Ilfracombe Museum
Ilfracombe museum is full of the curious and the wonderful! We have a fascinating and eclectic collection arranged over eight rooms; there is something here for everyone. Highlights of the collection include drawers of insects and butterflies from Britain and around the world.
We have African, Asian and South American exhibits too. Closer to home, find out about Ilfracombe’s seafaring past in the Maritime room, and the history of our town in the Ilfracombe gallery. There is a ship-to-shore radio station where you can have a go at tapping out Morse code, and handling objects for younger visitors. Researchers can access our archives, on purchasing a researcher's ticket. The museum has a great value shop stocked with jewellery, children's toys, books, gems and minerals. Ilfracombe museum is a self-supported charity trust and your entrance fee directly supports our work. Winner of a Tripadvisor Certificate of Excellence 2017.
Admission & prices
Opening Times
WINTER: Nov - Mar: Tue - Fri: 10.00-1.00
SUMMER: From April - Oct: Monday To Saturday: 10.00-5.00, last admissions at 4.30
Admission: Adults £5.00 Seniors & Concessions 4.00 Children up to 16 FREE
Ilfracombe Museum Trust CIO is an independent charity (Reg No: 1169969), which is not funded by the Local Authority. We rely on the generosity of our visitors and supporters through admission fees, shop sales and donations.
Your ticket price includes a voluntary donation of 10% to Ilfracombe Museum. If you are a taxpayer, we can claim an extra 25% on top of your admission charge from the Taxman, when you complete a Gift Aid Form.
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Information
Disabled access with exhibits on one level. Parking outside the museum in pay and display car park Toilet ( not disable accessible) Cafe and disabled toilet next door at Landmark Theatre
Disabled access:
We are on one level throughout, and all but one small gallery is wheelchair and mobility scooter accessible. We have free audio guides for those who have difficulty reading text. There is pay and display parking right outside the museum.
Gift Shop, Brass Rubbing ( small charge ). Childrens' school holiday events.
Researchers:
a research ticket gives you access to archives, photographs, town newspapers, parish records. Enquiries are welcome via email or in person, charges may apply.
Group visits can be arranged. Booked school parties are free of charge, please contact us for more information.
Runnymede Gardens
Wilder Road
Ilfracombe
EX34 8AF
T: 01271 863541
E: info.ilfracombemuseum@gmail.com
Runnymede Gardens
Wilder Road
Ilfracombe, DEVON EX34 8AF