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Sherborne
Museum

Sherborne Museum is located at the heart of the community in one of the most beautiful towns in Dorset. We aim to tell the story of its rich heritage through our fascinating collections.

Visit the
Museum

Winter Opening Hours

Tuesdays, Thursdays and Saturdays
10.30am – 4.30pm

FREE ADMISSION

Address: Abbey Gatehouse, Church Lane, Sherborne, DT9 3BP

Sherborne
Museum

Sherborne Museum is located at the heart of the community in one of the most beautiful towns in Dorset. We aim to tell the story of its rich heritage through our fascinating collections.

Visit the
Museum

April to mid-December
Tuesdays – Saturdays, 10.30am – 4.30pm.

FREE ADMISSION

Address: Abbey Gatehouse, Church Lane, Sherborne, DT9 3BP

Exhibitions, Talks
& Events

Be intrigued, informed and inspired by our free exhibitions, talks and family-friendly events.

Exhibitions, Talks
& Events

Be intrigued, informed and inspired by our free exhibitions, talks and family-friendly events.

Collections

Intangible Heritage

Intangible Heritage

Archives and Local Studies

Archives and Library

Painting on canvas

Art

Industrial and Social History

Industrial and Social History

Textiles

Textiles

Sherborne Halfpenny Coin

Numismatics

medieval tile

Archaeology

Geology and Natural History

Geology and Natural History

Discover Sherborne

Sherborne is a great little market town with a fascinating history. Situated on the River Yeo on the edge of the Blackmore Vale, it is built from the distinctive honey-coloured Ham Hill stone.