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Ilfracombe Museum

Wilder Road | Runnymede Gardens, Ilfracombe EX34 8AF, England
01271 863541
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Ranked #3 of 19 attractions in Ilfracombe
Type: History Museums
Owner description: A local independently-run museum with an eclectic flavour, Ilfracombe museum has eight rooms filled with treasures. We have natural history specimens... more » Owner description: A local independently-run museum with an eclectic flavour, Ilfracombe museum has eight rooms filled with treasures. We have natural history specimens from around the world and plenty to see about Ilfracombe's past. Come and experience a museum that is unique and family-friendly. Children can explore our insect, bat and spider specimens, have a go at a dinosaur quiz, or send Morse code messages. Try your hand at brass rubbing, or browse our great value gift shop. We also have extensive photographic and family history resources for Ilfracombe. Our museum is a perfect all-weather attraction and can be easily accessed by wheelchair. Pay parking adjacent at the Landmark theatre. Children under 16 FREE, £3 for adults, £2.50 concessions. « less
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Ilfracombe, United Kingdom
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42 reviews 42 reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 17 June 2013 NEW

don't be fooled by the small exterior. This place goes back a long way, and there is something to be enjoyed by everyone. I like the idea that if you buy a ticket it is valid for a week and you can go back again

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See 16 more reviews by varley13 for Ilfracombe
Manchester, United Kingdom
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3 of 5 stars Reviewed 15 June 2013 NEW

3 quid to get in,kids free you can re use your ticket again and again,more like curiosity sjop than museum but ok if its raining for an hour .

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Devon
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 13 June 2013 NEW

Fantastic Museum filled with wonderful things to find, explore, learn and examine! Staff are friendly and helpful and there is always plenty to see and do. A picturesque little gem in a town full of history.

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Ross-on-Wye, United Kingdom
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6 reviews 6 reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 11 June 2013

Fascinating place, so interesting. Not too big so keeps the children entertained, and just make sure you look into all little cupboards, drawers etc.... weird things you are sure to find! Lovely staff too - helped us finish our dino trail. THANKS!!!!

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Kettering, United Kingdom
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 2 June 2013

Teriffic place to be on a wet day. Lots of interesting items to see , the kids will find the beatles and butterflies really interesting. There is a good dvd show all about the area and even a couple of chairs to relax while your watching the show , but there should be more.

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Glasgow, United Kingdom
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 1 June 2013

Very interesting,well set out . Unfortunately when watching video it was spoilt by noisy children whose parents did not appear to notice we were trying to listen to the video commentary

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London, United Kingdom
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 30 April 2013

It's a nice little museum, lots of different pieces to look at and get involved with. Some very strange bits, some are quite shocking. But if you've got an hour to spare, it's well worth popping in.

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See 4 more reviews by the_weekender07 for Ilfracombe
Hastings, United Kingdom
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 28 April 2013

We found out so much about the history of Ilfracombe & North Devon from spending a few hours looking round, and talking to staff. The exhibits are well laid out, and I would reccomend this museum to any one visiting the area.

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Truro, United Kingdom
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 10 April 2013

Amazing amount of stuff in such a small space, loads of imformation, friendly staff and you got to touch stuff. Great fun.

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Birmingham, United Kingdom
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 5 April 2013

On a cold and breezy day this was an inexpensive way to keep the kids entertained for an hour (could easily have been longer but the car was in a pay and display) Staff were friendly and the exhibits were interesting.

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