Bideford Railway Heritage Centre

The museum consists of a replica signal box built by members of BIRG, which houses many fascinating artefacts and displays of local railway interest on two floors. Outside of the museum on the re-laid tracks are numerous railway vehicles.

Website: www.bidefordrailway.co.uk

Tel: 01237 423585

Location: Bideford, Devon

 

 

North Devon Maritime Museum

This fascinating museum offers plenty of shipbuilding and seafaring history of the Appledore. Displays include historical exhibits, models, dioramas, photographs and paintings and cover a great deal of the region's maritime trades. 

Website: www.northdevonmaritimemuseum.co.uk

Tel: 01237 422064

Location: Odun Road, Appledore, Devon

 

 

Burton Museum and Art Gallery

An art gallery and museum with a lively programme of local and national touring exhibitions and craftwork.

Website: www.burtonartgallery.co.uk 

Tel: 01237 471455

Location: Bideford, Devon

 

 

Torrington Heritage Museum & Archive

Torrington Museum is located next to the Pannier Market entrance in the middle of Great Torrington and is run by volunteers. This friendly and free museum boasts a fantastic collection of objects detailing the diverse history of this ancient market town.

Website: www.torringtonmuseum.org.uk

Tel: 01805 624324

Location: Torrington, Devon

 

 

Croyde Gem, Rock and Shell Museum

Visit this unique museum of the world's colourful gemstones and shells. Examples of natural cut and polished stones. All types of lapidary machinery available.

Tel: 01271 890407

Location: Croyde, Devon

 

 

Holsworthy Museum

Small local history museum with rural and local crafts. Group viewings available by appointment only. (See website or phone for details)

Website: www.devonmuseums.net 

Tel: 01409 259337

Location: Holsworthy, Devon