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The museum reflects the history of this important market town and brings alive the characters and institutions of the past. See the working signal box in the Great Western Railway Room, for a unique hands-on experience for young and old alike. Do not miss the important Aller Vale Art Pottery collection and the Automata depicting 'John Lethbridge's diving engine.

Opening Times

2008 12 Feb 2008 - 31 Dec 2008

Day Opening Times
Monday 10:00 - 16:00
Tuesday 10:00 - 16:00
Wednesday 10:00 - 16:00
Thursday 10:00 - 16:00
Friday 10:00 - 16:00
Saturday 12:00 - 16:00
Sunday - Closed
Bank Holiday - Closed

Tickets Information

Ticket TypeTicket Tariff*
Free Admissionfree

Road Directions

Nearest major road is A380. Take road to town centre and railway station to first junction, turn right into the Avenue, first left for Osbourne Street car park. Crossroad by foot to St Paul's Road.

Public Transport Directions

Nearest station is Newton Abbot station. Cross the park into Devon Square, second road on the right into St Paul's Road. Signposted halfway down on the right.

 Facilities

Accessibility

  • All Areas Accessible to Disabled Visitors
  • Facilities for Visually Impaired Visitors - Large print.
  • Guide Dogs Permitted
  • Ramp/Level Access
  • Toilets for Disabled Visitors

Payment Methods

  • Groups Accepted - Essential to prebook. Visits to the GWR Room on Mon unless pre-arranged.
  • Max group size - 30
  • Min group size - 1

Establishment Features

  • Toilets

Tours and Demonstrations

  • Educational Visits Accepted
  • Guided Tours Available for Groups
  • English Language
  • French Language
  • Dutch Language
  • Spanish Language
  • Polish Language
  • German Language

 Contact Info

Newton Abbot Town and GWR Museum
2a St Paul's Road
Newton Abbot
Devon
TQ12 2HP

Tel: +44 01626 201121
Fax: +44 01626 201119
Email
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