Where is Kingsbridge Cookworthy Museum?

Kingsbridge Cookworthy Museum is in Devon, South-West England, United Kingdom (postcode TQ7 1AW), in the parish of Kingsbridge.

How do I get to Kingsbridge Cookworthy Museum?

The nearest railway station is Kingsbridge Ria End, about 0.6 km away. Drivers can use postcode TQ7 1AW.

Is Kingsbridge Cookworthy Museum a protected site?

Yes — Kingsbridge Cookworthy Museum is part of the South Devon National Landscape (AONB).

How do I get to Kingsbridge Cookworthy Museum?

The nearest railway station is Kingsbridge Ria End, about 0.6 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode TQ7 1AW.

Museums · South West England

Kingsbridge Cookworthy Museum

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Kingsbridge Cookworthy Museum — a museum in england-south-west, United Kingdom.

Plan your visit

Typical visit: 1.5 h–3 h
Best time of year: Year-round
Nearest railway station: Kingsbridge Ria End · 0.6 km

Paid entry
Family-friendly
Limited wheelchair access

Kingsbridge Cookworthy Museum is a museum in england-south-west, United Kingdom, listed in the Wikipedia register of British heritage and tourism sites. See the linked Wikipedia article for full details.

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Official information

Kingsbridge Cookworthy Museum, located in the old Grammar School, showcases the social history of Kingsbridge and the South Hams through various permanent displays and special exhibitions. Visitors can explore collections including historical photographs, Cookworthy porcelain, and farm implements.

Protected designations

Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty: South Devon

Designations sourced from Natural England open data under OGL v3.

Place summary

Kingsbridge Cookworthy Museum is a museum located in South-West England. It showcases local history and heritage, with a focus on the area's agricultural and social development. The museum is housed in a historic building that reflects the architectural character of the region.

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Background

History

Kingsbridge Cookworthy Museum was opened in 1972 in derelict buildings once occupied by Kingsbridge Grammar School. Following a local campaign, English China Clays Ltd rescued the building and founded the museum. They also – along with the local council – contributed to its running costs. The Museum was named after William Cookworthy (1705 – 1780). He was born in Kingsbridge, and went on to base himself in Plymouth. The building was founded by Thomas Crispin who was born in Kingsbridge in 1608. He moved to Exeter in 1630, where he became prominent in the wool trade and Master of the Company of Weavers, Fullers and Shearers. As a thanksgiving to his home town, Crispin bought land at the top…

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Coordinates: 50.2874, -3.7780
County: Devon
District: South Hams
Parish: Kingsbridge
Postcode: TQ7 1AW
Parliamentary constituency: South Devon
Phone: 01548 853235
Nearest railway station: Kingsbridge Ria End — 0.6 km
Opening: Monday – Friday 10.30am – 3.30pm; Saturday 10.30am – 1.00pm; closed Sunday & Bank Holiday Mondays
Official site: kingsbridgemuseum.org.uk

Sources

wikipedia: Kingsbridge Cookworthy Museum (CC BY-SA 4.0)

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Frequently asked questions

Where is Kingsbridge Cookworthy Museum?: Kingsbridge Cookworthy Museum is in Devon, South-West England, United Kingdom (postcode TQ7 1AW), in the parish of Kingsbridge.
What is Kingsbridge Cookworthy Museum?: Kingsbridge Cookworthy Museum — a museum in england-south-west, United Kingdom.
How do I get to Kingsbridge Cookworthy Museum?: The nearest railway station is Kingsbridge Ria End, about 0.6 km away. Drivers can use postcode TQ7 1AW.
Is Kingsbridge Cookworthy Museum a protected site?: Yes — Kingsbridge Cookworthy Museum is part of the South Devon National Landscape (AONB).
How do I get to Kingsbridge Cookworthy Museum?: The nearest railway station is Kingsbridge Ria End, about 0.6 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode TQ7 1AW.