Bexhill Museum
Bexhill Museum
4.5
11:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Tuesday
11:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Wednesday
11:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Thursday
11:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Friday
11:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Saturday
11:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Sunday
11:00 AM - 4:00 PM
About
Bexhill Museum offers something for everyone from local history & archaeology to fashion & Bexhill’s motor heritage. Our unique collections are housed in a distinctive building combining a traditional Edwardian museum with a modern extension. The Museum runs a wide range of special events, activities and workshops throughout the year for children, families and adults.
Duration: 1-2 hours
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- Sushi-fan10London, United Kingdom126 contributionsWonderful little museumTruly welcoming and entertaining little museum - with something for everyone. Dinosaur footsteps, a Roman gladiator helmet, taxidermy, Winston Churchill’s boyhood dress, a knitted swimsuit, Eddie Izzard’s family railway set. Planes, trains and automobiles! All for £4 - and really knowledgeable museum staff/volunteers - would recommend to anyone.Visited September 2023Travelled as a coupleWritten September 24, 2023
- KimM750Exeter, United Kingdom305 contributionsSuperb museum!We visited thinking an hour or two would be enough - no! After 1.5 hours we hadn't left the first exhibit hall! So much to see and take in ..far too much for a casual glance! The volunteers were welcoming and friendly, with Angela being exceptional. We forgot and weren't prompted for Gift Aid, so that was a shame. Definitely on our To Do list for our next visit to the area .Visited August 2023Travelled as a coupleWritten September 24, 2023
- Corinne LBexhill-on-Sea, United Kingdom54 contributionsA great place to visitLoved this place. A diverse range of artefacts in this museum. The whole place was well organised and laid out to easily navigate. The highlight was the knowledgeable staff who explained about the exhibits and gave us lots of historic information about Bexhill, thank you, it was much appreciated.Visited November 2023Travelled as a coupleWritten November 26, 2023
- Heather BBroad Oak, United Kingdom90 contributionsGreat find, interesting exhibits and amazing volunteersGreat find on a cold day. Can’t believe we’ve never been before. We received a really warm and enthusiastic welcome from the volunteers. All were very knowledgeable and offered lots of additional information. Lots of interesting exhibits with lots of local finds. Trains, cars, clothing, war, nature even dinosaurs! Go and see for yourself if you’ve never been.Visited December 2023Travelled as a coupleWritten December 1, 2023
- Keith SBanbury, United Kingdom3 contributionsBexhill Museum - A Wonderful Surprise!My wife and I visited Bexhill Museum after seeing it on Pete Waterman's TV prog. The place was a revelation. Everything is so brilliantly set out and although we went for the model railways originally we could not tear ourselves away from so much else on offer. Above all, the staff were excellent. So welcoming and informative without being overbearing. The museum was terrific and we shall return even though we live in Oxforshire.Visited December 2023Travelled as a coupleWritten December 15, 2023
- mjp5Halesowen, United Kingdom64 contributionsFantastic Bexhill MuseumWhat an amazing place. We visited on Boxing Day afternoon and were greeted by very polite, friendly and knowledgeable volunteers. The contents of the museum flows in a logical development of Bexhill and there were volunteers in each area to add further information about the exhibits. Our little Grandson (2) was busy trying to find ‘Rudolph’ and was mesmerised by the excellent Eddy Izzard Railways (previously seen on Pete Watermans TV program). The railway display must not be missed. The winter layout has so many features brilliantly explained by the volunteers. A shop (railway and local books, pocket money toys ) and a small welcoming Coffee shop adds to the atmosphere. Admissions are really reasonable (£4 adults/£3 concessions) and Annual Tickets for two people at the same address is £22.50 is fantastic value). There is so much to see, you can’t do it in one visit. Thanks to everyone who is involved in running this gem in Bexhill.Visited December 2023Travelled with familyWritten December 29, 2023
- Mark BRoyal Tunbridge Wells, United Kingdom28 contributionsAn enjoyable journey through the diverse history of Bexhill on SeaI have been meaning to visit the Bexhill Museum for a while and today, a beautiful January day, we finally made it. We were not disappointed. An eclectic collection of items many directly linked to Bexhill. Some exhibits were millions of years old and others merely within one hundred years. What made our visit so special was the enthusiasm and knowledge of the guides who managed to bring much of what we saw to life and were very happy to answer questions and tell us more about the history of one of our favourite haunts. The museum is right by Egerton Park, a lovely place to wander around, we didn't try the tearoom, but a good reason to make a return visit. If you are in Bexhill and want a gentle journey through the diverse history of the place I would really recommend a couple of hours browsing the displays.Visited January 2024Travelled as a coupleWritten January 26, 2024
