Topsham Museum

25 The Strand
Topsham
Exeter
Devon
EX3 0AX

Tel: +44 (0)1392 873 244
Email: museum@topsham.org.uk
Web: Attraction's Own Web Site

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Topsham Museum is housed in one of a group of late 17th Century Buildings overlooking the Exe Estuary. As well as the furnished period rooms of the house, visitors can also enjoy the displays of local history with a maritime background.

The Riverside Gallery houses the Cygnet and other examples of the maritme history of Topsham. There is a display of the wildlife on the Exe which has been developed with the RSPB.

Another attraction is the Vivien Leigh Room where the nightdress worn in 'Gone with the Wind' is on display.

Topsham Museum offers a surprising variety of displays and the 2011 Exhibition celebrates 150 years of the Exeter to Exmouth Railway'. The supplementary exhibitions start off with 'fabrics and Photos' An exhibition of wallhangings and photos by local experts.

Children are always welcome and a quiz and a trail provide an intersting afternoon for our younger visitors.



  • Home made teas

  • Riverside garden

  • Shop

  • Touch screen multimedia display

  • Disabled Access
    Opening Times
    (2011 times)
    2nd April to 31st October:
    Monday, Wednesday, Saturday and Sunday 2.00pm - 5.00pm.
    (and Thursdays throughout August)

    Teas served 2.30pm - 4.30pm.

    Group visits welcome by prior notice.

    Admission Charges
    (2011 prices)
    Free Admission.

    Directions
    300 yards from Topsham Quay - terminus of the 'T' bus from Exeter. Frequent train service from Exeter and Exmouth. Car parking nearby
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    Topsham Museum Postcode for SatNav: EX3 0AX

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