Third Floor

A fascinating and eclectic collection of objects from the war years, including a steam-powered battery charger used by Special Operations operatives in WW2.

A detailed reconstruction of a WW2 living room and Anderson shelter.

Typewriters you can try out and a vintage gramophone may be playing!

There are classic toys such as the Escalado horse racing game, plus a vast model vehicle collection.

Hand-operated air raid siren that you can try!

Selection of prams with dolls for the little ones to wheel around and typewriters that all can try their skills on. 

A wide collection of diecast models, photographic equipment and vintage typewriters plus some vintage games to play - always popular.

Many items of social history are also shown, particularly relating to the local area.