Our story, kept safe

Discover the history of our community

Objects, photographs and stories that show how this place became what it is. Visit with family, with friends or with your class.

Why choose us

Why visit

History you can see, touch and talk about.

Real objects, real stories

Collections gathered from local families and archives.

For all ages

Trails and activities for children and adults.

Guided visits

Friendly guides who bring the past to life.

What we offer

Collections and visits

Plenty to see in an afternoon.

  1. Permanent collections

    Objects and photographs from every era.

    A photographer with a camera floating in front of an autumn forest
  2. Temporary exhibitions

    New themes through the year.

    A camera on a wooden table by a window
  3. Guided tours

    Join a tour or book one for a group.

    A professional camera and lenses on a dark surface
  4. School programmes

    Hands-on learning linked to the classroom.

    A woman in a yellow sweater taking a photo among trees
A woman in a yellow sweater taking a photo among trees

About us

A museum for everyone

We care for the objects, photographs and memories that tell the story of our town. Our volunteers and staff are glad to share them, and to hear your own stories too.

  • Real objects, real stories
  • For all ages
  • Guided visits

Testimonials

What our clients say

What our customers say.

My children loved the hands-on room and I learned so much.

Visitor one Family visit

The guide made our class trip unforgettable.

Teacher one School group

A treasure for the town, and so well looked after.

Visitor two Local resident
5,000 +
Objects in the collection
12
Galleries and rooms
40 +
Years open
20 +
Events a year

Questions and answers

Quick answers to what people ask us most.

How do I visit?

Check the opening hours on this page and come in. Groups are welcome to book ahead.

Is it suitable for children?

Yes. We have trails and activities for children, and the galleries are easy to walk around.

Can I donate an object?

We are glad to hear about local objects and photographs. Contact us first, and our team will talk it through.

Come and explore

Plan your visit, or bring your class.