Visit Us
Everything you need to know to plan your trip to Butser
Opening Times
Please note we are closed Saturday 19th September, for the Equinox Viking Boat Burn Festival.
We will reopen for general admission on Sunday 20th September from 11am.
We are currently closed to general admission on weekdays. We are open to the public on Saturdays, Sundays and Bank Holiday Mondays, with additional weekday opening during Hampshire school holidays.
Saturdays & Sundays: 10am - 4pm
Bank Holiday Mondays: 10am - 4pm
Hampshire school holidays: Wednesday–Sunday, 10am–4pm
Our opening time is 10am - 4pm, with last admission at 2:30pm. Most visits last between two and five hours.
Admission Prices
Book online to save £1 per ticket!
Free parking
We have free hardstanding and field parking on site at Butser. Please car share where possible to help save the planet!
Health & safety
We are a working farm with open fires, farm equipment and other tools on site. If you are visiting with children, their safety is your responsibility so please keep them with you at all times.
Accessibility
Please note our historic buildings feature open fires. Air quality is generally good but we can’t guarantee a lack of smoke.
For more information about accessibility at Butser, please see here →
Dogs welcome
Well-behaved dogs are welcome at Butser Ancient Farm, but please respect our livestock and other visitors by keeping them on a lead and cleaning up after them.
Food & drink
We have snacks, cakes and hot and cold drinks available in our shop, as well as sandwiches during our busiest times (while stocks last). You are also welcome to bring your own picnic.
Discounts
Great days out for less! Explore our range of discounts and offers here, or become an annual passholder to enjoy the magic of Butser all year round.
Getting to Us
We’re two minutes off the A3 and are easily accessible from London, Portsmouth, and beyond. Get directions →
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Our nearest airports are Southampton and Gatwick. See where to stay locally →
Our nearest train station is Petersfield.
We are on the Number 37 bus line from Petersfield to Clanfield; get off by the Hampshire Hog pub in Clanfield and walk 20 minutes along the road to Butser.
Please remember to check bus and train times before planning your journey!
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Petersfield Taxis: 01730 303030
Petersfield Station Taxi Rank: 0845 600 0650
5 Ways Cars: 01730 260442
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Normally we can’t allow people to stay overnight on site unless it is part of an event or workshop offering. There is a wide range of accommodation nearby.