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

2008 - Opening 18 Mar 2008 - 31 Oct 2008

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