Museums · South West England
Axminster Museum
In or near All Saints.
Axminster Museum — a museum in england-south-west, United Kingdom.
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Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 1.5 h–3 h
- Best time of year
- Year-round
- Nearest railway station
- Axminster · 0.5 km
- Paid entry
- Family-friendly
- Limited wheelchair access
About
Axminster Museum is a museum located in england-south-west, United Kingdom. Sourced from OpenStreetMap (ODbL licence); see local listings for visitor information, opening hours and admission details.
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Official information
Axminster Museum, located in the heart of Axminster, showcases the town's rich history, particularly its famous carpet-making heritage. Visitors can explore interactive displays, temporary exhibitions, and participate in community events, all within a restored Georgian building that once housed a carpet factory.
Protected designations
- Site of Special Scientific Interest: River Axe SSSI
- Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty: East Devon
- Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty: Blackdown Hills
Designations sourced from Natural England open data under OGL v3.
Place summary
Axminster Museum is located in South-West England. The museum showcases the history and heritage of the Axminster area, featuring a range of exhibits that reflect local culture and industry.
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- Coordinates
- 50.7815, -2.9987
- County
- Devon
- District
- East Devon
- Parish
- Axminster
- Postcode
- EX13 5AJ
- Parliamentary constituency
- Honiton and Sidmouth
- Phone
- +44 1297 639884
- Nearest railway station
- Axminster — 0.5 km
- Opening
- Tuesday to Friday 10am–4pm; Saturday 10am–1pm; closed Monday and Wednesday
- Official site
- axminsterheritage.org
Sources
- osm: node/354697087 (ODbL)
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Axminster Museum?
- Axminster Museum is in Devon, South-West England, United Kingdom (postcode EX13 5AJ), in the parish of Axminster.
- What is Axminster Museum?
- Axminster Museum — a museum in england-south-west, United Kingdom.
- How do I get to Axminster Museum?
- The nearest railway station is Axminster, about 0.5 km away. Drivers can use postcode EX13 5AJ.
- Is Axminster Museum a protected site?
- Yes — Axminster Museum is part of the River Axe SSSI Site of Special Scientific Interest and the East Devon National Landscape (AONB).
- How do I get to Axminster Museum?
- The nearest railway station is Axminster, about 0.5 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode EX13 5AJ.