Dawlish Museum

The Knowle
Barton Terrace
Dawlish
Devon
EX7 9QH

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Knowle House was built as a gentleman's residence in 1805. It now houses various collections donated by the people of Dawlish. These collections include victoriana, militaria, local industries and crafts.

The major displays cover Victorian Room settings, Militaria, Toys and Local Industry. The museum holds the collection of Chapman's postcards and photos of the early 20th century taken by a local business man.

Dawlish Museum celebrates its fortieth anniversary in 2008. New displays this year include a tribute to John Gilpin, the ballet dancer, Holidays and holiday memories, the dressmaker's visit,150 years of weddings dresses, Dawlish Disability Transport exhibit, Fred Holman's Olympic 1908 gold medal and much more.

11 galleries on three floors. Now open new education room, funded by HLF, for use by school groups and special parties. Ring for details.

General Information:

  • Wheelchair access to ground floor, stair lift to first floor
  • Video coverage of upper floors available
  • Toilets
  • Parking
  • Shop



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    Opening Times
    (2008 times)
    1st May to 30th September:
    Monday to Friday 10.30am - 5.00pm. Saturday and Sunday 2.00pm - 5.00pm.

    Admission Charges
    (2008 prices)
    Adult £2.00; Concession/Child £1.00; Family 2 adults + 2 children £5.00.

    Directions
    Dawlish is on the A379 between Exeter and Torbay.
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    Dawlish Museum Postcode for SatNav: EX7 9QH

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