Mortehoe Museum

★★★★★ 4.6/5 (789 reviews) Excellent

About This Museum

People find their way to the Mortehoe Museum not just for a dose of history, but for the dramatic tales of the coast itself. It’s a place that feels deeply connected to the village's past, especially its treacherous maritime history. You'll spend an hour completely absorbed in stories of local life and the shipwrecks that happened just offshore. It’s a small, personal museum that leaves you with a real sense of this community's resilience.

Collection Highlights

The gripping accounts of shipwrecks on the rugged coastline are the main draw, told through salvaged artefacts and photographs. Alongside these dramatic tales, you'll find charming exhibits on everyday village life through the ages.

Visitor Information

After exploring, don't miss the craft and souvenir shop located right inside the historic barn – it's the perfect spot to find a unique local keepsake.

Architecture & Building

The museum is delightfully housed in a characterful Grade II listed barn, full of rustic charm and historic atmosphere.

Contact & Location

Address: Woolacombe, North Devon, Devon, Devon and Torbay, England, EX34 7BP, United Kingdom

Phone: +44 1271 870028

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