Ashby De La Zouch Museum
About This Museum
Tucked away on North Street in the heart of Ashby-de-la-Zouch, this museum feels like stepping into a well-kept local secret. It’s a place where the town’s rich history, from its medieval castle connections to its 19th-century industrial buzz, is told with genuine charm. You won't find sprawling, impersonal galleries here; instead, intimate rooms are packed with curiosities that feel personally collected. It’s the kind of spot where you can easily lose an hour, completely absorbed in the stories of this unique corner of Leicestershire.
Collection Highlights
Look for the intricate Bosworth Carving, a stunning alabaster piece rescued from a local church, and relics that tell the tale of the town's famous castle siege. The museum also delves into Ashby's spa town era and its later life dominated by hosiery and coal mining, with tools and personal items that make the past feel immediate.
Visitor Information
Entry is free, though donations are always welcome to help keep this community gem running. It's open on Saturdays and weekday afternoons—best to check their social media for the most current hours before you pop in.
Architecture & Building
Housed in a handsome, traditional stone building that blends seamlessly with the historic character of North Street, its unassuming exterior gives little hint of the treasures waiting inside.
Contact & Location
Address: North Street, Ashby-de-la-Zouch, North West Leicestershire, Leicestershire, England, LE65 1HU, United Kingdom
Phone: +44 1530 587530
Website: Visit Website
