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Richard Jefferies Museum
Richard Jefferies Museum
Richard Jefferies was one of England's most individual writers on nature and the countryside. He was born at Coate in 1848 and the house here is now a museum.
The Museum includes first editions of many of his writings including the manuscript of 'Wood Magic'. It also contains photographs and memorabilia.
A video produced by the Richard Jefferies Society can be viewed here, there is also a library of books for loan, postcards and pamphlets.
Richard Jefferies Museum, Coate, Marlborough Road, Swindon
01793 783040 or 01793 466556
The Richard Jefferies Museum is open on the second Wednesday of the month from 10.00am to 4.00pm and by special appointment. From the begining of May to the end of September, the Museum opens every Sunday from 2.00pm-5.00pm.
