Ilfracombe Museum boasts a fascinating collection of over 20,000 items of natural history, victoriana, maritime, minerals, archaeology, maps, paintings, photos, militaria and costume related to local history, all gathered lovingly by curators and trustees for 65 years. Ilfracombe Museum also offers a Brass Rubbing Centre and links to the Heritage Harbour, Lantern Hill, Lifeboat House, Landmark Theatre, coastal walks, rock pool beaches and local gardens.

New for 1999 All you need to know about the Island of Lundy, with its own exhibition area. You will find exciting new displays of Ethnographic Collections, local and family history. Researchers are more than welcome to come and use the facilities available.

Location:

Follow the A361 from Barnstaple to Ilfracombe town centre, then follow signs to the seafront. Ilfracombe Museum is situated next to the Landmark Theatre.

Ilfracombe Museum
Wilder Road, Ilfracombe
North Devon
EX34 8AF
Tel: 01271 863541
http://www.devonheritage.com/ilfracombe/index.htm

Opening Times:

Easter to October, daily from 10:00am - 5:30pm
November to Easter, Monday to Friday 10:00am - 12:30pm