Monday - OPEN 10:00 - 16:30
04-07-2026 - 10-10-2026
An exhibition of paintings by Sir Alfred Munnings, former President of the Royal Academy of Arts, capturing the evocative landscapes, people and ponies of Exmoor.
25-07-2026 - 17-10-2026
Reflecting on the lives of people visiting and living in North Devon during a significant period in history, as captured in the nation's Mass Observation…
19-08-2026
Costs: Free
Join us at the Museum in welcoming a host of special guests from Exmoor Zoo! A free family-friendly event.
22-08-2026
Costs: £10 (all 5 sessions for £45)
Join local artist, Sue Proudfoot, to sketch or paint outdoors in Withypool on Exmoor. No experience necessary.
26-08-2026
Costs: Free
A free artist-led workshop led by artist and storyteller, Sophie Cobb. The session is drop-in - no need to book.
29-08-2026
Costs: £10 (all 5 sessions for £45)
Join local artist, Jennifer Schamotta, to sketch or paint outdoors in Barnstaple. No experience necessary.
05-09-2026
Costs: Free
Talk by Graeme Horn, writer for the Exmoor Magazine and volunteer with the Exmoor Society Archive. Booking required.
12-09-2026
Costs: Free
Talk by Lisa Eden, Trustee and Deputy Chair of The Exmoor Society. Booking required.
26-09-2026
Costs: Free
Talk by Rob Wilson-North from Exmoor National Park. Free - advanced booking required.
03-10-2026
Costs: Free
With Dr Todd Gray, Honorary Research Fellow at Exeter University, and author of many books about the history of Devon.
02-06-2025 - 31-12-2026
Costs: N/A
Submit your story to help create a rich, living map of Barnstaple!
Named in honour of Bromley’s Cafe our tearoom is situated on the ground floor, where you can relax with beautiful views of the square.
The museum holds one of the country's finest collections of North Devon Pottery from the medieval period to present day.
Barnstaple's largest employer of the 20th century, the S&P collection includes some of the finest Arts and Crafts furniture.
The museum is home to the military collections of the Royal Devon Yeomanry.
Everyday objects used by the people of North Devon over the last five hundred years.
A rich collection of North Devon artists such as Frederick Richard Lee, Joseph Kennedy, Brian Chugg and Wilfred Avery.
Significant geology and minerals collection from Victorian collectors and the North Devon coastline.
There are many ways you can volunteer to care for North Devon’s heritage, helping to provide an amazing service to Barnstaple’s museum visitors.
Our supporters mean a huge amount to the museum. Whether its making a donation during your visit or leaving a legacy in your will.
Opening times are: 10am - 4:30pm | Mon - SatMonday - OPEN 10:00 - 16:30
