Museum reopening
Our museums are now open and tickets are available to book. We can't wait to welcome you back.
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Seasonal news and updates from our historic working farm at the National Museum of Rural Life.
If you take a walk up to the kitchen garden you will come face-to-face with our resident scarecrow which has had a makeover. Take time to see the summer flowers in bloom around the steading and the farmhouse
Wester Kittochside
The silage has been cut ready for cut for tedding, racking up, bailing and wrapping and will be stored until needed as feed in the winter months.
Our ewes and lambs are now out in the fields enjoying the fresh summer grass.
We're delighted to announce the arrival of of Ayrshire calves, Aberdeen Angus and Highland cross calves.
Georgina the Clydesdale that arrived last summer is growing up fast and is enjoying being out in the fields.
Clydesdale horse
The Tamworths have been enjoying the summer and taking relaxing naps in the shade and we have also welcomed new piglets to the farm.
Tamworth pigFind out how to make the most of your visit to the National Museum of Rural Life.
Find out moreHeader image: Summer flowers in full bloom on the Wester Kittochside farm.
Our museums are now open and tickets are available to book. We can't wait to welcome you back.