- Odyssey077049701191 contributionThanks!Had to write a review (don't normally) as we went to Bexhill museum today and it was wonderful! Very warm and welcoming. Fantastic, friendly and knowledgeable staff. My children (7) loved it. I saw lots of very interesting displays. Will go back on my own so I can read more of the descriptions/ information!Visited March 2024Travelled with familyWritten March 29, 2024
- JanetRedhill, United Kingdom63 contributionsBigger and better than it looks outsideRainy halfterm day excellent way to pass the morning. Took longer than expected-quite a variety to see and kept the kids (11 and 10) interest. Things to spot/quiz in return for a sticker. Staff friendly and helpful. Absolute worst thing was the parking though.Visited May 2024Travelled with familyWritten May 28, 2024
- SUPERTRAMP70Battle, United Kingdom432 contributionsAmazing museum experienceOf all the years living in East Sussex, I have never visited the museum. Went along to the Easter egg hunt and was overwhelmed by the museum. The volunteers are a credit to the museum full of knowledge and very welcoming . We went quite late, so I had to rush around but will definitely go backVisited April 2024Travelled with familyWritten June 2, 2024
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Nicola_W_0108
United Kingdom816 contributions
Aug 2021
My husband and I were staying in Bexhill for our mini-moon and thought we would give the museum a try. The layout of the first part of the museum seemed a bit tight and as there were several other people admitted around the same time as us, it was difficult to get past and actually look at what we wanted to in peace. Some of the exhibits were more interesting than others. We did feel irritated by one of the volunteers; we were trying to look at and read the displays ourselves but she kept butting in trying to give us information which was already on the display. I understand they are passionate about the museum but they should leave people to look around/take in the information at their own pace and without interruption, unless we’d initiated conversation and wanted to know more. For me, this spoilt the experience somewhat because I couldn’t concentrate or process what I was reading. The Bexhill model presentation was interesting - a shame the sound effects weren’t working but still a nice experience. The toilets are in the complete wrong place - people had to squeeze their way through past the presentation area to access the toilets, which is obviously inconvenient and interrupts the presentation for those listening. On both entering and exiting, we heard staff sharing how much money the museum had taken on various days. I can imagine they are proud that people are visiting, but it’s a bit distasteful discussing profits when customers are in earshot. Not sure if I would visit again but for the reasonable admission, it’s worth a look around for a couple of hours.
Written August 16, 2021
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epspjs
London, UK210 contributions
May 2021
Museum just opened again and what a fascinating experience. So much to see and learn, staff/volunteers extremely knowledgeable and such a cheap admission price Absolutely fascinating to see all the exhibits and don't forget to look up at the ceiling. A great deal of effort has gone into these exhibits and just wish we had more time to visit so leave yourself enough time to get involved in everything. Will definitely be visiting again. Also good to see all the Covid safety measures in place.
Written May 19, 2021
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Travelforfun35
Brighton, UK51 contributions
Jun 2021 • Couples
The curators of the museum were really knowledgeable and informative. The museum has an extremely eclectic collection and it was very interesting. Bexhill has an extraordinary history. We may return, as I don’t think we saw everything (it was hot today!). What I would really recommend to visitors is to go the museum in the morning have a good browse for an hour or two, then into the delightful park behind the museum for a picnic lunch, then a stroll along the prom and an ice cream.
Written June 13, 2021
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79sgrif
Bristol, UK310 contributions
Aug 2021 • Friends
We went to the museum in the first day of holiday as it was indoors and it was raining. Glad we made the trip. The staff/volunteers were all really friendly and shared lots of useful information. The model railway of Bexhill in the 60’s is fascinating and the talk given is great. We really enjoyed seeing it. Definitely worth a visit.
Written August 18, 2021
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Sushi-fan10
London, UK126 contributions
Sept 2023 • Couples
Truly welcoming and entertaining little museum - with something for everyone. Dinosaur footsteps, a Roman gladiator helmet, taxidermy, Winston Churchill’s boyhood dress, a knitted swimsuit, Eddie Izzard’s family railway set. Planes, trains and automobiles! All for £4 - and really knowledgeable museum staff/volunteers - would recommend to anyone.
Written September 24, 2023
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Roger R
Brighton, England, United Kingdom7 contributions
Dec 2021 • Friends
Visited the museum on Saturday 4th December 2021 especially to see the Bexhill in snow 1940s model train layout and wasnt disappointed, Didnt know what to expect from the museum but as soon as we stepped foot in the door what came instantly apparent was the dedication and helpfulness of all the staff, very friendly and everyone of them eager to help and tell you about the exhibits.
