Description
Situated in the former Victorian swimming baths, Charnwood Museum showcases the rich heritage of the local area.
Featuring a wide range of exhibits reflecting the history, geology, archaeology and industries of Charnwood and the surrounding area, permanent displays include 'Coming to Charnwood', 'The Natural World of Charnwood', 'Living off the Land' and 'Earning a Living'.
If you are looking for Best Museums and Art Galleries in Loughborough , Leicestershire then you can visit Charnwood Museum. Charnwood Museum is one of the places in Loughborough Leicestershire for day out with kids and families. More details can be found on the website for this place.
Features
- Free
- Host birthday parties: Yes
Features
On Site Parking
On Site Cafe
Coming to Charnwood
People have been coming to Charnwood for centuries; to work, to live or just to visit. Find out how different groups of people have contributed to Charnwood life from 'Stone-age' settlers to today's richly diverse population.
The Natural World of Charnwood
The Geology and Flora and Fauna of Charnwood is some of the most important in the country; discover how Charnwood became famous when one of the world's oldest fossils was found.
Living off the land
People have farmed and worked the countryside of Charnwood for thousands of years. Find out about the crops they grew, the animals they bred, the equipment they used, and how these changed over time.
Earning a Living
The changing industries of Charnwood and the many thousands of skilled people who have worked in them have produced goods that have been exported all over the world. Find out more about some of Loughborough's important manufacturing industries.
14.00 miles
