The Bayle Museum
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The Bayle Museum is a local museum located in Bridlington, England. The building it occupies, Bayle Gate was constructed in the 1100s and is a scheduled monument, although not much is known about its origins.
attractions: Bridlington Priory, Church, restaurants: The Bull & Sun, Pack Horse, Pride Of Bridlington, The Old Ship Inn, The Board Inn Bridlington, Indian Palace Bridlington, The Lamp Restaurant, Burlingtons Restaurant, Milner's Home Made Bakery, Auntie Mabels
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The Bayle Museum is a local museum located in Bridlington, England. The building it occupies, Bayle Gate was constructed in the 1100s and is a scheduled monument, although not much is known about its origins.
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This quirky museum is free and absolutely fascinating! The information is set over several floors , each accessed by a narrow spiral stone staircase plus guide rope. It is not for the front hearted or for anyone with balance or mobility issues (I was wearing a longish dress and had to hitch it up to avoid tripping). There’s lots of information about the development of the local area and its history but the section which I found most interesting was about medals with many fine sets from local people. One of the other sections has Bridlington postcards including the one with the donkey in a hat (if you know, you know😹) Very helpful guides there. No refreshments or toilet facilities ( too tiny !) but public toilets are about 100 yards away. I will visit again when next in the Old Town as there was just so much that I couldn’t take in all of the information. I combined this visit with a trip to Bridlington Priory which is less than a hundred yards away.
Anne Marie StaggAnne Marie Stagg
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The bayle Museum is an excellent attraction, full of interesting objects and historical artefacts from Bridlington. It is a much bigger museum than it appears from the outside. Amongst the objects on display is a collection of robert Thompson (the mouseman) furniture with the famous mouse carved on the tables and chairs. The staff are very friendly and knowledgeable. There is so much to see you can spend a lot more time in here than you planned. It is free to enter. Highly recommended.
Andrew NellAndrew Nell
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Visitors to Bridlington and all locals should visit this gem of a museum, it's free and packed full of interesting exhibits. There are interactive boards for children and all were working when we visited. An unusual occurence in museums. Access is by a tight spiral staircase but friendly staff are on hand to help and advise. Allow at least an hour for a visit in this 'tardis' building.
Jocelyn TwoseJocelyn Twose
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The old gatehouse to the priory which was destroyed by Henry V111. It's now an interesting museum of Bridlington bygone. You climb up one side of the gateway via a spiral staircase with rooms with exhibits off to the side. There is a hall across the top and you then descend the staircase at the other side with more rooms. Free to enter but well worth leaving a small donation.
Ray CroftRay Croft
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Closed at weekends, the original stonework of this Grade 1 listed gatehouse dates to the 12th century. In the 14th century it became the gatehouse to the priory. It has had several uses over the years including as a prison, town hall, schoolroom and as a garrison.
Ambrose's Legit Honest ReviewsAmbrose's Legit Honest Reviews
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My Son and I had Wonderful afternoon at the Bayle Museum. The staff were very informative and helpful. Such a brilliant outing to support to my sons Private Tutoring/ Home schooling. It was a very worthwhile visit and incredibly its free, donations welcome.
Jessica GilsonJessica Gilson
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