Northgate Museum Bridgnorth
The first stop for discovering the history of the town and the local area.
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Opening times
The Museum is now closed for the winter - we will open again on Good Friday, April 18th 2025. During the summer of 2025, we will be open on Wednesday, Saturday, Sunday and Bank Holiday afternoons, from 12.00 - 3.30pm.
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Getting here
We are located above the Northgate, on the High Street in Bridgnorth.
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Admission
Admission is free for all visitors - donations are welcome.
Facilities
A small museum, run by volunteers, within easy reach of all the facilities in Bridgnorth.
Founded in 1951 -
Northgate Museum
Welcome to the Bridgnorth Museum, where the past meets the present. Our story began in 1951, when a group of local people got together to preserve the town's rich history. Located above the Northgate, at the north end of Bridgnorth's High Street, where it has been a prominent fixture for over 70 years, the museum is entirely run and managed by a team of dedicated volunteers.
Over the years, the museum has amassed an impressive collection of over 5000 historical items from Bridgnorth and the surrounding area, making it a great place to discover some of the history of Bridgnorth and South Shropshire.
We are always looking to acquire interesting historical items to add to our collection, especially if they have a connection to Bridgnorth or the local area.
Please contact us, via the phone number or email address at the bottom of this page, if you have anything of local interest.
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Frequently asked questions
Northgate Museum is open from Easter until the end of October every year. During this period, the museum is open on Saturday, Sunday and Wednesday afternoons, and on Bank Holidays, 12:00pm - 3.30pm. When the Museum is closed, we can always be contacted via the phone number or email address at the bottom of this page.
Donating to the museum is a great way to help support our mission to preserve and showcase Bridgnorth's rich history. There are two ways to make a donation - either online by visiting the 'Support Us' page here, where you can make a secure online donation, or in person with cash, at the museum.
The museum's collection includes over 5000 artefacts, ranging from pictures and paintings to fascinating historical objects. Visitors can expect to see an Edwardian cash till, a model of Bridgnorth in 1275, a rare 17th century turret clock, local archaeological finds, and much more. Our collection reflects the unique history and heritage of Bridgnorth and the local area, offering a glimpse into the past and an opportunity to learn more about the town's rich cultural and historical significance.
Although Bridgnorth Museum is a small museum, we have a diverse collection of artefacts that we recommend spending at least an hour to explore fully. Our friendly volunteers are always on hand to answer any questions and help guide visitors.
We regret that the museum is not wheelchair accessible. There are steep steps that lead to the museum's entrance, making it difficult for visitors with mobility issues.
We do not have our own toilets, but visitors can find public toilets located within easy walking distance of the museum, and our friendly staff can assist with directions to the nearest facilities.