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The Great Britain Guide

Museums · East of England

The Ancient House Museum

In or near Poslingford.

Free admission♿ Wheelchair: limited

The Ancient House Museum — a museum in england-east, United Kingdom.

St Peter and Paul's Church, Clare - geograph.org.uk - 2981428

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Plan your visit

Typical visit
1.5 h–3 h
Best time of year
Year-round
Nearest railway station
Castle Hedingham · 9.2 km
  • Free entry
  • Family-friendly
  • Limited wheelchair access

About

The Ancient House Museum is a museum located in england-east, United Kingdom. Sourced from OpenStreetMap (ODbL licence); see local listings for visitor information, opening hours and admission details.

Photo gallery

See it from the streetimagery from 2024

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Official information

The Ancient House Museum is a Grade I Listed Building showcasing the history of Clare through various exhibitions. Visitors can explore themed displays that include local artifacts and learn about the building's historical significance and architectural features.

Place summary

The Ancient House Museum is a museum located in the East of England, postcode CO10. It showcases local history and heritage, housed in a building of historical significance.

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

Coordinates
52.0788, 0.5808
County
Suffolk
District
West Suffolk
Parish
Clare
Postcode
CO10 8NY
Parliamentary constituency
West Suffolk
Phone
07483 310634
Nearest railway station
Castle Hedingham9.2 km
Opening
Saturdays, Sundays and Bank Holidays 12.00 to 16.00; closed October to March

Sources

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Places to stay

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B&Bs · East of England

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Hotels · East of England

The Black Lion Hotel

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Campsites · East of England

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Places to eat & drink

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Frequently asked questions

Where is The Ancient House Museum?
The Ancient House Museum is in Suffolk, East of England, United Kingdom (postcode CO10 8NY), in the parish of Clare.
What is The Ancient House Museum?
The Ancient House Museum — a museum in england-east, United Kingdom.
How do I get to The Ancient House Museum?
The nearest railway station is Castle Hedingham, about 9.2 km away. Drivers can use postcode CO10 8NY.
How do I get to The Ancient House Museum?
Drivers can navigate to postcode CO10 8NY. It sits within the West Suffolk parliamentary constituency.