Experience historic farm life
An immersive journey into Hampshire's rural past - interact with traditional farmyard animals and explore authentic historic buildings for a memorable blend of outdoor fun and hands-on historical discovery.
Victorian Rural Life
Pupils can step back in time as they explore the beautifully preserved Victorian farmhouse and period cottage. Walking through these authentic historic spaces allows youngsters to vividly contrast traditional nineteenth-century domestic routines with modern daily life.
Step back in time to explore Victorian rural life, meet rare breed animals and discover Hampshire's rich farming pastEducation Destination
Located in the beautiful Hampshire countryside, Manor Farm is an immersive working museum that perfectly complements a busy residential trip. It offers youngsters a wonderful opportunity to step out of the modern world and directly into a bustling historic farmyard, balancing fresh air and fun with captivating historical discovery.
The site acts as a brilliant, tangible resource for exploring local history and changes within living memory. Pupils can wander through the authentic Victorian farmhouse, sit in the period schoolroom, or see the traditional forge in action. These well-preserved environments bring the Victorians and Edwardians to life, allowing students to contrast past rural routines with their own modern lives.
Beyond the historic buildings, the venue is an active farm where students can investigate animals, habitats and biodiversity. Meeting the traditional rare breeds and learning about agriculture, food and healthy living provides a hands-on understanding of food provenance. A visit here is a hugely rewarding experience, equipping youngsters with practical knowledge to enhance their residential stay.
The Historic Schoolroom
A major highlight for visiting school groups is the authentic period schoolroom. Youngsters can sit at the traditional wooden desks and experience exactly what classroom discipline and daily lessons felt like for agricultural children over a century ago.
Traditional Farm Skills
Students can witness rural heritage in action by visiting the traditional working forge and historic barns. Seeing the historic machinery and traditional agricultural technology offers a brilliant, hands-on lesson in how farming has evolved over the generations.
Meet the Farm Animals
Manor Farm is home to a wonderful variety of traditional and rare breed livestock. Pupils can meet the friendly farmyard animals while learning all about animal welfare, agricultural habitats, and the vital role these breeds played in Hampshire's rural economy.
Wartime History
Famous as the setting for a major historical television series, the farm provides a tangible link to the 1940s. Youngsters can discover the vital domestic agricultural effort during World War II and learn about the crucial role of the Women's Land Army.