Bishop's Waltham Museum

Bishop's Waltham Museum Collecting, preserving and exhibiting the history and archaeology of Bishop's Waltham

It's Party in the Palace tomorrow and the museum is open 12-5pm too. Come along and join in the fun!
17/07/2026

It's Party in the Palace tomorrow and the museum is open 12-5pm too. Come along and join in the fun!

St George's Square through the years - early 1900s, 1950s and 1981 (which is 45 years ago!). In the two earlier photos, ...
15/07/2026

St George's Square through the years - early 1900s, 1950s and 1981 (which is 45 years ago!). In the two earlier photos, you can see the cars coming through Station Road where the bus stop now is

The museum is open this weekend, Saturday and Sunday 12-4pm 🚂
10/07/2026

The museum is open this weekend, Saturday and Sunday 12-4pm 🚂

A view looking up St Peter’s Street in 1962. Askew's shop is on the right, the shop is recreated in the museum
08/07/2026

A view looking up St Peter’s Street in 1962. Askew's shop is on the right, the shop is recreated in the museum

We are having a mid-season clean tomorrow (Sat 4th) from 10am-12pm. There is even talk of doughnuts! 🍩 If you would like...
03/07/2026

We are having a mid-season clean tomorrow (Sat 4th) from 10am-12pm. There is even talk of doughnuts! 🍩
If you would like to help (all materials privided), join us in the museum (in the palace grounds) anytime 10am-12pm

The museum is closed this weekend as the Bishops Waltham Festival is taking place in the palace grounds. Have fun if you...
26/06/2026

The museum is closed this weekend as the Bishops Waltham Festival is taking place in the palace grounds. Have fun if you are going to this great event 🥳

24/06/2026

CRAFTERS’ FAYRE 🎨

Crafters Wanted!

📍 Bishop’s Waltham Palace Grounds
📅 Saturday 12 September 2026
⏰ 11:00am – 4:00pm (Set-up from 10:00am)

✨ Showcase Your Craft
Join us during Heritage Open Days in a stunning historic setting managed by English Heritage.

We welcome traditional & contemporary crafters to:
Demonstrate their skills
Share their craft with visitors
Sell handmade items (optional)

🛠 What’s Included
Tables available (pre-booking required)
Option to bring your own gazebo
Flat, accessible grounds
Water & electricity available
Limited indoor space in poor weather

📢 Why Join?
High visitor footfall from Heritage Open Days
Promotion from English Heritage
Beautiful 14th-century setting
Supportive, relaxed atmosphere

💌 Get Involved
We’d love to welcome a wide range of crafters!

👉 Interested? Get in touch, send us a message!

📍 Bishop's Waltham Museum in the Bishop's Waltham palace grounds 📅 Open Saturdays and Sundays 12-4pmPerfect for a picnic...
19/06/2026

📍 Bishop's Waltham Museum in the Bishop's Waltham palace grounds

📅 Open Saturdays and Sundays 12-4pm

Perfect for a picnic this sunny weekend 😎

Bishop's Waltham Museum Railway Exhibition! 🚂All aboard for a journey through history! Discover the history of local rai...
12/06/2026

Bishop's Waltham Museum Railway Exhibition! 🚂
All aboard for a journey through history! Discover the history of local rail travel at our interactive Railway Exhibition.
🔧 See our model railway in action
👨‍👩‍👧 Fun, interactive displays for all ages
📖 Uncover the stories that shaped local travel
Whether you’re a railway enthusiast, a history lover, or just looking for an afternoon out, there’s something for everyone!
📍 Bishop's Waltham Museum in the Bishop's Waltham palace grounds
📅 Open Saturdays and Sundays 12-4pm

The museum is open today and tomorrow, 12-4pm in the palace grounds. Plenty of space for a picnic or snooze! ☀️
24/05/2026

The museum is open today and tomorrow, 12-4pm in the palace grounds. Plenty of space for a picnic or snooze! ☀️

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3 Station Road
Bishops Waltham
SO321DH

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