Taunton Museam

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(939) · Museum in Taunton, United Kingdom
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Housed in Taunton’s historic castle, the Museum of Somerset tells the county's fascinating story from prehistoric times to the present day. Within …

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Mar 5, 2025
Superb museum, I didn’t expect such a good museum in a small town. The current exhibition of Rachel Reckitts work is excellent. .The story of her life in art is very well told. From there we went o…Full review by Sightseer58867568539
Mar 3, 2025
One of the best museums I’ve been to. It is very well laid out for both adults and children (some exhibits are at child height). The exhibits are in context and logically arranged. If the school part…Full review by Sylvia C
Jan 25, 2025
Excellent museum, housed inside Taunton Castle, with fascinating exhibitions. Friendly and helpful staff and excellent layout.Full review by quatermass2020
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Questions & answers

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Are dogs allowed
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Don't think so. Didn't see any when I was there, so I wouldn't risk it. Good walks in and around Taunton though.
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Where is the museum. What road is it on?
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Walk through the portcullis between fat face and next and it’s on the right just past the Castle Hotel
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Where is the best place to park if you want to visit the museum?
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Outside the cinema/theatre... clearly signposted, or just up the street opposite the cricket ground there's a large carpark, ticket required ( cut through the church grounds to get on the …
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Outside the cinema/theatre... clearly signposted, or just up the street opposite the cricket ground there's a large carpark, ticket required ( cut through the church grounds to get on the high street).
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How do I get there from the railway station please? RosemarieTunstall
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Right outside the rail station exit there is a bus stop. Any bus from there goes to the Parade. A few minutes ride,ask the driver to let you know. When you get off at the Parade you will …
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Right outside the rail station exit there is a bus stop. Any bus from there goes to the Parade. A few minutes ride,ask the driver to let you know. When you get off at the Parade you will see LLoyds Bank. Cross over the crossing. You will see FAT Face on your right . Walk up the short lane and you can't miss the Castle Bow in front of you.. (The old East Gate to the castle green) You will see the portcullis. Entering the Castle green you can't miss the Castle to your right. Turning right takes you into the entrance into the inner courtyard and reception. On returning the bus stop is right outside Fat Face. Ask the driver to let you know the station stop.(All busses from that stop go past the station) Walk a few yards back to the crossing lights then walk back down again under the railway bridge and the station is seen to your right.
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Can I visit without an appointment?
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An appointment is strongly encouraged. We may be able to accommodate a visitor without booking but this is not guaranteed.
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