A special mention about Angela who was at the Bexhill in snow train layout, she was very friendly and told us all about how the layout came about and took time to tell us about the history of the town and buildings in the 40s, she was very knowledgeable and made our visit a great success, thank you.
Will definitely return
A special mention about Angela who was at the Bexhill in snow train layout, she was very friendly and told us all about how the layout came about and took time to tell us about the history of the town and buildings in the 40s, she was very knowledgeable and made our visit a great success, thank you.
Will definitely return
Written December 6, 2021
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Greenlake
25 contributions
Mar 2023 • Couples
What a lovely museum.There are many varied displays to look at and the staff, many of whom are volunteers, are very knowledgeable and helpful. The Izzard family trainsets are wonderful and have buttons to press - which appeals to both old and young.My husband and I visited for the princely sum of £2.50 each (old wrinklies rate) and it would have been a bargain at twice the price. An ideal way to spend a morning or afternoon at Bexhill. As the museum backs onto Egerton Park you could even make a day of it.The parking on Bexhill seafront is only £2 for 10 hours (8am to 6pm) so all in all it's a bit of a bargain.
Written March 27, 2023
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Samantha B
Bexhill-on-Sea, UK30 contributions
Aug 2022 • Family
I went with my son who is 9 and my daughter who is 6 after playing at Egerton park which is behind it.
We decided to get away from the sunshine and have a look in Bexhill museum. The entry fee was only £3 for adults and £1.50 each child. Which I thought was an absolute bargain. We were greeted by some friendly staff who I believe volunteer there. They were very friendly and knowledgeable of everything in the museum and the history of Bexhill. My children really enjoyed playing the free quiz is in each room I learnt a lot from it. All the artefacts and Eddie Izzard‘s train set was incredible! We thoroughly enjoyed it and will be spreading the word to come to this museum thank you for all that you do to keep it running. We will return thank you to all the volunteers there xx
We decided to get away from the sunshine and have a look in Bexhill museum. The entry fee was only £3 for adults and £1.50 each child. Which I thought was an absolute bargain. We were greeted by some friendly staff who I believe volunteer there. They were very friendly and knowledgeable of everything in the museum and the history of Bexhill. My children really enjoyed playing the free quiz is in each room I learnt a lot from it. All the artefacts and Eddie Izzard‘s train set was incredible! We thoroughly enjoyed it and will be spreading the word to come to this museum thank you for all that you do to keep it running. We will return thank you to all the volunteers there xx
Written August 4, 2022
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mjp5
Halesowen, UK64 contributions
Dec 2023 • Family
What an amazing place. We visited on Boxing Day afternoon and were greeted by very polite, friendly and knowledgeable volunteers. The contents of the museum flows in a logical development of Bexhill and there were volunteers in each area to add further information about the exhibits. Our little Grandson (2) was busy trying to find ‘Rudolph’ and was mesmerised by the excellent Eddy Izzard Railways (previously seen on Pete Watermans TV program). The railway display must not be missed. The winter layout has so many features brilliantly explained by the volunteers. A shop (railway and local books, pocket money toys ) and a small welcoming Coffee shop adds to the atmosphere. Admissions are really reasonable (£4 adults/£3 concessions) and Annual Tickets for two people at the same address is £22.50 is fantastic value).
There is so much to see, you can’t do it in one visit. Thanks to everyone who is involved in running this gem in Bexhill.
There is so much to see, you can’t do it in one visit. Thanks to everyone who is involved in running this gem in Bexhill.
Written December 29, 2023
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rosiechap
2 contributions
Dec 2021
I took 3 grandchildren age 7-10 to the museum today. We have been before and enjoyed it but this Museum just gets better and better! Today the children were greeted with a special Christmas quiz where they had to find certain things, including a Christmas elf.... it made them look for a variety of things, but all were easily found and the quiz with colour pictures of the objects to find was just the right length for their ages and there were prizes at the end. They loved playing with the model trains and seeing the 1940 Bexhill in snow model; the lady who showed us was knowledgeable and had original photos to show us. Amazing work by skilled volunteers.
Considering Bexhill is a small place compared to many other towns locally, the play park behind it is great for letting off steam, Trattoria Italiana where we had pizza for lunch was excellent value and all this combined makes a great visit. Don't forget to do Ringo for your parking!
Considering Bexhill is a small place compared to many other towns locally, the play park behind it is great for letting off steam, Trattoria Italiana where we had pizza for lunch was excellent value and all this combined makes a great visit. Don't forget to do Ringo for your parking!
Written December 17, 2021
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