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Sherborne Museum
The museum houses a collection of items based on local history, with a large archive collection of photographs, pictures and drawings related to the town, its environs and characters. Permanent displays include Roman history and earlier, the Abbey from 705, Sherborne Old Castle from 1136, Sherborne Castle from 1594, the Silk Industry in the 18th and 19th Centuries and a fine Victorian Dolls House.
Opening Times
Open All Year
Winter/Spring 01/01/2011 - 29/03/2011
Monday Closed
Tuesday 10:30 - 12:30
Wednesday Closed
Thursday 10:30 - 12:30
Friday Closed
Saturday Closed
Sunday Closed
Bank Holiday Closed
Summer 30/03/2011 - 06/11/2011
Monday Closed
Tuesday 10:30 - 16:30
Wednesday 10:30 - 16:30
Thursday 10:30 - 16:30
Friday 10:30 - 16:30
Saturday 10:30 - 16:30
Sunday Closed
Bank Holiday Closed
Autumn/Winter 07/11/2011 - 31/12/2011
Tickets Information
| Ticket Type | Ticket Tariff* |
|---|---|
| Adult | from £1.00 |
| Children, concession & members | free |
Note: Prices are a guide only and may change on a daily basis.
Road Directions
Nearest major road is A30. Coming from Shaftesbury turn left down Cheap Street. At the bottom of which is the Museum on the right by the conduit.
Public Transport Directions
Nearest station is Sherborne. On leaving Sherborne station, walk along Digby Road to Sherborne Abbey. Ascend the steps to the right of the Abbey and bear right into Church Lane.
Facilities
Provider Preferences
- In town/city centre
- Indoor Attraction
- No Smoking Attraction
Accessibility
- Facilities for Hearing Impaired Visitors - Loop system to be installed.
- Guide Dogs Permitted
- Ramp/Level Access
- Toilets for Disabled Visitors
Payment Methods
- Approx length of visit - 01:30
- Groups Accepted - Essential to prebook.No.
- Max group size - 20
- Min group size - 6
- Open by appointment outside normal opening times
Specialist Features
- Marketed towards children
- Marketed towards families
Tours and Demonstrations
- Educational Visits Accepted
- Guided Tours Available for Groups
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