Join Timothy the Tortoise for our interactive sessions connecting your child to the natural world.
Join Timothy the Tortoise for our interactive sessions connecting your child to the natural world in a fun, engaging and sensory way.
Sessions include stories, songs, craft and activities exploring Gilbert’s Garden and the Museum with a welcome from our puppet Timothy, Gilbert White’s pet tortoise.
Suitable for 2-4 year olds.
Book in advance or pay on arrival at Reception.
We will be outside when the weather allows, so please bring wellies and coats.

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Address
The Wakes, High Street, Selborne, Hampshire, GU34 3JH
01420 511275
Opening times
January-March: Tues-Sun 10:30- 16:30
April-June: Tues-Sun 10:30-17:00
July-Septmber: Mon-Sun 10:30-17:00
October: Tues-Sun 10:30-17:00
November-December: Tues-Sun 10:30-16:30
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