Attraction in Brixham
Brixham Heritage Museum
Bolton Cross
Brixham
Devon
TQ5 8LZ
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The Museum is housed in the town's old police station. It has a large,
unique, collection of artefacts assembled over the last 50 years, which will
give you a fascinating insight into the history of Brixham. Displays
include the maritime heritage with scale model boats, trawler fishing
heritage, reconstructions of an 18th century cottage, a Victorian parlour
and nursery, the original 1900s police cell, the Brixham branch line railway
1868-1963, Prince William of Orange, and newly set up exhibition about the
living quarters in the Berry Head Barracks, 18C. Plus Henry Francis Lyte
exhibition ("Abide With Me") who was the Vicar of Lower Brixham.
Family History Research facilities. Giftshop and books for sale. Website
www.brixhamheritage.org.uk
Details
Months Open: 16 Feb-3 Apr 1000-1300; 5 Apr-30 Oct 1000-1700
Groups/Parties Welcome: Yes - Please pre-book
Discount for Groups: Yes
Admission Price: Adults: £1.50
Children/Concessions: 75p
More Attractions nearby
Where Bears are Born (0.22 miles)
Deep Exhibition (0.37 miles)
Berry Head National Nature Reserve (1.02 miles)
Greenway (3.10 miles)
Coleton Fishacre House and Garden (3.33 miles)
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