Business Details
46 Years
experience
Bloxham Museum: Preserving Local History Since 1980
Bloxham Museum was established in 1980 by Mrs Yvonne Huntriss MBE to preserve and celebrate the rich history of Bloxham village. Our collection focuses on items significant to Bloxham's past, particularly its era as a self-supporting community. Housed in the historic Courthouse adjacent to St Mary's Church, we offer annual exhibitions designed to engage visitors of all ages, including interactive quizzes for children. As a registered charity run entirely by volunteers, we are committed to maintaining accessibility and educational value.Our exhibitions run from Easter to October, with flexible openings for group visits by appointment. The museum's location in the heart of Bloxham provides a gateway to exploring the village's Saxon heritage and its evolution through agricultural and industrial eras. We also curate a selection of local history publications and resources for family and community research. Our team ensures every visitor receives a warm welcome and a meaningful connection to Bloxham's storied past.
Services
Museum Exhibitions
Historical Book Sales
Group Visits
Educational Activities
Local History Research
Details
- Year established: 1980
Highlights and features
- We are a registered charity dedicated to preserving Bloxham's unique heritage.
- Our annual exhibitions offer fresh insights into local history every year.
- Educational quizzes engage children in interactive historical learning.
- Volunteer-led tours provide personal connections to the village's past.
- Located in a historic 14th-century building with architectural significance.
Associations and certifications
- Accredited Museum
Services
Museum Exhibitions
Annual exhibitions showcase Bloxham's history through curated collections of artefacts and documents. Our displays highlight the village's Saxon origins, agricultural heritage, and 20th-century developments. Each exhibition includes interactive elements for children and educational resources for researchers.
Historical Book Sales
We sell books detailing Bloxham's history, including railway heritage, family records, and village walks. Publications like 'Bloxham Village and Folk' and 'The Heart of Bloxham' provide in-depth historical insights. Postcards and photos from St Mary's spire are also available.
Group Visits
Tailored visits for groups can be arranged by appointment during open months. Our volunteers provide guided tours focusing on specific historical themes or collections. Group bookings may incur a small admission charge.
Educational Activities
Interactive quizzes and age-appropriate activities engage children in local history. Resources support school projects and family research into Bloxham's past. Volunteers assist with historical inquiries and genealogy.
Venue Hire
The Courthouse building hosts special openings for community events and heritage projects. Flexible arrangements available for cultural activities and historical presentations by prior agreement.
People
Mrs Yvonne Huntriss MBE
Founder
Established Bloxham Museum in 1980 to preserve local heritage. Recipient of MBE for services to history. Authored 'The Town of Bloxham' and led initial collections development.
Questions
What are the museum's opening hours?
We open Saturdays, Sundays, and Bank Holiday Mondays from 2:30pm to 5pm between Easter and late October.
Is there an admission charge?
Entry is free for adults and children during regular weekend openings in 2024. Group visits may incur charges.
Can I visit outside regular hours?
We welcome group visits by appointment during open months and consider special requests with prior arrangement.
What educational resources are available?
Interactive quizzes for children, historical books, and research materials support learning about Bloxham's heritage.
What is the museum's historical significance?
Housed in a 14th-century Courthouse, we preserve artefacts from Bloxham's Saxon origins to its 20th-century developments.
