Museums · South West England
Newton Abbot Museum
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Newton Abbot Museum — museum in Newton Abbot, England, 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
- Newton Abbot · 1.1 km
- Free entry
- Family-friendly
- Wheelchair accessible
About
Newton Abbot Museum is a museum in Devon, South-West England. Built or established in 1988, it dates from the modern period. It sits within the Newton Abbot parliamentary constituency. The nearest railway station is Newton Abbot, about 1.1 km away. Postcode area TQ12.
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Official information
Newton Abbot Museum is located in a restored Victorian church and showcases the history and stories of Newton Abbot. Visitors can explore hands-on displays and fascinating collections that highlight local legends, historic industries, and the town's development.
Place summary
Newton Abbot Museum is a modern museum located in Newton Abbot, Devon, South-West England. Established in 1988, it showcases the local history and heritage of the area. The museum serves as a resource for residents and visitors alike, offering insights into the town's past.
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- Coordinates
- 50.5287, -3.6143
- County
- Devon
- District
- Teignbridge
- Parish
- Newton Abbot
- Postcode
- TQ12 1JQ
- Parliamentary constituency
- Newton Abbot
- Established
- 1988
- Nearest railway station
- Newton Abbot — 1.1 km
- Opening
- Tuesday to Saturday 9.30am – 4.30pm; closed Sundays, Mondays and Bank Holidays
- Official site
- museum-newtonabbot.org.uk
Sources
- wikidata: Q113370038 (CC0)
- commons: Newton Abbot (2026-01-04) 061.jpg (CC BY-SA 4.0)
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Newton Abbot Museum?
- Newton Abbot Museum is in Devon, South-West England, United Kingdom (postcode TQ12 1JQ), in the parish of Newton Abbot.
- What is Newton Abbot Museum?
- Newton Abbot Museum — museum in Newton Abbot, England, United Kingdom.
- How do I get to Newton Abbot Museum?
- The nearest railway station is Newton Abbot, about 1.1 km away. Drivers can use postcode TQ12 1JQ.
- When was Newton Abbot Museum built?
- Built or established in 1988.
- How do I get to Newton Abbot Museum?
- The nearest railway station is Newton Abbot, about 1.1 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode TQ12 1JQ.