VALE & DOWNLAND

At the Vale & Downland, you’ll discover so much more than a museum! From fossils to a Formula One racing car, we have objects and stories to fascinate all ages.

EXHIBITIONS & EVENTS

Our vibrant and frequently changing programme of exhibitions and events ensures there is always something new to see and do for families and schools.

CAFÉ & SHOP

Whilst you are here you can also enjoy delicious home-made cakes and lunches served in the Café. Our shop also stocks a range of books, gifts, toys and souvenirs.

Welcome to the Vale & Downland Museum

We are open Monday to Saturday 9.30am • Last admission to the Galleries is 3.30pm • Admission is free.

The Vale and Downland Museum is located in the busy market town of Wantage in Oxfordshire, UK.

The museum has been nationally acclaimed as an outstanding example of community partnership.

The range of services is very broad ranging, from galleries interpreting the cultural heritage of the Vale of White Horse region, to a café with a delightful terrace and garden.

It also acts as a springboard for residents and visitors to enjoy and appreciate the countryside around Wantage.

Admission to the museum galleries is free but we welcome donations. (suggested donation of £5)

We have lots of exciting events taking place at the museum throughout the year.

See below for our upcoming and current events. For a calendar of events, check out our ‘What’s On’ page!

1st January 2019

Museum & Café Closed

Museum & Café Closed


24th December 2018 1st January 2019

The Museum & Café will be closed from 24th December 2018 till 2nd January 2019.

 

We would like to thank everyone that visited the Museum & Café over the past year and wish you all a very Merry Christmas & a Happy New Year.

We hope to see you all again in 2019!

Church Street
Wantage, Oxfordshire OX12 8BL
United Kingdom
01235 771 447
Museum & Café Closed

Museum & Café Closed


24th December 2018 1st January 2019

The Museum & Café will be closed from 24th December 2018 till 2nd January 2019.

 

We would like to thank everyone that visited the Museum & Café over the past year and wish you all a very Merry Christmas & a Happy New Year.

We hope to see you all again in 2019!

Church Street
Wantage, Oxfordshire OX12 8BL
United Kingdom
01235 771 447
Museum & Café Closed

Museum & Café Closed


24th December 2018 1st January 2019

The Museum & Café will be closed from 24th December 2018 till 2nd January 2019.

 

We would like to thank everyone that visited the Museum & Café over the past year and wish you all a very Merry Christmas & a Happy New Year.

We hope to see you all again in 2019!

Church Street
Wantage, Oxfordshire OX12 8BL
United Kingdom
01235 771 447
Museum & Café Closed

Museum & Café Closed


24th December 2018 1st January 2019

The Museum & Café will be closed from 24th December 2018 till 2nd January 2019.

 

We would like to thank everyone that visited the Museum & Café over the past year and wish you all a very Merry Christmas & a Happy New Year.

We hope to see you all again in 2019!

Church Street
Wantage, Oxfordshire OX12 8BL
United Kingdom
01235 771 447
Museum & Café Closed

Museum & Café Closed


24th December 2018 1st January 2019

The Museum & Café will be closed from 24th December 2018 till 2nd January 2019.

 

We would like to thank everyone that visited the Museum & Café over the past year and wish you all a very Merry Christmas & a Happy New Year.

We hope to see you all again in 2019!

Church Street
Wantage, Oxfordshire OX12 8BL
United Kingdom
01235 771 447
Museum & Café Closed

Museum & Café Closed


24th December 2018 1st January 2019

The Museum & Café will be closed from 24th December 2018 till 2nd January 2019.

 

We would like to thank everyone that visited the Museum & Café over the past year and wish you all a very Merry Christmas & a Happy New Year.

We hope to see you all again in 2019!

Church Street
Wantage, Oxfordshire OX12 8BL
United Kingdom
01235 771 447
Museum & Café Closed

Museum & Café Closed


24th December 2018 1st January 2019

The Museum & Café will be closed from 24th December 2018 till 2nd January 2019.

 

We would like to thank everyone that visited the Museum & Café over the past year and wish you all a very Merry Christmas & a Happy New Year.

We hope to see you all again in 2019!

Church Street
Wantage, Oxfordshire OX12 8BL
United Kingdom
01235 771 447
Museum & Café Closed

Museum & Café Closed


24th December 2018 1st January 2019

The Museum & Café will be closed from 24th December 2018 till 2nd January 2019.

 

We would like to thank everyone that visited the Museum & Café over the past year and wish you all a very Merry Christmas & a Happy New Year.

We hope to see you all again in 2019!

Church Street
Wantage, Oxfordshire OX12 8BL
United Kingdom
01235 771 447
Museum & Café Closed

Museum & Café Closed


24th December 2018 1st January 2019

The Museum & Café will be closed from 24th December 2018 till 2nd January 2019.

 

We would like to thank everyone that visited the Museum & Café over the past year and wish you all a very Merry Christmas & a Happy New Year.

We hope to see you all again in 2019!

Church Street
Wantage, Oxfordshire OX12 8BL
United Kingdom
01235 771 447