Fordingbridge Museum, Hampshire – See local artefacts, browse the photographic collection, wonder at the Augustus John exhibition, explore the Victorian doll's house, with hands-on activities for children, open all year round

Cobblers Shop display from a local shoe repairers

Cobblers Shop display from a local shoe repairers

He and his wife were Deaf and were able to communicate with customers with the help of their daughter.

Pubs in Fordingbridge

Some of the many ancient pubs in Fordingbridge that were and still are important for social cohesion in the town.

Local Artist Augustus John

Augustus John was a nationally renowned portrait artist. See some original works including some stunning drawings.

Blacksmiths Display

Local Blacksmiths display showing how most metal items were made locally by these skilled craftsmen.

Kitchenalia Display

Display showing many items that older visitors might have been familiar with. A real nostalgia trip for them as well as being an eye opener for younger visitors.

Local history brought to life

Explore the rich history of Fordingbridge and the surrounding areas in one of the most stimulating and fascinating attractions in the town.

Situated on the edge of the New Forest, in the old market town of Fordingbridge on the Hampshire Avon, our small museum is housed on two floors of an old granary and is run by volunteers.

Experience a Second World War bomb shelter

Find out about local businesses and trades

Learn about controversial local artist Augustus John

Browse our albums of local photographs

Buy gifts from our well stocked shop

Entry is free but we rely on donations to keep open so please be generous - Please see the Donations page for details.

Commemorating Local Heroes

Throughout history, every community has individuals who have stepped forward in time of conflict and danger. These local heroes have shown immense bravery and sacrifice, whether during major global events like the World Wars or in more localised crises. This year, in the Museum we want to highlight some of the remarkable individuals who served our community as service personnel, or in the civilian services before, during and after the World Wars.

Composite picture of military, fire, police and nursing personnel

If you have friends or family members you believe deserve recognition, we invite you to share their stories with us. We would like to include them in our commemorations, whether they have passed away or are still among us. info@fordingbridgemuseum.co.uk

Welcome to Fordingbridge Museum

The museum houses a wide range of displays including:

A large Victorian furnished dolls house, Victorian domestic kitchen and entertainment equipment, Local educational artefacts, Albums of photographs of Fordingbridge and surrounding villages.

Displays about local public houses, Carpentry equipment, a blacksmith’s premises, the local Turks football club, the artist Augustus John and his statue, WW2 artefacts, the railway in Fordingbridge and Fordingbridge Regatta.

Other permanent displays include: Local brick making artefacts and history, Cobblers equipment, Early bicycles and a dramatic illustrated account of local smugglers.