West Wales Museum of Childhood |
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The Museum of Childhood at Llangeler is more than a toy museum, it is an extensive collection of all things to do with childhood. In addition to the usual dolls, teddies, cars and trains, the collection has textiles, costume, a schoolroom and "Memory Lane" - a time line of showcases that takes the visitor through the twentieth century illustrated with toys and other artefacts.
As children, we all grow up in an adult world and this is amply demonstrated with examples of old telephones, phonographs, gas masks, tableware, costume, magazines, and branded goods right through to the introduction of mobile phones and personal computers.
Having in excess of 10,000 exhibits, the museum attracts the curious as well as the serious collector; it also has appeal for students of all ages. There is a splendid educational resource to be found on the museum web site, designed for easy download by teachers and students alike.
The museum is housed in traditional stone Welsh farm buildings (one of which was an original Long House), all arranged around the old farmyard that stands along with the late 18th century farmhouse, in twelve acres of beautiful Carmarthenshire countryside.
Car park, tea room, gift shop and all parts of the museum have level access.
A play area and picnic tables are provided for the use of visitors. Coach parties are welcome.
We also operate a Camping and Caravanning Club Certificated Site.
We are proud of the facilities we have on site with a 24 hour modern toilet block which is well-lit, with baby changing facility and easy access suite, hot running showers, sluice for chemical toilets, and NOW - electric hook-ups for all five caravan pitches.
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Opening Times
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(2011 times)
Museum, Shop and Tea Room: Open from 10.00 am to 6.00 pm. Summer: Open 7 days. Winter (Oct to Jun): Closed Wednesdays |
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Admission Charges
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(2011 prices)
Admission to the tea room and shop is free.Admission to The Museum: Adult 5.00 Concessions 4.50 Child 3.50 (no charge if under 5 years old) Family ticket 14.00 (2 adults, up to 3 children) Group Rates (12 or more per group): Adult 4.50 Senior ( 60 years old or over) 4.00 Junior (up to 18 years old) 3.00 Schools (students and staff) 3.00 per head School trips and student groups (arranged by appointment, teachers may attend for free preview ) Camping and Caravanning charges Caravan, camper van £10.00 per night Trailer tent £10.00 p.n. Tent (max 4 berth) £6.00 p.n. Tent (over 4 berth) £8.00 p.n. Hook-ups £2.00 extra per night |
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Directions
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We are on the main A484 Carmarthen to Cardigan road, one mile north of Llangeler. The 460/461 bus (Carmarthen - Cardigan) will stop at our main entrance when requested. |
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West Wales Museum of Childhood Postcode for SatNav: SA44 5EY |
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Nearby Attractions
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National Coracle Centre
(5 Miles)*
The National Coracle Centre is situated beside the beautiful Cenarth Falls, and houses a unique collection of coracles from all over the world, including Tibet, India, Iraq, Vietnam and North America |
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Bro Meigan Gardens
(10 Miles)*
The 6.5 acres of gardens overlook the Preseli Hills and are perfect for gardeners, artists, photographers, birdwatchers and wildlife enthusiasts. |
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Cilgerran Castle
(10 Miles)*
Cilgerran's towers appear amongst woods on the rim of a steep gorge in the Teifi Valley. The timeworn, beautifully located castle has a romantic air. |
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