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The Great Britain Guide

Museums · South West England

Edward Jenner Museum

In or near Sharpness.

Paid admission♿ Wheelchair: limited££

Edward Jenner Museum — a museum in england-west-midlands, United Kingdom.

Rebuilt 18th century wall, Berkeley - geograph.org.uk - 3551094

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Plan your visit

Typical visit
1.5 h–3 h
Best time of year
Year-round
Nearest railway station
Lydney · 5.7 km
  • Paid entry
  • Family-friendly
  • Limited wheelchair access

About

Edward Jenner Museum is a museum located in england-west-midlands, United Kingdom. Sourced from OpenStreetMap (ODbL licence); see local listings for visitor information, opening hours and admission details.

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Official information

The Edward Jenner Museum is dedicated to the life and work of Edward Jenner, the pioneer of vaccination. Visitors can explore his historic home, the gardens, and the Temple of Vaccinia, which served as the world's first vaccination clinic. The museum offers insights into Jenner's contributions to medicine and the ongoing legacy of vaccination.

Protected designations

  • Site of Special Scientific Interest: Severn Estuary SSSI
  • Ramsar wetland: Severn Estuary

Designations sourced from Natural England open data under OGL v3.

Place summary

The Edward Jenner Museum is located in the West Midlands, postcode GL13. This museum is dedicated to the life and work of Edward Jenner, the pioneer of vaccination. It provides insights into his contributions to medical science.

AI-generated from the structured facts on this page (operator, designation, listing, era). Not a substitute for visiting.

Coordinates
51.6903, -2.4573
County
Gloucestershire
District
Stroud
Parish
Berkeley
Postcode
GL13 9BN
Parliamentary constituency
Stroud
Phone
+44 1453 810631
Nearest railway station
Lydney5.7 km
Opening
Sunday to Wednesday, 11am - 4pm; closed for private events on specific dates
Official site
jennermuseum.com

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Frequently asked questions

Where is Edward Jenner Museum?
Edward Jenner Museum is in Gloucestershire, the West Midlands, United Kingdom (postcode GL13 9BN), in the parish of Berkeley.
What is Edward Jenner Museum?
Edward Jenner Museum — a museum in england-west-midlands, United Kingdom.
How do I get to Edward Jenner Museum?
The nearest railway station is Lydney, about 5.7 km away. Drivers can use postcode GL13 9BN.
Is Edward Jenner Museum a protected site?
Yes — Edward Jenner Museum is part of the Severn Estuary SSSI Site of Special Scientific Interest and the Severn Estuary Ramsar wetland.
How do I get to Edward Jenner Museum?
The nearest railway station is Lydney, about 5.7 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode GL13 9BN.