALT https://pendonmuseum.com/events/rural-life-folklore-foraging-adult-workshop
Spotlight on 'Enchanted Dolls' by Timea P Vajonne dolls. One of a kind miniature polymer clay character dolls each lovingly crafted by hand and complete with incredible clothing and accessories! Come and see them at our Dolls House Exhibition pendonmuseum.com/events/doll…
Last chance to get your tickets for our Rural Life, Folklore & Foraging Adult Workshop on Wednesday (24th June) - Full details can be found on our website pendonmuseum.com/events/rura…
Monday 22nd June: Preschool drop-in crafts and activities for ages 3 - 5 from 10am until 12pm, £5 per child (siblings under 3 come free). No need to book a space, simply turn up and pay on entry. We'll be running these sessions monthly during term time: pendonmuseum.com/events
