Entry is free
But do please leave us a donation when you visit, as we rely on your generosity to keep the museum open.
The Museum is entirely run by volunteers and we would
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Open now for the summer season.
28 April 2026 until 31 October 2026.
Phone only answered during opening hours. Answer machine at other times.
Visitor information
Open now for the summer
When you visit the Museum there are a few other things you might like to know.
Access to the Museum
The building housing the Museum is heritage listed and there are some limitations on the access. The details relating to access are given here.
Read detailed description of how to access the Museum
Reception and shop
The Museum has really benefitted from the new Reception and shop area. Don't forget to check out the variety of things we have for sale when you visit. The sales support both local artisans and the Museum. If you would like to know more about our suppliers, check out their details here .
Group tours
We offer group tours, with optional demonstrations, at times when the Museum is closed to the general public. We can also arrange a speaker to come to your venue
Tour information
Parking
Free one-hour parking in street
Taxi Drop-off outside Museum
2 car parks in town (£2.50 for 2 hours) in Back Lane, and Gravel Car Park (also short stay).
Buses
Local and long distance bus service
Bus station in Back Lane Car Park
Short walk over the bridge to Museum
Trains
Trains to Shrewsbury and beyond, and to the Welsh coast.
Station is 15 minutes walk from Museum
The Museum Shop
Our successful and expanding shop, will be open again this year at the same times as the Museum.
It is located in Reception at the main entrance.
We now offer a range of museum souvenirs such as an illustrated guide to the latest exhibition (written by our curator), postcards, sheep toys, sheep keyrings and local history books about Newtown. We also sell a fabulous selection of wool and hand-crafted gifts made by local artisans.
tote bags & magnets, quilted bags, notebooks & glasses cases knitted sheep and birds, woven bags and purses charming sheep greetings cards locally made Marmalade - with four citrus fruit flavours woven together in a nod to the local weaving industry and much more!
We have items to suit all budgets and accept cash or card. Visitors tell us that browsing in our little shop really enhances their visit. So be sure to include time to purchase something really unique in our shop when planning your visit. All proceeds support local artisans and help to keep the museum open.
Some of the items for sale in our shop Museum shop including some new craft work
A quick overview
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Looking for accommodation or things to do locally
Go to the "Visit Wales" website for information and ideas.
"Wales Tourists Online" have an excellent selection of holiday cottages for short breaks and holidays.
The Mid-Wales Arts Centre near Caersws is home to a unique permanent collection of enamels and sculpture, among other things. Check them out.