Holsworthy Museum

The museum is housed in part of a building which is in itself a museum piece; a small manor house dating from the 17th century which was used as a parsonage in 1724.

There are five separate rooms, individually themed, which cover the history of Holsworthy, local tradesmen's tools, medical and apothecary items, World War II and a kitchen with its original cobbled floor, copper and fireplace.

The museum was completely refurbished in 1999 and an entrance porch built giving direct access to the museum from the town's main car park.

Medical and apothecary

Apothecary and various medical items form an interesting display. You can also find information on the old workhouse at Daw field and the story of how local doctor Stuart Craddock helped with the Discovery of Penicillin.