Athelstan Museum is situated in the heart of the ancient town of Malmesbury. This hill-top site has been occupied since at least the Iron Age period, and the museum displays a large range of items spanning the period from that time up to the present day. Full details on the Museum Website.
ATHELSTAN MUSEUM
Museum
Fri 13-Feb, 2026, 7:00 pm
-10:00 pm
£12.50 per person
Light supper included, bar available.
Museum
Wed 25-Feb, 2026, 2:30 pm
£8.00
Julia Bowen will tell us how Twinning originated, how Malmesbury became involved and what has been achieved.
Museum
Wed 18-Mar, 2026, 2:30 pm
£8.00
Tony McAleavy will give us an insight into Queen Matilda and her connection to Malmesbury.
Museum
Wed 15-Apr, 2026, 2:30 pm
£8.00
Anne Goodyer will share her research into Malmesbury’s history as a border town right up to World War 2
Museum
Fri 08-May, 2026, 7:30 pm
£20.00
Julian Richards is a professional archaeologist – and presenter of Meet the Ancestors.
Further information on both the speaker and topic will be posted shortly
Museum
Wed 20-May, 2026, 2:30 pm
£8.00
Bill Reed & Mike Lewis will tell us about this very unusual artifact – how it came to be in our collection and its context in the life of Napoleon Bonaparte.
Museum
Wed 03-Jun, 2026, 7:30 pm
£20.00
King Arthur is probably the best-known royal hero in Western tradition, and he has enjoyed this popularity for eight hundred years. Was there, however, a genuine leader behind the legend?
Museum
Wed 17-Jun, 2026, 2:30 pm
£8.00
Susan Mockler has researched in detail the Malmesbury Union Workhouse and will tell us where it was located in the town, why it was considered necessary, when it was established and for how long – and who was involved.
FOR MORE INFORMATION
Tel: 01666 822 143 or Email: administration@malmesbury.gov.uk
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ATTRACTIONS.
A wonderful place to visit with a wealth of attractions right on the doorstep.
MALMESBURY
MALMESBURY is a vibrant, market town, steeped in history going back to medieval times. Currently home to many famous & popular musical, cultural, and festival events throughout the year, visitors can browse the charming streets with independent retailers, or stop at one of the lively cafes, restaurants, pubs, and bars.
Attractions to visit include the stunning 12th century Malmesbury Abbey, 15th century Market Cross and the Athelstan Museum with a painting of Malmesbury Abbey by JMW Turner. There are also lovely walks along the River Avon.
CONTACT INFO
Town Hall, Cross Hayes, Malmesbury, Wiltshire SN16 9BZ
The Council Office is open for Council business from 9am until 5pm Monday to Thursday & Friday 9am to 4.30pm, except for Bank Holidays.
Please call us on 01666 822143, or visit our contact page here to contact a specific councillor or member of the council staff directly.
The Council Office is open for Council business from 9am until 5pm Monday to Thursday & Friday 9am to 4.30pm, except for Bank Holidays.
Please call us on 01666 822143, or visit our contact page here to contact a specific councillor or member of the council staff directly.