Abergavenny Museum, Local authority museum in Abergavenny, Wales.
Abergavenny Museum occupies a Regency-era building within castle grounds and displays collections from different periods of the region's history. Exhibits span multiple levels, presenting everyday objects alongside historical documents and artifacts.
The collection was started in 1959 and has grown continuously since then. The building itself dates from 1819, though it stands on land where a castle was founded much earlier in 1087.
The rooms display how local people lived and worked in earlier times, with recreated spaces like a Victorian kitchen showing daily routines. These exhibits reflect the way residents shaped their homes and communities across generations.
You can visit the museum on most days, but it is best to check opening hours beforehand as they vary. If you need a wheelchair or assistance, contacting the staff in advance is recommended.
One remarkable feature is a recreated World War II air raid shelter that shows how people lived and sought protection during bombing raids. This detailed reconstruction gives visitors a direct sense of everyday life during wartime.
Location: Monmouthshire
Elevation above the sea: 61.2 m
Address: The Castle, Castle Street, Abergavenny, Monmouthshire (Sir Fynwy) NP7 5EE Wales
Website: http://abergavennymuseum.co.uk
GPS coordinates: 51.81940,-3.01750
Latest update: December 14, 2025 12:24
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