Museums & Art Galleries in South West England

Sparkford, Somerset

Haynes International Motor Museum is Britain´s biggest car collection with over 400 cars, motorcycles and commerical vehicles, dating from 1885 to the present day. Also a... more

Budleigh Salterton, Devon

A working watermill dating back to before the Norman Conquest. Bakery and restaurant with home baking. Crafts, exhibitions, events, courses in environmental and art topics.... more

Queen's Road, Clifton, Bristol

The Royal West of England Academy (RWA) is one of only five Royal Academies of Art in the UK. It is a registered charity which has been self-supporting for over 150 years and... more

RNAS Yeovilton, Ilchester, Yeovil, Somerset

The Fleet Air Arm Museum has the largest collection of Naval aircraft anywhere in Europe. Situated alongside an operational Naval Air Station you may see fighter aircraft... more

Charlestown, St Austell, Cornwall

The Charlestown Shipwreck & Heritage Centre is a Cornwall museum that boasts an extensive range of seafaring-related artefacts, treasures and memorabilia for those interested... more

Pendeen, Penzance, Cornwall

At Geevor Mine, walk through 18th century tunnels on a guided tour, see how the extracting and processing of tin actually took place, deep in the ground and far below the sea.... more

The Square, Barnstaple, Devon

The Museum of Barnstaple & North Devon: The Museum tells the story of North Devon, and its historic centre Barnstaple, the wildlife, history and culture from prehistoric times... more

Discovery Quay, Falmouth, Cornwall

The National Maritime Museum Cornwall is known for celebrating the sea, boats and Cornwall, but now Cornwall's award winning visitor attraction will be shining a light on... more

Claverton Manor, Bath, Bath & Northeast Somerset

Opened in 1961, the American Museum in Britain was the original idea of Dallas Pratt and John Judkyn who wanted to show the achievements of Americans in decorative arts. A... more

River Street, Truro, Cornwall

The Royal Cornwall Museum is located in the heart of the beautiful cathedral city of Truro, and the permanent collection covers a wide range from Cornish History and minerals... more

Kingsley Road, Bideford, Devon

The Burton Art Gallery & Museum was originally opened by local businessman Thomas Burton and his friend, artist Hubert Coop in 1951, in memory of Burton´s daughter Mary. After... more

Penlee Park, Morrab Road, Penzance, Cornwall

Penlee House Gallery & Museum, Penzance, is an elegant gallery set within a Victorian house and park. Best known for its permanent collection of paintings by artists of the... more

Lee House, 13 Beaconsfield Road, Weston-super-Mare, Somerset

Established in August 2007. The Lloyd Gill Gallery has gone from strength to strength presenting and selling at a high standard, yet maintaining affordable Contemporary Fine... more

Porthmeor Beach, St Ives, Cornwall

Tate St Ives opened in 1993 and offers a unique introduction to International Modern and Contemporary Art, where paintings and sculpture can be seen in the surroundings which... more

Trevarno Estate and Gardens, Helston, Cornwall

The National Museum of Gardening is a unique and unforgettable gardening experience set in 35 acres of beautiful Victorian gardens. Journey through the country´s largest and... more

Bridge Street, Bath, Bath & Northeast Somerset

Victoria Art Gallery, Bath and North East Somerset´s art gallery houses a substantial permanent collection. On display, in the recently refurbished Upper Gallery, are... more

Coldharbour Mill, Uffculme, Cullompton, Devon

The 200 year old waterside mill houses working spinning and weaving machines, and steam engines restored to their former glory. Picnic areas and gardens.... more

The Heliport, Locking Moor Road, Weston-super-Mare, Somerset

Britain´s only helicopter museum is a fascinating place to visit with many rare and unique helicopters on display. It is Weston-super-Mare´s largest undercover all weather... more

Assembly Rooms, Bennett Street, Bath, Bath & Northeast Somerset

Fashion Museum: A world-class collection of contempoary and historical dress. Located in the magnificent Georgian Assembly Rooms, the Museum has been recently re-displayed.... more

12 Bennett Street, Bath, Bath & Northeast Somerset

The Museum of East Asian Art is situated in a restored Georgian building. The collection was founded by Brian McElney, a retired solicitor who practised in Hong Kong. This... more

Riverside Mill, Bovey Tracey, Devon

The Devon Guild of Craftsmen is the South West's largest contemporary craft centre and houses a large gallery, craft shop and The Terrace Café within the Grade II Riverside... more

Queens Road, Bristol

Bristol City is the region´s largest Museum and Art Gallery housing an outstanding and diverse range of objects. There is a choice of galleries full of spectacular collections... more

Drake Circus, Plymouth, Devon

Plymouth City Museum & Art Gallery runs an exciting programme of temporary exhibitions, Tuesday Talks,family workshops and other events alongside its more permanent gallery... more

529 Babbacombe Road, Torquay, Devon

Ranked among the finest in South West England, Torquay Museum is a journey of discovery for everyone. The new interactive Explorers Gallery takes you on a journey around the... more

The Kings Drive, Torquay, Devon

Torre Abbey Historic House was built in 1196 for the 'White Canons', a silent order and one of the richest in England. it is home to the echoing Spanish Barn, where 400... more

East Budleigh, Budleigh Salterton, Devon

Bicton Park is a magical blend of 18th century tranquillity for all the family. The Countryside Museum houses a large collection of agricultural and horticultural implements,... more

Muncipal Buildings, The Moor, Falmouth, Cornwall

Falmouth Art Gallery is one of the leading art galleries in the South West. Its permanent collection contains over 200 works by major British artists including Sir Frank... more

27 Northgate Street, Bath, Bath & Northeast Somerset

We cover 4,000 years of communication from clay-mail to e-mail. This time-line also includes exhibitions in the Education Room on the Victorians, an essential ingredient in... more

Pump Room, Stall Street, Bath, Bath & Northeast Somerset

The Roman Baths, the most popular visitor attraction in the West Country, contain the remains of one of the greatest religious spas in the ancient world and a fine Roman... more

Culdrose Manor, Helston, Cornwall

Flambards Experience-Victorian Village & Gardens, established nearly 30 years ago as the Cornwall Aircraft Park the Flambards Experience is one of the most popular days out in... more