The John Moore Museum

The John Moore Museum Natural History collection, writings of novelist, John Moore, restored timber-framed buildings.

Nestled in a row of historic timber-framed buildings, the museum was established in 1980 in memory of the writer and naturalist John Moore. Today it is also home to an extensive Natural History collection featuring specimens of the mammals and birds native to our countryside, woodlands and wetlands. A few doors away is The Merchant's House,a two storey building which has been beautifully restored

and furnished to show the construction of a 15th century shop and dwelling. We are also manging the historic Old Baptist Chapel, situated across the road.

Quote of the DayShe was oblivious of him and of all about her; and he somehow understood that all her senses and percept...
01/09/2026

Quote of the Day

She was oblivious of him and of all about her; and he somehow understood that all her senses and perceptions were projected towards the creatures in the pool; she had long ceased to be a watcher of the dance, she had become a participant. She was being 'otter', she was feeling the cool creamy surge on her own skin, the tang of the bursting bubbles, the hardness of water and the softness of air; she was smelling the sweet river-smell, seeing the dark darting underwater shapes and the bright scatter of spray, knowing the frenzy and the fury and the wild delight...

Taken from Midsummer Meadow by John Moore

© The John Moore Society

Say No to the Devil!Saturday 17th October at 11am in the Old Baptist ChapelThe Christian Devil is a beguiling and strang...
01/09/2026

Say No to the Devil!

Saturday 17th October at 11am in the Old Baptist Chapel

The Christian Devil is a beguiling and strangely attractive figure, despite his utterly negative portrayal over two thousand years. This talk explores the origins and nature of his curious allure.
Why are women often portrayed as more susceptible to the Devil then men?
How has the portrayal of the Devil changed in popular culture?

Speaker:
Prof. Darren Oldridge is a specialist in sixteenth and seventeenth-century religious history. His interests include witchcraft and the Devil, the supernatural, and the religious context of the English Civil Wars. A recurring theme of his work is the rationality underpinning apparently strange beliefs: this is reflected, most recently, in the new edition of Strange Histories (Routledge: 2017). More broadly, he is interested in the relationship between poetry and film and the past.

At present he is writing a book on early modern English demonology and editing the fourth edition of The Witchcraft Reader, to be published by Routledge in 2025 and 2028 respectively.

Adults: £7.00
Concessions: £5.50

To book a place call 01684 297174 or use the booking link at johnmooremuseum.org

A Gloucestershire Odyssey: Gloucestershire’s History and TraditionsThis is the story of how Gloucestershire developed, a...
31/08/2026

A Gloucestershire Odyssey: Gloucestershire’s History and Traditions

This is the story of how Gloucestershire developed, and looks at its history, folklore, natural history and traditions. How did the Tibblestone arrive in the forecourt of a garage on the A46 at Teddington Hands? What is the mystery of the Bisley Boy? And so much more…

Speaker: Tony Conder
Tony came to Gloucestershire to open the National Waterways Museum. Now retired, he volunteers with Gloucester Civic Trust and researches and gives talks on local subjects. He is currently working to ensure Gloucester celebrates the bicentenary of the Gloucester and Berkeley Canal.

Saturday 14th November at 11am in the Old Baptist Chapel,

Adults £7.00
Concessions: £5.50
Children: £3.00

To book call 01684 287174, email: [email protected] or use the booking link at johnmooremuseum.org

Jorge Jiménez - Bach. Pue Concert IIGet ready to be inspired! 🎻 Join us for an unforgettable evening of classical music ...
30/08/2026

Jorge Jiménez - Bach. Pue Concert II

Get ready to be inspired! 🎻

Join us for an unforgettable evening of classical music as the talented violinist and Early Music specialist Jorge Jiménez returns to the John Moore Museum, bringing with him a fresh wave of creativity and passion.

His 'Bach, Pure' cycle is a testament to the transformative power of music, featuring Bach's sublime Sonatas and Partitas for Solo Violin, which have the ability to uplift and energize us.

With a distinguished career that spans the globe, Jorge's performances have left audiences in awe, from Istanbul to Montreal. Concert II promises to be just as breathtaking, with Partita No. 2 in D Minor, BWV 1004; Sonata No. 3 in C Major, BWV 1005; and Partita No. 3 in E Major, BWV 1006.

Join us on Saturday, 10th October, at the Old Baptist Chapel, where the music will transport you to a world of beauty and possibility.

Doors open at 2:15pm, with the concert commencing at 2:30pm.

Tickets are £15 each and can be purchased at the John Moore Museum or online at johnmooremuseum.org via the events page booking link. Let's come together to experience the magic of music and its ability to bring us closer to our full potential! 💫

Two Queens, One Isle 💔️Only one more week until this brilliant talk!Meet Elizabeth I and Mary, Queen of Scots, cousins a...
29/08/2026

Two Queens, One Isle 💔️

Only one more week until this brilliant talk!

