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Plan your visit

Discover a museum rooted in the history and stories of Newton Abbot.

Admission is free

Our opening Hours

Open: Tuesday to Saturday 9.30am – 4.30pm

Closed: Sundays, Mondays and Bank Holidays

Our address

Newton’s Place, Wolborough Street, Newton Abbot, TQ12 1JQ

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Visit

Everything you need to plan your visit – including access information, facilities, directions and opening times.

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Discover

Uncover the stories behind our collections and exhibitions – from local legends to historic industries, railways and more.

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Education

We welcome schools, home-educating families and group visits. Sessions can link to curriculum themes or be tailored to your interests.

What's On

From drop-in family activities to creative workshops, talks and changing exhibitions – find out what’s happening at the museum.

Insects Uncovered: Biodiversity in Newton Abbot Exhibition

Come and see Doctor Henry Mapleton’s butterfly cabinets and beautiful specimens from his collection and learn about what Newton Abbot Town Council is...

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Our Town Buildings Trail

Take a stroll through Newton Abbot and discover 10 of the town's most iconic buildings, each with its own unique story to tell. Can you find all 10...

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Twilight Sketching

Twilight Sketching is back! Come and get inspired by our new displays and rarely seen objects from the Museum's stores. Bring your sketch pad and pencils...

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Museum: Make and Create

Join us the first Saturday of the month for a FREE workshop inspired by the museum collection.

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