Welcome to

Butser Plus

Thanks to our supporters, we can continue to explore the cutting-edge of experimental archaeology, expand our understanding of the distant past, and pass our passion for archaeology onto the next generation.

Join Butser Plus

Our supporter platform is the best way to contribute to our work, and get an insider view into our projects, research and life on the farm. No matter how big or small, every donation contributes to the running costs of the farm and enables us to create professional, high-quality documentaries about our work.

Take a look behind-the-scenes with our exclusive blog for Butser Plus supporters. From building plans and archive photos to animal births, archaeological experiments and the rhythms of farm life in the beautiful South Downs.

Our Beltain and Equinox festivals are the biggest and bestselling events on the Butser calendar. As a thank you for your support, Pioneer and Hero members receive exclusive access to ticket sales 24hrs ahead of the crowds.

Escape into the ancient past with videos exploring life at Butser Ancient Farm - all funded by our generous Butser Plus supporters. New videos are added regularly to keep you up to date with our latest projects!

Find out more about our supporters’ platform, from its origins during the pandemic, to our huge library of educational videos funded by our generous supporters. See how your donations have helped the farm thrive!

Butser Ancient Farm is a groundbreaking experimental archaeology site in the Hampshire South Downs, UK. For 50 years, we’ve been pioneering a hands-on, practical approach to understanding life in the ancient past, from the Stone Age to the Anglo-Saxons, using experimental archaeology to reconstruct ancient buildings and rediscover ancient skills.

We focus on research, education, conservation and community. Every year, we inspire thousands of young people and aspiring archaeologists, as well as creating opportunities for vulnerable and disadvantaged people in our community to get involved. We also help to preserve and protect old and critically endangered animals and crops, as well as support traditional crafts and skills. And of course, there’s our research: contributing to everyone’s knowledge of the past through experience and experimentation.

What do we do?

  • Butser Plus is a supporter platform for anyone who wants to contribute to the running costs of Butser Ancient Farm, an independent not-for-profit educational organisation in the heart of the English countryside.

  • You can choose to donate on a monthly basis, or for a whole year in one go by choosing your donation amount and entering your payment card details. All information you provide is securely encrypted and protected.

  • Your donation will help to support the educational and research work of Butser Ancient Farm, enabling us to maintain and develop the site and feed the farm animals! Butser Ancient Farm is a not-for-profit organisation that has been running for almost 50 years, sharing what life may have been like from the Stone Age to the Saxon periods to school groups, students and visitors. The Farm works with a wide range of archaeologists and universities to conduct research in order to further archaeological understanding.

    Butser also look after ancient rare-breed animals, helping these critically endangered breeds to thrive, and provides a safe site for ancient crops and plants working with the species recovery trust.

  • Definitely. You can switch plans, upgrade or make changes to your membership anytime.

Frequently Asked Questions

  • To create our video content, we have been lucky to have onboard Hollie Osborn, a highly accomplished producer and director, and the face behind the camera capturing all our incredible video footage. Hollie has worked on a variety of shows including the Attenborough series Africa, BBC One’s Farmer’s Country Showdown, and Channel 5’s Funniest Pets at Christmas (so she has no problem handling our rare breed animals!). Hollie’s expertise and keen eyes are what has allowed us to bring the essence of Butser onto your screen and into your home, wherever that may be.

  • Please get in touch if you have any issues regarding your Butser Plus account on admin@butserancientfarm.co.uk.

  • Memberships are flexible and can be canceled at any time from your account. You’ll retain access through the end of your current billing cycle.

  • You can reach us anytime and we will aim to respond quickly, depending on our opening hours. The best way to get in touch is to email admin@butserancientfarm.co.uk.