Meet Elizabeth I and Mary, Queen of Scots, cousins and rivals who never met, yet their lives were intertwined in a tale of power, peril, and tragedy.

Join us on Sept 5th at 11am at the Old Baptist Chapel to uncover their stories.

Tickets: Adults £7, Conc £5.50, Child £3.

Book now: call into the museum or use the booking link at johnmooremuseum.org

Get ready for our Discovering Bats Day on Saturday, 31st October 2026, at the Old Baptist chapel! 🎃️Renowned bat experts...
28/08/2026

Get ready for our Discovering Bats Day on Saturday, 31st October 2026, at the Old Baptist chapel! 🎃️

Renowned bat experts David Endacott and Michelle Young are bringing their A-game (and some adorable rescued bats) to debunk all the creepy myths about these winged creatures on Halloween! 🦇

Did you know there are over 1,400 species of bats worldwide, but only three are blood-sucking vampires? 😂 Or that ancient Egyptians thought bats could cure baldness, fever, toothache, and poor eyesight? 🤣 And in China, bats are considered symbols of happiness and good luck! 🎉 Oh, and did you know that bat p**p was once believed to keep demons out of your home? 🚽️ Yeah, we won't be trying that one...

Choose from three event times: 10.30am – 11.30am, 11.45am – 12.45pm, or 2.15pm – 3.15pm.

Tickets: Adults £7.00, Concessions £5.50, Children £3.00.

Call 01684 297174 or book online at johnmooremuseum.org. See you there! 🦇

Garden Thursday 🌱 Did you know that Hazels have the power to thrive in their own unique way? Most of them bloom into bea...
27/08/2026

Garden Thursday 🌱

Did you know that Hazels have the power to thrive in their own unique way?

Most of them bloom into beautiful large shrubs. The bark is a stunning brown, shiny and peels, revealing its true beauty.

The young twigs are adorned with numerous hairs, a symbol of strength and resilience. Alternate leaves, almost heart-shaped, have rounded tips. Appearing in May, they stay with us until about November. 💖

An Evening of Ghost Stories - Saturday 3rd October at 7pmJoin Behind the Door Productions for ‘An Evening of ‘Ghost Stor...
27/08/2026

An Evening of Ghost Stories - Saturday 3rd October at 7pm

Join Behind the Door Productions for ‘An Evening of ‘Ghost Stories’ at the Old Baptist Chapel:

ACT 1: In Charles Dickens’ classic ghost story, ‘The Signalman’, we follow a railway signalman who keeps watch over a damp, and gloomy railway cutting. Upon questioning, he reveals that he has been haunted by spectral warnings of impending train disasters.

ACT 2: In Sir Arthur Conan Doyle’s ‘Lot No. 249’, we follow Abercrombie Smith, a student who investigates a series of supernatural occurrences linked to his neighbour, Edward Bellingham. Edward, an Oxford student, holds possession of an ancient Egyptian mummy which he appears to have been using to stalk his enemies.

This is a candlelit performance taking place in the Old Baptist Chapel and will begin at 7pm

In this one-man performance, Toby Burchell performs two chilling tales by the finest writers of the ghost story genre. Originally narrated as entertainments for friends, these are the perfect traditional ghost stories.

General Admission: £15.00
Under 16s: £10.00

Book in person at the John Moore Museum or use the booking link at johnmooremuseum.org

Wildlife WednesdayObservations suggest a decline in starling populations visiting gardens, mirroring the species' overal...
26/08/2026

Wildlife Wednesday

Observations suggest a decline in starling populations visiting gardens, mirroring the species' overall downward trend.

Meanwhile, wren populations present a more complex picture, with their susceptibility to harsh winters obscuring any long-term patterns.

“More Than Stuffing: A Taxidermist’s Journey into a Misunderstood Art”Saturday 19th September at 11am, in the Old Baptis...
26/08/2026

“More Than Stuffing: A Taxidermist’s Journey into a Misunderstood Art”

Saturday 19th September at 11am, in the Old Baptist Chapel

Drawing on personal experience and professional expertise, taxidermist Becky Dick introduces her journey into taxidermy, clarifies the nature of the practice, and reveals the careful processes that define this misunderstood art.

Speaker:
Becky Dick – Becky has been doing traditional taxidermy since 2014, trained by professional taxidermist David Keningale in 2014. Additionally, Becky has also had training from specialist World Champion bird taxidermist Carl Church in 2017 and an accredited member of the late George Jamieson in 2020. Further bird taxidermy training, plus moulding and casting with Carl Church in late 2021. And undertook a 3-day taxidermy conservation course taught by Simon Moore in August 2022. Becky is also a member of the UK The Guild of Taxidermists.

Adults £7.00
Concessions £5.50
Children £3.00

Call 01684 297174 or book online at johnmooremuseum.org

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