Out of the Hat

 

girl wearing helmet

A unique attraction set in a wonderful 17th century former hat shop.  The three storey building houses a friendly visitor centre on the ground floor and a stunning interactive heritage centre above; where you can explore this delightful market town's long and fascinating history using hand held visual and audio guides. 

 

New for 2011 - a fascinating new exhibition. Tales of the Riverbank explores stories of people who lived and worked on the rivers at Tewkesbury.  Learn about Captain Festus Agrippa Roberts and the skills of seamanship. Remember the floods in beautiful photographs and relive the intriguing  history of the Elver Wars.

 

 

 

boy doing craftsman ready for elver fishing

 

glove making toolsa picture of an audio guide

 

shop   group visits   wheelchair access   kids trails/quiz   school visits

 

 

Admission (includes PMP or guide leaflet) £2.50 adult, £2 senior, £1.50 child over 5, £7 family ticket 

 

Open: April - Oct -  Mon - Sat 10am - 5pm, Nov - Mar Mon, Tues, Fri & Sat 10am - 4pm