Opening hours

Summer opening hours (1st April – 31st October)

• Monday CLOSED
• Tuesday – Saturday 10:00am – 5:00pm
• Sunday 11.00am – 5.00pm
• Bank Holidays 11.00am – 4.00pm

Shop closed lunchtime most days (1.00pm – 2.00pm). The shop may also be closed at other times when the Museum is open. Please call in advance if shop visit is essential.

Winter opening times (1st November – 31st March)

• Monday-Wednesday CLOSED
• Thursday-Saturday 10.00am – 4.00pm
• Sunday 11.00am – 4.00pm

The Museum is closed between Christmas and New Year.

Museum facilities

Contact the museum on 01305 848237 or email [email protected] for further information.

• Free parking
• Access for people with disabilities and mobility issues.
• There is a lay-by for coach parking on Dorchester Road directly in front of the museum.
• Souvenirs, memorabilia and gifts available for sale
• Large garden and grounds with seating available.

Well behaved dogs are generally allowed inside the shop and museum but may be asked to wait outside if it is particularly busy or other visitors are concerned. Dogs can be exercised in the adjacent Festival Field.