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Museums & Art Galleries Sparkford
Museums and Art Galleries in or near Sparkford, such as Haynes International Motor Museum and Fleet Air Arm Museum are listed below. The small village of Sparkford in Somerset is near the main A303 road which links London to Exeter. The well known car manuals firm of Haynes is situated here as well as the Haynes Motor Muesuem.
Haynes International Motor Museum
Sparkford 1.1 miles away
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 collection of memorabilia displayed in spectacular style. Exhibits include... more
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Fleet Air Arm Museum
RNAS Yeovilton, Ilchester, Yeovil 4.0 miles away
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 going through their rigorous training procedures. There are four display halls... more
The Teddy Bear Museum
Eastgate, corner High East Street/Salisbury Street, Dorchester 22.5 miles away
The Teddy Bear Museum is devoted to the wonderful world of the teddy bear and traces the history of the teddy bear from its birth to the present day. The museum is set within the 'home' of Edward Bear and his extended family of people sized teddy... more
The Museum of Somerset
Taunton Castle, Castle Green, Taunton 23.7 miles away
To really get a sense of the history of this beautiful county, head off to the Museum of Somerset where everyday objects and unusual finds tell the story of the area. Perhaps the prize exhibit is the Frome Hoard, the largest collection of Roman coins... more
Trowbridge Museum
The Shires, Court Street, Trowbridge 25.2 miles away
Trowbridge Museum, housed in a former woollen mill, with displays telling the fascinating story of Trowbridge Town and its people. Working looms still produce cloth, which is sold within the museum. Other displays include reconstruction of Trowbridge... more
Roman Baths
Pump Room, Stall Street, Bath 25.7 miles away
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 museum. It is one of the best-preserved Roman sites north of the Alps and at the... more
Victoria Art Gallery
Bridge Street, Bath 25.8 miles away
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 paintings by Gainsborough, Turner and Sickert, and many other leading artists from... more
Bath Postal Museum
27 Northgate Street, Bath 26.0 miles away
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 school curricula. Four computer games demonstrate how the post was ´carried´.... more
Museum of East Asian Art
12 Bennett Street, Bath 26.0 miles away
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 unique Museum houses a fine collection of objects from all over East Asia,... more
Fashion Museum
Assembly Rooms, Bennett Street, Bath 26.1 miles away
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. Special exhibitions during 2008 include: ´17th century gloves´, ´1977´ - a... more
Holburne Museum of Art
Great Pulteney Street, Bath 26.1 miles away
Holburne Museum is a beautiful building in its own grounds at the top of the most impressive street in Georgian England. It houses Bath´s most exciting display of fine and decorative art assembled around the collection of Bath resident Sir William... more
American Museum in Britain
Claverton Manor, Bath 26.1 miles away
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 series of 18 period rooms demonstrate how Americans lived between the late... more
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- Gangsters and Gunslingers - The Good, The Bad, & The Memorabilia
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The Helicopter Museum
The Heliport, Locking Moor Road, Weston-super-Mare 26.7 miles away
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 attraction and a fun place for all the family, with a coffee shop, children´s... more
Tank Museum
Bovington, near Wool, Wareham 27.0 miles away
The Tank Museum brings the history of tanks and tank crews to life, supported by the world’s best collection of armoured vehicles and action packed live displays. As you explore the Museum’s 6 large halls, you will come face to face with tanks that... more
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- Wartime Christmas Festival and Craft Fayre
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The Lloyd Gill Gallery
Lee House, 13 Beaconsfield Road, Weston-super-Mare 28.2 miles away
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 Art. The gallery is situated in the picturesque Town of Weston-Super-Mare... more
Bristol Museum & Art Gallery
Queens Road, Bristol 29.5 miles away
Bristol Museum and Art Gallery houses an outstanding and diverse range of objects. There is a choice of 20 galleries over 3 floors full of spectacular collections of regional, national and international importance. Some of the treasures include... more
