Museums

Belas Knap Long Barrow
Ancient Long Barrow where cheifs would have been laid to rest. Once the home of 30 skeletons which is now managed by English Heritage.

Cheltenham Art Gallery & Museum
Galleries include a nationally important Arts & Crafts Movement collection, furniture, paintings, ceramics, jewellery, archaeology and local history, as well as changing special exhibitions.

Corinium Museum
One of the finest collections of antiquities from Roman Britain, brought to life through the objects and life size reconstructions of a Roman kitchen, dining room and garden. Also displays on the history of Cirencester and Cotswolds inc. Medieval and Civil War galleries. Special events and exhibitions throughout the year.

Great Witcombe Roman Villa
A Roman Villa set on the beautiful backdrop of the Cotswold escarpment. Roman baths with a tesselated pavement showing fish, coins, jewellery and pottery.

John Moore Countryside Museum
A museum for those who care about the countryside and its wildlife. Natural History displays of British woodland, wetland and garden wildlife exhibited in a 15th century timber-framed house. Touch a variety of animals with the handling collection and hear the sounds of nature through the seasons. Displays of sculpture by Alan Jack and a full programme of LIVE ANIMAL EVENTS throughout the year.

Nature in Art
Fine decorative and applied art inspired by nature. An unrivalled collection spanning 1500 years, 60 countires and artists as diverse as David Shepherd, Picasso, Bugatti, Scott, Flemish masters, ethnic art, modern crafts and much more - there is something for everyone here! Artists demonstrating from February - November. Twice specially commended in the National Museum of the Year Awards.

The Cotswold Perfumery
A unique chance to go behind the scenes and see how perfume is made. Be prepared to revise the way you think about your sense of smell after this revealing and informative 45v min tour.

The Museum in the Park
Set in the beautiful grounds of Stratford Park, this museum tells the story of Stroud, the Five Valleys and the wider district. Colourful displays, hands-on activities and a varied programme of events and exhibitions.

The Shambles Victorian Village
An amazing collection of old buildings - cottages, houses, alleyways, streets and courtyards, shops and workshops all displaying life in the 1890's. Thousands of Victorian objects with almost 100 windows to peer into! All just as if the Victorians had popped out for a minute! About an acre to explore! Cottage garden and picnic area. Dogs welcome.

The Tewkesbury Museum
Marvel at the Borough's fascinating history from the Stone Age to the present with our amazing collections housed in a 17th century building. Explore the evidence of Roman settlement and uncover Tewkesbury's manor. Find out about the bloody Battle of Tewkesbury in 1471. Discover what life was like in Victorian times and see artefacts from the two World Wars.

The Wharf House - Visitor Centre, Restaurant & Tea Rooms
This FREE visitor centre explores 750 years of the Leadon Valley from the Roman vineyards, Civil War, basketry and willow growing, to the ongoing restoration of the Herefordshire & Gloucestershire Canal. Walk round the restored Canal Basin and along the River Severn and the wildlife and Telford's famous bridge. The tea room / restaurant sees the best of local produce, flair and imagination.

Winchcombe Folk & Police Museum
There's something for everyone in this unique museum in the Cotswolds. Winchcombe's fascinating past comes alive in the heritage collection of displays, photographs, historic items, memoirs and local family history information. The Police collection has a wide range of uniforms and equipment, both historic and modern, British and International. There are several activity sheets for children.

Winchcombe Railway Museum & Garden
There are lots of things to do in half an acre of Cotswold gardens. Have a hands on experience with working signals. The garden is full of old and rare plants, a Victorian vegetable garden, herbs and a medieval medicinal herb garden. Something for all the family.