This museum showcases the history and heritage of Blandford Forum, a market town in Dorset, England. The museum is housed in a restored 18th-century building and features exhibits on the town's medieval past, its role in the English Civil War, and its development as a center for textile production. Displays include artifacts, photographs, and interactive exhibits that explore the town's history, industry, and culture. The museum also hosts temporary exhibitions and events throughout the year.
Unfortunately can't really rate the museum as it was closed when we visited, as we're the gardens but could still looking through the fate. Was pleased to see the museum sells plants too, will be going back, on a day when it's open, pretty building.
Don't miss this wonderful English gem! Town museums can be rather hit-or-miss. Blandford's town museum is a huge hit. They manage to cram centuries of history into such a small space, supported by relevant artifacts and some quite astonishingly good dioramas and set-piece displays. What was intended to be a quick half-hour coursesy visit, turned into a mesmerising, fascinating journey into the past. The volunteers running the museum are engaging and knowlegable. If there is no other reason for you to visit Blandford, then do consider doing so just for this. You will not be disappointed. Thank you, and well done, to all of the Museum team for making this available - and at no admission fee!
a small, beautiful city with a wonderful museum, bridge, and school in it. I recommend everyone to be here at least once.
Closed but a lovely setting. Bought some plants from outside stall.
Free entry, no tickets or booking needed. A wonderful town museum; it's like a Tardis - seems much bigger on the inside as there's so much to see. The staff are great too, very knowledgeable. It's dog-friendly, activities for children, there's a great garden, and a nice gift shop. Highly recommend a visit
A wonderful museum full of fascinating artifacts, historical objects and fascinating history. We were welcomed by very friendly staff (Nigel and Jan) full of great local knowledge.
On-site services
Wheelchair-accessible entrance
Restaurant
Good for kids
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Unfortunately can't really rate the museum as it was closed when we visited, as we're the gardens but could still looking through the fate. Was pleased to see the museum sells plants too, will be going back, on a day when it's open, pretty building.
Don't miss this wonderful English gem! Town museums can be rather hit-or-miss. Blandford's town museum is a huge hit. They manage to cram centuries of history into such a small space, supported by relevant artifacts and some quite astonishingly good dioramas and set-piece displays. What was intended to be a quick half-hour coursesy visit, turned into a mesmerising, fascinating journey into the past. The volunteers running the museum are engaging and knowlegable. If there is no other reason for you to visit Blandford, then do consider doing so just for this. You will not be disappointed. Thank you, and well done, to all of the Museum team for making this available - and at no admission fee!
a small, beautiful city with a wonderful museum, bridge, and school in it. I recommend everyone to be here at least once.
Closed but a lovely setting. Bought some plants from outside stall.
Free entry, no tickets or booking needed. A wonderful town museum; it's like a Tardis - seems much bigger on the inside as there's so much to see. The staff are great too, very knowledgeable. It's dog-friendly, activities for children, there's a great garden, and a nice gift shop. Highly recommend a visit
A wonderful museum full of fascinating artifacts, historical objects and fascinating history. We were welcomed by very friendly staff (Nigel and Jan) full of great local knowledge.