Royal West of England Academy
Queen's Road, Clifton, Bristol 29.6 miles away
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 possesses an outstanding Grade II* listed building, galleries and permanent... more
Fisherton Mill
108 Fisherton Street, Salisbury 33.1 miles away
Set within the medieval city of Salisbury, Fisherton Mill houses the South of England's largest independent Art Gallery. The Gallery exhibits work by leading artists, sculpture and furniture makers and the Gallery Shop displays glassworks, ceramics,... more
Coldharbour Mill Working Wool Museum
Coldharbour Mill, Uffculme, Cullompton 34.8 miles away
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
Russell-Cotes Art Gallery & Museum
East Cliff Promenade, Bournemouth 37.0 miles away
Victorian Merton Russell-Cotes must have loved his wife very much indeed – he built her an exotic seaside villa on a Bournemouth cliff top with stunning views just as a birthday gift. And the city of Bournemouth must be very glad he did as the house... more
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Swanage Museum & Heritage Centre
The Square, Swanage 39.3 miles away
At the Swanage Museum & Heritage Centre, learn about the history and heritage centre of Little London by the sea. A fascinating insight into how Swanage town and its people (both famous and infamous) have evolved over millions of years. Enjoy the... more
New Art Centre
Roche Court, Salisbury 39.9 miles away
Sculpture Park and education centre, where work is shown inside and out providing a survey of sculpture for the enjoyment of the public.... more
Alexander Keiller Museum
High Street, Avebury 41.1 miles away
Alexander Keiller Museum, founded by Alexander Keiller in the 1930s, contains the prehistoric collections from the Avebury complex of monuments, which are of similar age to Stonehenge. One of the displays is of a Neolithic child skeleton that was... more
National Museum Cardiff
Cathays Park, Cardiff 41.3 miles away
The National Museum Cardiff is unique amongst British museums and galleries in its range of arts and science displays. The elegant Art Galleries house dazzling works of art by some of the worlds most famous artists and includes one of the best... more
Otterton Mill Centre & Working Museum
Budleigh Salterton 41.3 miles away
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
Bicton Park Botanical Gardens
East Budleigh, Budleigh Salterton 41.3 miles away
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, including traction engines. Fragrant borders, manicured lawns, majestic... more
Newport Museum & Art Gallery
John Frost Square, Newport (Gwent) 42.7 miles away
Newport Museum & Art Gallery is situated in a modern purpose built building and houses collections of British paintings, watercolours and contemporary prints. Displays include archaeology, local history along with objects and documents relating to... more
National Roman Legion Museum
High Street, Caerleon 43.5 miles away
At the National Roman Legion Museum discover how almost 2000 years ago the Roman Empire dominated the civilised world - Wales was its furthest outpost. In AD 75 a fortress was founded at Caerleon and the Museum is inside what remains, and includes... more
Museum of Army Flying
Middle Wallop, Stockbridge 43.7 miles away
The Museum of Army Flying: Flying Soldiers! The heroic story of the army in the air from 19th century observation balloons to attack helicopters! The Museum is home to a national collection of military kites, World War 2 gliders, aeroplanes and... more
St Fagans: National History Museum
St Fagans, Cardiff 44.2 miles away
St Fagans: National History Museum opened on the 7th July 1948. Since then, it has established itself as one of Europe´s foremost open-air museums, becoming Wales´ most popular heritage attraction. The Museum shows how the people of Wales lived,... more
New Forest Museum & Visitor Centre
High Street, Lyndhurst 44.2 miles away
The New Forest Museum & Visitor Centre, situated in Lyndhurst, Hampshire, is the ideal location to visit for those looking to enjoy the New Forest, which has been designated one of Britain's areas of outstanding natural beauty. Adults and children... more
Royal Albert Memorial Museum & Art Gallery
Queen Street, Exeter 47.2 miles away
At the Royal Albert Memorial Museum & Art Gallery you´dd find archaeology to zoology. This fine building holds outstanding collections of local and national importance. Archaeology and Local History Galleries present finds from c.500,000 years ago to... more
STEAM - Museum of the Great Western Railway
Kemble Drive, Swindon 49.4 miles away
STEAM - Museum of the Great Western Railway is located in a beautifully restored railway building where seven generations of men and women built the great locomotives. STEAM tells the story of the men and women who built, operated and travelled on... more
