Seaford Museum, Local history museum in Martello Tower, Seaford, England
Seaford Museum occupies a round defensive tower standing two stories tall and surrounded by a dry moat lined with brick. The tower contains exhibition areas displaying artifacts that trace the town's development over time.
The tower was built between 1806 and 1810 as a coastal fortification against Napoleon. It remained a working defense structure until later being converted into a museum by the local council in 1979.
The collection features everyday objects and maritime items that show how residents lived and worked across different time periods. Walking through these displays helps visitors understand the rhythm and character of the town as it changed.
The museum has limited opening hours, particularly during winter months from November through March. Visiting the archives requires advance arrangement, though this is made available on a regular basis throughout the year.
The moat surrounding the tower served as a roller skating rink during the 1930s, a surprising recreational use. Today this space has been repurposed as part of the museum's exhibition areas.
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