Find out about: Teign Heritage Centre Home to Teignmouth and Shaldon Museum
About Us
Teignmouth and Shaldon are beautiful. They are not, however, just pretty places! Products of a turbulent past and the strivings of succeeding generations, Teignmouth and Shaldon have colourful and absorbing stories to tell. The stories are told in the Museum - what happened, when and who the players were.
About the sea and the land, of war and of peace, of interactions with far-off places and the development of domestic industries. It tells of heroes who shaped the history of the area, of Pellew, Brunel and Luny and of its people whose legacy is ours to enjoy. The Morgan Giles Shipyard which employed hundreds of skilled men and was so important to Teignmouth before, during and after WWII.
Facilities
We have a roof terrace where you can sit and relax - weather permitting!
There are a number of cafes within level walking distance of the Museum.
Our Next Event
Another Event at the Teign Heritage Centre
When: 01 June 2012 to 05 June 2012
Where: 29 French Street, Teignmouth TQ14 8ST
Friday 1st June to Tuesday 5th June
Teignmouth Art International Exhibition
If you would like more details please call the Museum on 01626 777041
or email info@teignheritage.org.uk
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Our Collections
We have collections describing the life and times of the people of Teignmouth and Shaldon.
Just as a taster these include:
The French raid of 1690.
The Church Rocks Wreck found just off the beach at Teignmouth by a young boy out swimming.
The devastation caused during World War II.
Our Victorian Bathing Machine
Admiral Sir Edward Pellew & Battle of Algiers
Izambard Kingdom Brunel and his railway.
The story of Haldon Aerodrome
Old Teignmouth pier machines.
The Ball Clay, taken down the River Teign for delivery far afield.
The Newfoundland Cod Trade.....
It's easier to come and see for yourself
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2012 ADMISSION TIMES
Open from 1 March to 31 March. Tuesday to Saturday 10.00 to 4.30pm.
Additional opening times for Easter weekend - Sunday 8th and Monday 9th April 2pm to 5pm.
Open rest of April to September; Tuesday to Saturday 10.00am to 5.00pm.
Open 2 October to 30 November Tuesday to Saturday 10.00am to 4.30pm.
2012 ADMISSION PRICES
Adult visitors: £2.50 per person
Children under 18 £1 unless with an adult.
Children under 11 must be accompanied by an adult
Disabled access to all floors
If you are a Member you have free admission. -
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Situated opposite Teignmouth Railway Station and within level walking distance of Teignmouth town centre -
Teignmouth & Shaldon Museum
Teign Heritage Centre
29 French Street
Teignmouth
TQ14 8ST
T: 01626 777041
E: info@teignheritage.org.uk
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1. Dawlish Museum
(Distance: 1 to 5 miles)
2. Bishopsteignton Museum of Rural Life
(Distance: 1 to 5 miles)
3. Newton Abbot Town and GWR Museum
(Distance: 5 to 10 miles) -
After many years of fundraising and with assistance from numerous people and organisations we have built an annexe to Teignmouth & Shaldon Museum which is named the Teign Heritage Centre. With a great deal of hard work and dedication we were proud to open our doors to the public on 28th May 2011. We look forward to your visit. We are sure you will not be disappointed.
