Top Things to do in South Devon
Top 10 Specialty Museums in South Devon, England
Discover the best top things to do in South Devon, United Kingdom including Totnes Image Bank Photographic Archive, Moretonhampstead Motor Museum, Dartmouth Museum, Devonshire Collection of Period Costume, Newton Abbot Town & GWR Museum, Thomas Newcomen Engine, Totnes Fashion & Textiles Museum, Dawlish Museum, The Jolly Roger, SALCOMBE MARITIME MUSEUM.
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1. Totnes Image Bank Photographic Archive
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 2 reviews
2. Moretonhampstead Motor Museum
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 226 reviews
Reviewed By HANENAX - Lydney, United Kingdom
Places like this need supporting as when they are gone they are gone. Only found this museum as we passed it on the way to our hotel. Owned and run by a genuinely nice man whose name is Frank and who owns all the exhibits. An amazing collection of old cars and motorbikes which both look and smell incredible. Took me back to simpler times that no longer exist. If you are in the area take time to visit this tardis. £7 entrance fee is worth it for what you are helping to preserve.
3. Dartmouth Museum
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 163 reviews
Reviewed By sandiea721
Dartmouth manages to retain many of its historic buidings and the museum is housed in one of the oldest at the start of the Butterwalk. Packed full of pictures and information on the development of the town and, of course, its maritime history it is a must see treasure trove of information.
4. Devonshire Collection of Period Costume
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 4 reviews
5. Newton Abbot Town & GWR Museum
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4.5 based on 61 reviews
Reviewed By loub780 - Newton Abbot, United Kingdom
Such a fabulous renovation of an historic and iconic building, now hosting the town's museum. We were guided throughout our visit by the lovely Val, who was both informative and passionate about Newton Abbot and actively encouraged us to emerse ourselves in the whole sensory experience. Our son especially loved the interactive railway history and wants a return visit, top marks for a 10 year old! Thank you to all who made this a reality.
6. Thomas Newcomen Engine
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 60 reviews
Reviewed By Harfnarf
A cost-free must-see for all those interested in industrial history. Amazing to witness this made-in-Dartmouth piece of genius.
7. Totnes Fashion & Textiles Museum
8. Dawlish Museum
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 67 reviews
With 11 rooms over 3 floors the museum is most famous for its display of Piper Bill Millins D-Day bagpipes. The displays in Dawlish Museum are regularly updated and depict life past and present in the town and notably tell the story of the February storm of 2014 which severely damaged the railway line. A vast archive of 100's of rare historical photographs can be seen in both album form or on the new library P.C. Children as well as adults are well catered for and there are many fun activities for them to do such as the dressing up outfits and the Black Swan Trail. The Museum is entirely run by volunteers, is self funding and recently proudly gained official accreditation. A DVD of the Great Storm is now available to buy and a rolling preview can be seen in the Great Storm display room.
Reviewed By PeteNN8 - Wellingborough, United Kingdom
Well worth a visit if you are in the area, a lot of history is held here all about Dawlish, history from years back up to date when the storms brought the railway to a standstill. Visit and enjoy, a room dedicated to a Dawlish hero Piper Bill Millins really great.
9. The Jolly Roger
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 55 reviews
This is a showroom of life size 3D models. All the models are for sale and we welcome careful visitors to take a look around. Our showrooms are free, and our models range from tigers, racing cars to famous faces. Do come and take a look around.
Reviewed By Quenastoise - Cornwall, United Kingdom
We like to do this walk e dry once in awhile: park at Parke (National Trust), cross the woods and enjoy the riverside, cross the park at the Scouts’ hut and head for the Jolly Rogers for a rocky road from the converted Airstream or the ice cream com the hut. The Jolly Rogers itself houses a collection of various life sized models inside and outside in the court, including a collection of shiny bikes by the exit. Shame we didn’t spot the collection box as would have contributed to support this amazing place !
10. SALCOMBE MARITIME MUSEUM
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 37 reviews
Reviewed By jollyrobert - Bridgend, United Kingdom
It is easy to overlook this magnificent museum, tucked under the stairs as it is leading up to the Tourist Information Offices in Salcombe in Market Street, one of the steep roads leading down to Fore Street, .... a great pity. It houses a bewildering range of artefacts, mainly associated with the town's shipbuilding past, as well as its schooners used to bring back the first, ripe fruits from the Caribbean and the Mediterranean to market. The faster they could do so, the greater the profits for the owners. Salcombe is also strongly associated with the preparations for the D day landings, as much of the estuary, harbours and creeks were used to construct the craft used in the operation, and this is faithfully reflected in the museum. With all year round access, and free entry, this fascinating museum is a must-see when visiting this lovely town.Allow at least a couple hours.
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