The Winnie the Pooh Shop and Pooh-seum!

Nestled on the edge of Ashdown Forest in Hartfield, East Sussex, Pooh Corner is nothing short of a pilgrimage site for fans of A.A. Milne’s whimsical tales of Winnie-the-Pooh and his friends. Whether you’re a casual visitor or a devoted aficionado, this charming spot serves up nostalgia and wonder in equal measure.

Just a short stroll from the actual 100-acre wood that inspired the beloved stories, Pooh Corner is a celebration of all things Pooh. Housed in a Grade II listed building originally built in 1703 as Sackville Cottage, this little gem of a destination combines history and charm in spades.

On offer here is a delightful trifecta: a restaurant serving up treats worthy of a Pooh-sized appetite, a gift shop packed with treasures, and a museum affectionately dubbed the “Pooh-seum.” The museum spans the last century of Winnie-the-Pooh, delving into the lives of his creators—A.A. Milne and illustrator E.H. Shepard—and the timeless magic they conjured.

Getting there couldn’t be simpler. Pooh Corner is conveniently located on Route 291, just a short walk from the Church Street bus stop in Hartfield. Upon arrival, you can pick up a free map and embark on an “Expotition” into Pooh Country, exploring enchanting locales like The Enchanted Places and the iconic Poohsticks Bridge.

For the uninitiated, Winnie-the-Pooh (aka Edward Bear, Pooh Bear, or simply Pooh) sprang to life in a children’s story commissioned by London’s Evening News for Christmas Eve in 1925. Inspired by a stuffed toy purchased for A.A. Milne’s son, Christopher Robin, and a bear at London Zoo, Pooh has since become a cornerstone of childhood around the world.

Pooh Corner is more than a destination—it’s an invitation to step into the world of honey pots, heffalumps, and heartwarming friendships.