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Bridport Museum
From Romans to rope-making. Bridport Museum tells the unique story of the town from its Saxon origins. This includes the towns world famous rope and net trade and the stories of everyday people. There is a display of artefacts from a nearby Roman hill fort you can even try on a toga! Temporary exhibitions change annually. The local history centre , situated nearby, is an extensive resource for family and local historians.
Opening Times
2012 - Opening 31/03/2012 - 03/11/2012
Monday 10:00 - 17:00
Tuesday 10:00 - 17:00
Wednesday 10:00 - 17:00
Thursday 10:00 - 17:00
Friday 10:00 - 17:00
Saturday 10:00 - 17:00
Sunday Closed
Tickets Information
| Ticket Type | Ticket Tariff* |
|---|---|
| FREE ADMISSION | free |
Note: Prices are a guide only and may change on a daily basis.
Road Directions
Nearest major road is A35. From Dorchester: Turn into town along East Street from BP garage. At traffic lights turn left, museum is 50m on left. From Exeter: Turn left at Bridport turning, follow road into town centre. At traffic lights turn right, 50m on left.
Public Transport Directions
Nearest station is Dorchester. By bus or taxi to Bridport.
Facilities
Attraction Facilities
- Shop
Provider Preferences
- In town/city centre
- Indoor Attraction
- No Smoking Attraction
Accessibility
- Facilities for Visually Impaired Visitors - Files with photographs of exhibitions and texts are available.
- Guide Dogs Permitted
- Ramp/Level Access
Payment Methods
- Groups Accepted - Essential to prebook.
- Max group size - 30
- Min group size - 12
- Special group rates
Specialist Features
- Family Fun
- Marketed towards children
- Marketed towards families
- Marketed towards senior citizens
Tours and Demonstrations
- Educational Visits Accepted
- Guided Tours Available for Groups
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