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West Somerset Rural Life Museum
Address:
West Somerset Rural Life Museum
The Old School
Allerford
Nr Porlock
Somerset
TA24 8HN
Tel: 01643 862529
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Museum housed in the old school building with a large hall, smaller schoolroom, thatched roof and garden by the river. Exhibition of past rural life. It is particularly suitable for children who can dress up in Victorian clothes, write on the slates and play with the old toys. Croquet lawn. Large photographic collection.
Opening Times
2007 - Opening 01/04/2007 - 31/10/2007
Monday - Closed
Tuesday - Closed
Wednesday 10:30 - 16:00
Thursday 10:30 - 16:00
Friday 10:30 - 16:00
Saturday - Closed
Sunday 13:00 - 16:00
Bank Holiday 09:00 - 17:00
Tickets Information
| Ticket Type | Ticket Tariff* |
|---|---|
| Adult | £1.50 per ticket |
| Child | £0.50 per ticket |
Note: Prices are a guide only and may change on a daily basis.
Road Directions
Nearest major road is A39. Minehead to Porlock - turn right to Allerford just before Porlock.
Public Transport Directions
Nearest station is Minehead (Private steam railway). Minehead to Porlock bus - get off at Allerford.
Facilities
Provider Preferences
- In countryside
- No Smoking Attraction
- Village Location
Accessibility
- All Areas Accessible to Disabled Visitors
- Guide Dogs Permitted
- Parking Areas for Disabled Visitors
- Toilets for Disabled Visitors
Parking & Transport
- Parking (free)
Catering
- Picnic Site
Payment Methods
- Approx length of visit - suggested to allow one hour
- Groups Accepted - Essential to prebook.No groups of children unless accompanied by an adult; school parties - mornings only, 36 maximum.
- Max group size - 40
- Min group size - 10
- Open by appointment outside normal opening times
- TIC Staff Admitted Free
Establishment Features
- Dogs Accepted
- Toilets
Languages spoken
- French spoken
Tours and Demonstrations
- Educational Visits Accepted
- Guided Tours Available for Groups
- Guided Tours Available for Individuals