Bakelite Museum

The Bakelite Museum is a plastics museum in Williton that houses more than 2000 objects. The collection includes radios, telephones, kitchenware, and decorative pieces from the early decades of synthetic material production.

The museum opened in 1995 inside a former watermill dedicated to preserving objects made from Bakelite. This material was the first synthetic plastic developed in the early 1900s, marking the beginning of the modern plastics industry.

The collection shows everyday items from the 20th century and how synthetic materials became part of daily life at home and at work. Many pieces on display were considered modern and desirable when they were made.

Access is seasonal and depends on the school calendar, with extended opening hours during school holidays. It's worth checking the specific opening days in advance, as these vary throughout the year.

The collection contains surprising objects such as spy cameras, perm machines, and miniaturized caravans. Particularly remarkable is an original preserved coffin made of plastic, a rare example of unusual uses for the material.

Location: Williton

Inception: 1995

Address: Orchard Mill, Bridge Street, Williton TA4 4NS

Website: http://bakelitemuseum.co.uk

GPS coordinates: 51.15702,-3.32712

Latest update: December 6, 2025 17:40