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!

8th March 2019

The Art of Paper Filigree (Exhibition)

The Art of Paper Filigree (Exhibition)


8th March 2019

An exhibition from the Oxford Quilling Group.

Meet the artists Saturday 2nd March 10:30am - 4pm

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

Wantage Country Market


8th March 2019

Wantage Country Market is held in the Museum Cafe every Friday morning.
The best place to buy fresh homemade goodies such as jams, chutneys, cakes as well as home grown fruit, vegetables and flowers.

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

Museum Book Group


8th March 2019

The Museum Book Group enjoy a wide selection of books with all members choosing their reading list then they get together in the Museum Cafe every second Friday of the month.

For more information and to join please email info@valeanddownlandmuseum.org.uk or speak to reception in the museum.

It is free to attend but we do ask you support the Cafe while you are here.

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

For more information and to join call the Museum on 01235 771 447, email vdmtourism@gmail.com