Brixham Heritage Museum

Welcome to Brixham Heritage Museum

The Old Police Station, New Road, Brixham, Torbay, Devon, TQ5 8LZ

We are currently closed , but open again tomorrow at 10am

Extended Opening Hours

As we head through Spring we will be extending our opening hours. From the 31st March the museum will usually be open from 10am until 4pm Tuesday to Thursday, and from 11am until 2pm on Saturday.

Entry remains FREE, though donations are always appreciated. Children and dogs are welcome.

We very much look forward to seeing you soon.

Explore Brixham’s significant history by stepping back in time at Brixham Heritage Museum. The museum reveals Brixham’s geology and Neolithic past, highlights its important position in Britain’s fishing industry, and details its role in the Napoleonic Wars and subsequent eras.

Visitors can delve into the town’s social history, which includes a reconstructed Victorian parlour and nursery.

Come and take a look around

Many thanks to one of our visitors, Gavin Owen (https://www.facebook.com/GavinOwenMedia), for this wonderful video highlighting the museum.

  • The museum’s collection includes over 10,000 objects, including fishing nets, boats, and maritime models.
  • The museum also has a library and archive, which are open to researchers by appointment.
  • The museum offers a variety of educational programs for children and adults, including school visits, family activities, and guided tours.
Plan Your Visit

Opening Hours

Sunday: Closed
Monday: Closed
Tuesday: 10am – 4pm
Wednesday: 10am – 4pm
Thursday: 10am – 4pm
Friday: Closed
Saturday: 11am – 2pm

Scheduled Events

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I’m looking for a couple of working typewriters for children to have a go on as part of a project in October – if anyone has one they would like to donate please let me know here or email cu*****@*****************rg.uk

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As volunteers week comes to an end I want to extend a big thank you to all our volunteers at Brixham Heritage Museum. With less than one fte member of staff (three days a week for me and 10 hours a week for our administrator) we rely on the skills, time and good will of our amazing team of around 40 volunteers. From painting the walls, fixing signs, manning the shop, helping with school visits to collections management, admin support, providing governance through the board of trustees and giving our visitors a big warm welcome, the museum wouldn’t be what it is without you.

In the three and half years I have been employed at the museum I have loved being part of our community. You all show such dedication and love to our institution and we have such a giggle, support each other in myriad ways, all working towards the same end – to make the museum successful, welcoming and a resource for the local community and visitors alike.

I couldn’t do what I do without every single one of you. Thank you for making my job such an incredible experience. Together we are moving towards such a bright future for the museum, ensuring that the towns history will be recorded for future generations.

If you would like to be part of our team email ma**@*****************rg.uk for a chat about volunteer opportunities.

Holly (Director)
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