Update 15 Feb 2022 You can book a ticket in advance to be sure of your visit. Face coverings are advised in the museum becuase the building is not well ventilated . Please book your tickets here

Welcome to Ilfracombe Museum

Ilfracombe Museum Trust CIO

Explore a world of curiosities at our friendly museum. Discover the story of Ilfracombe’s rich history and find objects from around the world. Be amazed at the variety of our collections, from natural history and archaeology, art and photography, costume and domestic history. There’s something here for everyone to enjoy.

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We are open Mon to Saturday. We strongly recommend booking in advance.

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Explore a world of curiosities at our friendly museum

Ilfracombe’s great value family attraction

A fascinating place to visit come rain or shine

Overflowing with the curious and the wonderful, we have unimaginable finds from around the world – from a shrunken head to pickled bats! There is something here for everyone and children visit free! A great experience for all the family.

The whole family will be intrigued by the variety of displays. Peer into drawers and peek into cupboards; wander through eight different rooms and uncover the museum’s hidden treasures. You won’t be disappointed by your visit to one of North Devon’s best museums!

There’s more to discover than you’d ever imagine!

Museum gift shop – browse our great gift range

Children’s quizzes, brass rubbing & regular children’s activities.

Under 16s FREE. Disabled access.

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Isn't this just gorgeous? Coronation Party 1953. $Isn't this just gorgeous? Coronation Party 1953. Have you have had a party this good recently or in the dim and distant past? We want your photos. We are collecting group photos of celebrations of birthdays, anniversaries, sport teams or anything else joyful and wild. To be put on display during the Jubilee weekend to show Ilfracombe celebrations through the ages, from 1953 onwards. Email: collections.ilfracombemuseum@gmail.com or bring them in with the location, names, date and any memories you have. This will be much appreciated 🥳🥳🥳🥳 #ilfracombeharbour #ilfracombedevon #ilfracombearttrail #ilfracombememories #ilfracombemediaartscollege #ilfracombefootballclub #ilfracomberugbyclub #ilfracombegolfclub #ilfracombeaquarium #ilfracombetowncouncil #ilfracomberoundtable #ilfracombeprincess #visitilfracombe$

We will be making crowns, mini queens and union fl $We will be making crowns, mini queens and union flag lanterns. #ilfracombemuseum #kidscraft #devonmuseums #platinumjubliee$

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Do you remember this event to mark the Queens Gold $Do you remember this event to mark the Queens Golden Jubilee in 2002? We want to hear from you about your memories of all sorts of celebrations you've experienced in Ilfracombe over the last 70 years, not just Royal events but also Victorian weeks, Carnivals, Light the lights etc. We'd love to see your photos or record your verbal reminiscences, please pop into the museum or get in touch by phone, email or messange. #ilfracombemuseum #devonmuseums #platinumjubilee #celebrations$

Did you visit Ilfracombe Museum on or around Thurs $Did you visit Ilfracombe Museum on or around Thursday 7th April and leave your coat behind? There's something important in the pocket, if you can describe it you can claim it! #ilfracombemuseum$

Your Museum needs you! Ilfracombe museum is lookin $Your Museum needs you! Ilfracombe museum is looking for volunteers for the front desk. Sessions are for the morning or afternoon. To find out more email info.ilfracombemuseum@gmail.com, or ring 01271 863541 or pop in soon! #ilfracombemuseum$

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Ilfracombe Museum needs you! If you think you cou $Ilfracombe Museum needs you! If you think you could spare a Saturday morning or afternoon to work on our front desk please get in touch. info.ilfracombemuseum@gmail.com$

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Join us for our Easter kids craft activities, we'l $Join us for our Easter kids craft activities, we'll be making origami bookmarks, bunny baskets and Easter cards. 🐰 #ilfracombemuseum #easterkidsfuncrafts #ilfracombe$

Despite the weather, Its summer at the museum! Fro $Despite the weather, Its summer at the museum! From Saturday 2nd April we'll be open from Monday to Saturday 10am - 5pm. We have something for everyone, exhibits on working life in Ilfracombe, our Maritime past, WW1, historic costume, taxidermy and much more. Have a go at Brass rubbing, children's trails or even Morse code and of course you can enjoy our lovely shop. Pop down and see us soon! #summer2022 #ilfracombemuseum #devonmuseums ☀️$

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