National Motor Museum Beaulieu
John Montagu Building, Beaulieu 50.2 miles away
Petrolheads need look no further for a day’s entertainment than The National Motor Museum, where a huge collection of cars which tell the history of motoring through the ages awaits. From the very first vehicles on the roads (the Chitty Chitty Bang... more
SeaCity Museum
Havelock Road, Southampton 50.8 miles away
Southampton Maritime Museum is situated on Town Quay Road. The Wool House was built as a warehouse for the medieval wool trade. It is now a museum telling the story of the Port of Southampton and the great liners that sailed from here to all parts of... more
Southampton City Art Gallery
Civic Centre, Southampton 50.9 miles away
Southampton City Art Gallery is the most outstanding gallery in the south of England, internationally renowned for its collection of contemporary works by British artists. The collection numbers over 3500 works, and spans 600 years of European art... more
Solent Sky Museum
Albert Road South, Southampton 51.6 miles away
The Solent Sky Museum depicts the history of aviation in the Solent area and Hampshire. An important area for aircraft experimental and development work for civil and military aircraft operations. The museum tells the story of 26 aircraft companies,... more
The Gurkha Museum
Peninsula Barracks, Romsey Road, Winchester 53.9 miles away
The Gurkha Museum is situated in the former Rifle Depot at Peninsula Barracks. The Museum commemorates the services of the Gurkhas to the British Crown since 1815. Most of the collections tell the story of their service during many wars and... more
Corinium Museum
Park Street, Cirencester 53.9 miles away
Discover the treasures of the Cotswolds at the award-winning Corinium Museum. Cirencester was Roman Britain second largest city and at Corinium Museum you can experience life as a Roman; marvel at the stunning mosaics, enjoy the sights and smells of... more
City of Winchester Museum
The Square, Winchester 54.2 miles away
The City of Winchester Museum is situated in the centre of Winchester. The Museum tells the story of the city with its extensive archaeological and local history collections - how Winchester was a major Roman centre and afterwards under Alfred the... more
Torquay Museum
529 Babbacombe Road, Torquay 57.2 miles away
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 world to discover cultures, objects and artifacts from the past and present.... more
Devon Guild of Craftsmen
Riverside Mill, Bovey Tracey 57.2 miles away
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 Mill overlooking Dartmoor. The Guild is an educational charity and membership... more
Torre Abbey Historic House & Gallery
The Kings Drive, Torquay 57.9 miles away
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 sailors from the Spanish Armada were held captive. The later rooms were used as a... more
City Museum & Art Gallery
Brunswick Road, Gloucester 59.1 miles away
Bring one of England’s most historical cities to life at the Gloucester City Museum and Art Gallery, a recipient of heritage lottery funding, which now boasts a new lease of life and exciting interactive visitor experience. Home to some of the most... more
Carisbrooke Castle Museum
Newport, Isle of Wight 59.1 miles away
Carisbrooke Castle Museum is situated inside the Castle, this independent local history museum exhibits material relating to Carisbrooke Castle and the Isle of Wight. The wide range of items on display includes archaeological material excavated from... more
Gloucester Folk Museum
99/103 Westgate Street, Gloucester 59.3 miles away
Gloucester Folk Museum has three floors of splendid Tudor and Jacobean timber-framed buildings along with new buildings housing the Dairy, Ironmonger´s shop and Wheelwright and Carpenter workshops. Displays feature local history, domestic life,... more
Shaw House
Church Road, Shaw, Newbury 60.1 miles away
Shaw House was built in 1581 by Newbury clothier Thomas Dolman. This fine Elizabethan building has enjoyed a colourful past from a Duke’s country retreat to a school. It was recently restored through a £6million project and the stories and characters... more
Joseph Parry's Ironworkers Cottage
4 Chapel Row, Georgetown, Merthyr Tydfil 61.0 miles away
The birthplace of Joseph Parry. Probably Wales' best known composer. 4 Chapel Row is also a superb example of an Ironworker's Cottage.... more
Cyfarthfa Castle Museum & Art Gallery
Brecon Road, Merthyr Tydfil 61.5 miles away
Cyfarthfa Castle Museum & Art Gallery was built in 1824, this Georgian castellated mansion was originally home to the Crawshay family and is set in 160 acres of parkland. The collections include extensive 20th century fine art with many Welsh... more
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