Gold Hill Museum

Museum Overview

Gold Hill Museum is located at the top of the picturesque Gold Hill in Shaftesbury, Dorset. The street is steeply inclined with a cobbled surface and is well known for the Hovis “Boy on a Bike” advert.

It is a modern museum that is set in two historic buildings. One was once a priest’s house that still has a “squint” through the wall to St Peter’s Church and the other provided basic lodgings for traders that once traded at the market on Gold Hill.

There are eight galleries to explore that tell the story of rural and town life. Highlights include a unique Byzant that was carried during annual celebrations, Dorset’s oldest fire engine that dates back to 1744, fine lacework, handmade Dorset buttons and a mummified cat.

Further Information Gold Hill Museum

Is there food and drink available?

There are places nearby serving food and drinks.

What are the main things to do?

museum at the top of a steep hill which is well known for the Hovis “Boy on a Bike” advert. There are toilets.

What are the ticket prices?

The museum is free to visit. Donations are welcome.

Is there parking?

There is car parking a 5 minutes walk away, but charges apply.

When are they open?

The museum is open every day from April until late autumn. For up-to-date opening times and dates please visit their website.

Dog friendly?

Dogs on leads are welcome inside the Gold Hill Museum.

Are they accessible?

Information on accessibility