OUT & ABOUT: MUSEUMS.
Braunton has three accessible and informative museums.
Braunton Museum and Information Centre
Learn about the fascinating past of Braunton; agricultural, maritime, wartime and social history with lots to see and interact with for all ages. Come and see our working model of the Railway Station, as it was in the 1950's. It was sited where the main car park is now - hard to believe until you see our model !!
Of course, there's a gift shop too!
Entry: Free (Donations appreciated)
Opening Times:
Mon - Sat: 10.00-16.00 from Whitsun to October,
Mon - Fri : 10.00-15.00, Sat 10.00-13.00 October to Whitsun
Sun: Closed
The Museum also hosts the 'Visit Braunton' Tourist Information Centre.
Address: Braunton Museum, The Bakehouse Centre, Caen Street, Braunton, Devon EX33 1AA
Telephone: 01271-816688
Website: www.devonmuseums.net
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Of course, there's a gift shop too!
Entry: Free (Donations appreciated)
Opening Times:
Mon - Sat: 10.00-16.00 from Whitsun to October,
Mon - Fri : 10.00-15.00, Sat 10.00-13.00 October to Whitsun
Sun: Closed
The Museum also hosts the 'Visit Braunton' Tourist Information Centre.
Address: Braunton Museum, The Bakehouse Centre, Caen Street, Braunton, Devon EX33 1AA
Telephone: 01271-816688
Website: www.devonmuseums.net
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Braunton Countryside Centre
The Braunton Countryside Centre is an activity of the North Devon Environmental Trust. It's mission is to increase the understanding, awareness and enjoyment of the coastal and farmed landscapes surrounding Braunton among people of all ages - both locals and visitors alike - and helps visitors to appreciate and enjoy the North Devon Biosphere with Displays, Information, Guided Walks, Illustrated Talks and Filmshows.
Opening Times: 10am - 4pm. Monday - Saturday.
April - October inclusive
FREE to enter but a small donation is appreciated!
Come in and visit our new interactive farming and Braunton Marshes displays
Caen Street Car Park (opposite Braunton & District Museum) Telephone: 01271 817171.
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Opening Times: 10am - 4pm. Monday - Saturday.
April - October inclusive
FREE to enter but a small donation is appreciated!
Come in and visit our new interactive farming and Braunton Marshes displays
Caen Street Car Park (opposite Braunton & District Museum) Telephone: 01271 817171.
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Museum of British Surfing
The Museum of British Surfing is the national Registered Charity established to preserve our surfing heritage, celebrate current achievements and help to shape the future of surfing in Great Britain.
We aim to inspire, educate and encourage debate about our surfing culture and our second home – the sea.
Address: The Yard, Caen Street, Braunton, North Devon EX33 1AA
Telephone: 01271 815155 (business hours only)
Website: www.museumofbritishsurfing.org.uk
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We aim to inspire, educate and encourage debate about our surfing culture and our second home – the sea.
Address: The Yard, Caen Street, Braunton, North Devon EX33 1AA
Telephone: 01271 815155 (business hours only)
Website: www.museumofbritishsurfing.org.uk
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