We found out so much about the history of Ilfracombe & North Devon from spending a few hours looking round, and talking to staff. The exhibits are well laid out, and I would reccomend this museum to any one visiting the area.

Amazing amount of stuff in such a small space, loads of imformation, friendly staff and you got to touch stuff. Great fun.

On a cold and breezy day this was an inexpensive way to keep the kids entertained for an hour (could easily have been longer but the car was in a pay and display) Staff were friendly and the exhibits were interesting.

A must if you are in the area. The staff are lovely and helpful. There are quizzes for the kids to complete as you wander around. It is stuffed with memorabilla and items of nostalgia. It's a small charge for adults.Kids go free. It has a small gift shop which doesn't break the bank. Well worth a visit.

I loved every bit of my holidays with john fowlers the only thing you have is the weather but that is England for you.

Went on a special Pirate themed day - loads of activities laid on for children of all ages. Also a band singing sea shanties, one of which we're still singing months later! Staff were superb, museum was fascinating, & the special events meant that we actually had an opportunity to see the museum at an adult's pace - brilliant, smiles... More

This is an excellent museum that will absorb everyone. I loved the memorabilia about the railway which once ran into Ilfracombe. There is so much stuff there that you need two or three visits to take it all in.

Actually visited back in August 2010. Before arriving I email that I was coming from New Zealand, the arrival date and the names of my ancestors I was researching. It was all there waiting for me, with copies of some of the info. What fantasic service! Hats off to those staff that run that museum. I enjoyed looking at what... More

Not too sure about this one. There is not much going on. everything is very crowded. There is nothing too exciting in there either. Save ya money and go to a proper museum.