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Bishopsteignton Museum of Rural Life
Introduction

The collection consists of items donated by local residents and illustrates the diversity of village life over the years, at work and at play.

World Wars
A selection of  documents and posters relating to waretime.
Farming
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A Display of agricultural artefacts.

Toys and Models
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A fine example of ship modelling by a local craftsman.

Geology
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A comprehensive display of local land formation and geology

Local Maps
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A 3 dimensional relief map of the village in 1891.

We also have several local tithe maps.