Southwold Museum, Suffolk

Details

Accessibility

https://www.southwoldmuseum.org/visit.htm

2026:

"Disabled access

Access for the disabled is available and wheelchairs can manoeuvre around the museum."

Brief description

https://www.southwoldmuseum.org/

2026:

Southwold's unique cottage museum is dedicated to the local and natural history of this corner of Suffolk. Owned and managed by the Southwold Museum & Historical Society, this tiny building houses an astonishing collection of objects, paintings, photographs, models and wildlife exhibits.

The whole span of history is here, from fossil remains through the Viking occupation, sea battles, the development of the town's architecture, its industries and artistic life, the rise and fall of its railway, its famous land-locked lighthouse, its ever-changing coastline... to the 20th century transformation of this busy fishing community into a prosperous seaside resort.

Southwold Museum underwent a major structural refit in 2006-2008, funded by theHeritage Lottery Fund, with generous support from various local donors. Further significant work was undertaken in 2014-2016, funded entirely by local trusts and private donors. Every year since then we have made further improvements to the displays and have undertaken various community projects to explore our local history. 

The Museum won a Special Award in 2015 for its family-friendly displays, and the award of Suffolk Museum of the Year in 2016. It is now recognised as one of the most exciting small museums in Britain. "

Address

9 - 11 Victoria Street

Southwold

Suffolk

IP18 6HZ

Email

curator@southwoldmuseum.org

Phone

01502 725600

Website

Directions

https://www.southwoldmuseum.org/visit.htm

2026:
"How to find us
The museum is in Victoria Street, a few metres' walk from the High Street and opposite Bartholomew Green, facing the main entrance to the Church. 

If you are on foot - walk up the High Street, away from the Market Place, passing the Crown Hotel on your right. Turn right into Victoria Street at the Southwold Town Sign just after you pass the Cornish Pasty shop. The Museum is on your right on the opposite side of the road to the Adnams shop.

If you are in your car - From the A12, enter Southwold on the A1095. There are car parks at the Pier and at the junction of Godyll Road and Gardner Road. The museum is a ten-minute walk from either of these."

Opening Times

Always check with the venue directly for up-to-date information including opening times and admission charges as they may be subject to change

Transport

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