Liskeard Museum — Attraction in England

The Liskeard and District Museum is in the centre of town on a steep road with limited close parking. It is free to access, which of course is always welcome. Being of a certain age ourselves, we found the 1950s & 1960s displays interesting in the Henry Rice Room. The toy collection in the John Allen Room also caught our attention. The museum shares premises with the Tourist Information Centre (TIC) and there was a small shop selling various...

During my visit to England in early September, I visited this distinguished museum with something for everyone. Each of three floors featured history from Liskeard as well as era-correct nostalgia. My favorite was the history of mining in this Cornish community. I was keen to know more about this because my great grandfather lived and worked in mining there in the mid-1800's. Displays are up to date with interactive features engaging...

We came up from Looe to Liskeard by train specifically to visit the museum. It is a fascinating place to visit for both the local history and the nostalgia. Found the toy exhibition most interesting to look at. The staff were very friendly and polite. This is a place I would highly recommend a visit. No admission charge. Accessibility: full wheelchair access, autism friendly - low stimulation at time of visit....