Discover the world of microscopy at Down House on 22–23 August, with a special weekend organised by English Heritage in collaboration with the Quekett Microscopical Club. Explore how Charles Darwin used microscopes in his research, see microscopy in action today, and...
Charles Darwin Trust Trustee Prof. Jim Costa has returned from leading a field course in Ecuador, where participants explored the country’s extraordinary biodiversity while learning about evolution, ecology and conservation in the field. Read more about the...
The trustees of the Charles Darwin Trust met in person at Down House for one of our regular trustee meetings. While we usually meet online, it was a real pleasure to spend time together at such a special place, enjoy the gardens, and meet some of the wonderful staff...
Sat 16 May 2026 1 – 4pm Visit Down House for a talk from James Costa for the launch of his new book penned with Elizabeth E Yale ‘The Descent of Man- An Annotated Edition of Charles Darwin’s Classic Work’ followed by a tour of the garden with the Down House...
In a wonderful new interview for the Gardeners’ World podcast, Down House Head Gardener Antony O’Rourke takes us behind the garden walls. Antony beautifully brings Darwin’s “living laboratory” to life, sharing how the grounds weren’t just a place of...
We are looking forward to an upcoming international event taking place this May at the Orto Botanico di Padova in Italy, the oldest university botanic garden in the world and UNESCO World heritage Site. Our Trustee, Chiara Ceci, and Down House Head Gardener, Antony...
