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Tavistock Museum
Tavistock, Devon
Grid ref: SX 4820 7443
On walking routes: Abbot's Way, West Devon Way
Tavistock Museum started life in 1986, on the ground floor of the Town Council offices in Drake Road. In 2003, the museum moved to its present location above the historic Court Gate, providing a functional use for one of Tavistock’s oldest and most important buildings. In 2006, the museum extended into the adjoining cottage.
Browsing our exhibits, you’ll take a trip into the rich history of Tavistock and the surrounding area. The museum has been gifted many items over the years, including a significant collection of objects presented by Tavistock Town Council. Our earliest collections date back to 1986 and feature items relating to agriculture, mining and education. In 2006 we were proud to become an Area Centre for the Cornwall and West Devon Mining Landscape World Heritage Site. Visitors can explore mining equipment on display, as well as a collection of local minerals.
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