King Johns Hunting Lodge, Axbridge

There has been a museum in Axbridge for many years; the first was established by what is now the Axbridge Archaeological and Local History Society, using its own collections and those of Axbridge Town Trust. From 1974 onwards it was managed, in 'King John's Hunting Lodge', by Sedgemoor District Council, but in 2001 management of the museum was transferred to a newly-established museum trust. This trust dependent on entry charges, sponsorship, donations and shop sales to maintain the museum and its programme of exhibitions, publications and events.

The museum aims to illustrate the history, geology and community of Axbridge and the surrounding area (the area of the old Axbridge Rural District Council, which included many neighbouring villages such as Cheddar, Wedmore, Mark and Winscombe).

There is a core of long-term and permanent exhibits, reviewed regularly for possible changes, updates, and revised displays and information, and there is a programme of temporary exhibitions to reflect many aspects of local life and heritage. The museum shop offers a variety of items of local interest, especially relating to the history of the area.

King John's Hunting Lodge itself, owned by the National Trust, is a fine example of a 15th century timber framed, jettied building.

Web Site

www.kingjohnshuntinglodge.co.uk

Virtual tour
History of Museum

Pricing Information

Adults, including National Trust members £2.50
Children (under 16) free

Opening Dates/Times

1.00 p.m. to 4.00 p.m. every day Easter until end of September

Additional Information

Contact Details

The Square
Axbridge
Somerset
BS26 2WA

How to Find Us

See Website

Events