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THE Teign Heritage Centre, which opened in May last year, is a landmark building and a must-see attraction in the local area. It is run entirely by volunteers.
The centre houses the newly-renovated
Teignmouth and Shaldon Museum where visitors can discover the area’s past history from the 11th century through to the present day. Visitors to the museum will be able to enter an original Victorian bathing machine and dress up in period-style swimming costumes – a perfect photo opportunity. They can see the remains from the 16th century Church Rocks Wreck, found just off Teignmouth beach in 1975, including two cannon, a cooking pot and several cannon balls. There’s a chance to play on old pier machines,
saved from the existing pier, and see how games have changed from those you see today. They can learn about the French raid in 1690 when Teignmouth houses were burnt to the ground, and see a Napoleonic prison window from the building where French prisoners were once said to have been detained.
In the Sea Gallery, there are objects and paintings from the shipbuilding, fishing and trading industries on the River Teign, and items belonging to Admiral Pellew, from Nelson’s era, who lived locally. Upstairs in the Shore Gallery, the story is told of
the growth of the towns from fashionable watering places in the early 1800s to holiday destinations for all types of people once the railway had been built. Many famous people have stayed here, including the Beatles, and the rock group Muse met each other here at the local school.
The Heritage Centre also houses the Teign Room, a multi-purpose community space which runs a programme of events, workshops for schools, temporary exhibitions and lectures. This room can be hired by local organisations.
Are you interested in local history? Then why not become a member and help us to support the Heritage Centre. Members can attend interesting talks on a variety of subjects, join us on summer outings and receive two journals a year, all for only £10 per person.
The Heritage Centre is open until November 30. Opening hours are from 10am to 5pm Tuesday to Saturday, Sundays noon to 5pm, but the centre closes at 4.30pm in October and November. Adult entry charge is £2.50 per person. Children under 18 are free, but under 11s must be accompanied by an adult. The centre is fully accessible, with car parking nearby.
Contact us on 01626 777041 or see our website for details at
info@teignheritage.org.uk Charity no. 1116204 Company no. 5874265 Registered Museum no. 996
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