Explore Our Collection | Newton Abbot Museum

Explore Our Collection

Here you can find some of our favourite objects and past temporary exhibitions

A Few of Our Favourite Things

This letter from 1838 shows the difficult working relationship Brunel had with William Ranger. William was contracted to build sections of the Great Western Railway. Unimpressed with his delays, Brunel dismissed him and kept his tools!

What’s On The Walls?

As you walk into the museum (or pop to the loo) you are greeted by a painting of Newton Abbot printed on the wall, along with an eclectic group of objects. These objects don’t have labels as we wanted to inspire you to come in and look at all our other objects. But if you’re curiosity was piqued, you’re in the right place. This slideshow takes you through the story of the four framed items.

Past Exhibitions

2005

Town Tales