Somerset Brick and Tile Museum

The Somerset Brick and Tile Museum is housed in a Grade II* listed building in Bridgwater that once served as an industrial works. Displays show the tools, equipment, and production methods used to manufacture bricks and tiles in the region.

The site originated as the Barham Brothers' industrial works, a major production facility for the local brick trade. The 19th-century kiln at the heart of the site represents the final era before the works closed.

The building shows how important brick-making was to Bridgwater and how deeply it shaped daily life in the community. You can see the tools and techniques workers used and how this industry influenced the town's character.

The museum sits near the waterfront and has limited parking nearby, so arrive with time to spare. Plan your visit in advance, as you will need to book ahead to join a guided tour.

The site contains the Chandos Glass Cone, an 18th-century structure originally built for glassmaking that later served other industrial purposes. This cone had multiple industrial lives before becoming part of the brick-making operation.

Location: Bridgwater

Inception: 1990

Address: East Quay, Bridgwater TA6 3NB

Website: https://swheritage.org.uk/our-sites/brick-and-tile-museum

GPS coordinates: 51.12850,-2.99380

Latest update: December 14, 2025 14:26