The museum which is housed
in Bedale Hall, was founded in 1959. With many items originating
from local donations, it has grown to become a collection
of "bygones" which now includes tools, lamps,
record books, accounts, flat irons and wartime memorabilia.
Pride of place and the original inspiration for the museum
is an ancient wooden fire engine (see photo) dating from
1748.
Household appliances abound in this particular
corner of the museum - irons, sewing machines, vacuum
cleaners, washing and baking equipment.
A farming dairy section has
an interesting selection of utensils and equipment from
the days before large milking herds and bulk tanks. Milk
churns, coolers, milking stools .... to name but a few.
The above provide only a sample of what there
is to see.
The museum is based in the Georgian wing of
Bedale Hall, and also boasts an extensive archive of local,
family and area history.
Call in and see us sometime or telephone (01677)
423797.
Opening Times:
Easter - 30 September:
Monday,
Tuesday, Wednesday and Friday - 2pm-4pm
Saturday 10am - 12 noon
Other times by prior arrangement
