Welcome to our small community museum based in the town of Chard, South Somerset. We opened in 1970 and celebrated our 50th Anniversary in 2020 in what where challenging times for everyone. We are housed in a converted 16th century thatched, listed building. It was originally five cottages. Later we incorporated the building next door which had been the New Inn public house. Our collection dates from around 1880 when Arthur Hull, a surveyor and diarist started collecting 'curiosities'.
Fantastic town museum. Lots of interesting exhibits which are being constantly reviewed and improved. Run by an impressive team of knowledgeable volunteers. Many events are hosted here, supporting the community and local schools. Deserves a visit and support.
Very interesting, found out lots about the people and area of chard.
We had been looking forward to our planned visit and it didn't disappoint. We were welcomed by volunteer staff Howard and Shirley, who treated us to a well-informed tour of the amazing and nostalgic exhibits. There is something of interest for all ages. We think the museum is a great asset to the town and represents the people of Chard (past and present) in a very knowledgeable way. Joan and Bill
A small but packed museum telling an interesting history of the area and its notable characters. We visited today and experienced a very well organised and well considered operation given the additional safety measures that need to be in place. Our guide was knowledgeable and friendly offering a good balance of time to explore with helping guide us through and sharing knowledge. With 2 young children in tow we were pleased with how they were welcomed and the information shared was geared to them. Would definitely recommend visiting this little gem. A free trip out but a donation should be encouraged to ensure the survival of these lovely little local museums.
Great museum with a wide variety of interesting items ranging from artificial limbs to planes. My two daughters and I easily did 1.5 hours. Parking right outside was free for 2 hrs too. Great volunteer staff.
Absolutely fantastic museum The staff are wonderful and the museum is so big and informative The chap who took us around was fantastic Great day thank you all Brian stringfellow
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Fantastic town museum. Lots of interesting exhibits which are being constantly reviewed and improved. Run by an impressive team of knowledgeable volunteers. Many events are hosted here, supporting the community and local schools. Deserves a visit and support.
Very interesting, found out lots about the people and area of chard.
We had been looking forward to our planned visit and it didn't disappoint. We were welcomed by volunteer staff Howard and Shirley, who treated us to a well-informed tour of the amazing and nostalgic exhibits. There is something of interest for all ages. We think the museum is a great asset to the town and represents the people of Chard (past and present) in a very knowledgeable way. Joan and Bill
A small but packed museum telling an interesting history of the area and its notable characters. We visited today and experienced a very well organised and well considered operation given the additional safety measures that need to be in place. Our guide was knowledgeable and friendly offering a good balance of time to explore with helping guide us through and sharing knowledge. With 2 young children in tow we were pleased with how they were welcomed and the information shared was geared to them. Would definitely recommend visiting this little gem. A free trip out but a donation should be encouraged to ensure the survival of these lovely little local museums.
Great museum with a wide variety of interesting items ranging from artificial limbs to planes. My two daughters and I easily did 1.5 hours. Parking right outside was free for 2 hrs too. Great volunteer staff.
Absolutely fantastic museum The staff are wonderful and the museum is so big and informative The chap who took us around was fantastic Great day thank you all Brian stringfellow
