WE ARE OPEN - 10:30 - 16:00
15/11/2021 - 30/04/2022
The theme for the Documentary Photography Open 2022 is announced! Free to enter with a public prize of £300.
16/10/2021 - 18/02/2022
Busy Hands showcases the ex-employees of Shapland and Petter who still use their wood-working skills today.
17/07/2021 - 08/01/2022
North Devon in 100 Objects celebrates the finest items in our collections, telling the greatest stories of our people and region.
The Rev. William Hore of Shebbear church and his significant collection of 600 seaweeds.
The story of Clara Peters' watercolor collection and her life at Arlington Court.
The intriguing Shapland and Petter furniture order from King Kong creator Edgar Wallace.
Named in honour of Bromley’s Cafe our tearoom is situated on the ground floor, where you can relax with beautiful views of the square.
The museum holds one of the countries finest collections of North Devon Pottery from the medieval period to present day.
Barnstaple's largest employer of the 20th century, the S&P collection includes some of the finest Arts and Crafts furniture.
The museum is home to the military collections of the Royal Devon Yeomanry.
Everyday objects used by the people of North Devon over the last five hundred years.
A rich collection of North Devon artists such as Frederick Richard Lee, Joseph Kennedy, Brian Chugg and Wilfred Avery.
Significant geology and minerals collection from Victorian collectors and the North Devon coastline.
There are many ways you can volunteer to care for North Devon’s heritage, helping to provide an amazing service to Barnstaple’s museum visitors.
Our supporters mean a huge amount to the museum. Whether its making a donation during your visit or leaving a legacy in your will.
Today’s opening times are :WE ARE OPEN - 10:30 - 16:00
