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Museum of East Dorset

Behind the Museum of East Dorset is a tranquil walled garden tucked away in the centre of Wimborne. Colourful herbaceous borders and heritage orchard trees line the path which stretches 100m down to the mill stream. This year we have 3 evening garden lectures taking place at the Museum from 6pm to 8pm; Abbotsbury Subtropical Gardens presented by David Pearce on Fri 9th May, Sculpture by the Lakes presented by Monique Gudgeon on Fri 13th June and Knoll Gardens presented by Neil Lucas on Friday 11th July.

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Museum of East Dorset
Museum of East Dorset
Museum of East Dorset
Museum of East Dorset
Museum of East Dorset
Museum of East Dorset
Museum of East Dorset
Museum of East Dorset
Museum of East Dorset
Museum of East Dorset
Museum of East Dorset
Museum of East Dorset
Museum of East Dorset
Museum of East Dorset
Museum of East Dorset
Museum of East Dorset
Museum of East Dorset
Museum of East Dorset

About Museum of East Dorset

An 18th century map shows that the east part of the garden was an orchard. For a while the garden was probably used for domestic and trade functions until the garden was returned to its more tranquil nature in the 18th century. Photographs show that the central path has been a feature of the garden since at least the Victorian period. The present layout of beds and lawns was developed early in the 20th century. The garden also features a vegetable patch and a raised bed for herbs.

A charming Tea Room opens on to the garden.

There is a separate admission charge to visit the new Museum of East Dorset. Discover the stories of the people who lived in this historic town house over the centuries. Explore the themed galleries and find out more about Wimborne and the towns and rural areas of East Dorset.

Website:

https://www.museumofeastdorset.co.uk

Museum of East Dorset features

Location details

Museum of East Dorset,
Wimborne Minster,
Dorset,
BH21 1HR

Directions to Museum of East Dorset
Wimborne is just off A31. From W take B3078, from E take B3073 towards town centre. From Poole & Bournemouth enter town from S on A341. Although there is no on-site parking there are several public car parks with a 5 min walk of the museum

Museum of East Dorset openings

For this open day you need to pre-book your ticket in advance. To book tickets please click on the book button below.

Refreshments Light refreshments in the Museum Tea Room, wine & soft drinks.
Admission Adult: £15.00
Child: Free
Opening times 18:00-20:30

For this open day you need to pre-book your ticket in advance. To book tickets please click on the book button below.

Refreshments Light refreshments in the Museum Tea Room, wine & soft drinks.
Admission Adult: £15.00
Child: Free
Opening times 18:00-20:30

For this open day you need to pre-book your ticket in advance. To book tickets please click on the book button below.

Refreshments Light refreshments in the Museum Tea Room, wine & soft drinks.
Admission Adult: £15.00
Child: Free
Opening times 18:00-20:30

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair access through Tea Room entrance via a labelled side door and not the main entrance.
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FAQs

Payment is by cash only. Please get in touch with the owners for more details.

Sorry, there is no available parking for coaches at Museum of East Dorset at this time.

Sorry, no dogs are allowed in the garden at this time.

Yes, there are various plants offerred for sale at Museum of East Dorset, please enquire with the owners for more details.

Yes, one or more routes at Museum of East Dorset are accessible to wheelchair users.

Yes. Museum of East Dorset seeks to offer a sustainable refuge for nearby fauna and wildlife. These sanctuaries host diverse habitats supporting indigenous flora and fauna and nurturing local biodiversity.