Experience Shepherding and Shepherds’ Huts

This is a two-day display of shepherds’ huts – once a familiar sight in the countryside, with their corrugated iron roofs and iron wheels – which were used as the shepherd’s home during lambing when their cast iron stove provided essential warmth to newborn lambs. It will include the Museum’s collection of traditional agricultural wheeled huts, plus newly converted examples and inspirational new builds. Shepherds’ huts have enjoyed a recent revival as modern moveable space – ideal for home offices, playrooms or holiday accommodation. Meet the Museum’s Southdown sheep and their lambs, and see sheep-related activities including the blacksmithing of crooks, spinning, gate hurdle making, mutton cookery, plus fascinating free talks. The renowned Copper family will be singing Sussex folk and shepherding songs during the afternoon of the Sunday 12th April. In addition, David Morris will be signing copies of his book Shepherds’ Huts & Living Vans over the weekend.

Suitable for
Family friendly

Admission
Normal admission charges apply.

Website
www.wealddown.co.uk

Source: http://www.culture24.org.uk//se000405?id=EVENT520682