Aldeburgh Museum
Moot Hall, Market Cross Place, Aldeburgh, Suffolk, IP15 5DS
Find out how the town became a thriving fishing and shipbuilding centre. Discover how the changing coastline has shaped the town and explore its development as a seaside resort, an artists and musicians retreat and learn about the Moot Hall, a Tudor building still in use today for local governance.
The collection provides a unique insight into the lives of the people of Aldeburgh; from Anglo-Saxons to Victorians, not forgetting the medieval witch trials. Discover Aldeburgh’s famous people, such as the first female Doctor, surgeon and mayor in Britain. Of national significance are artefacts from the country's first discovered Anglo-Saxon ship burial.
For children: dress like a Mayor and sit on the chair, a museum discovery trail and lots more to see and do.
The museum collection is in the first floor council chamber and the museum room on the ground floor. Entry to the museum is via the external staircase directly into the Council Chamber. Suitable for all ages.
Timings & Tours
- Sunday 15 September:
- Free Entry : 1-4pm
Location & directions
Moot Hall, Market Cross Place, Aldeburgh, Suffolk, IP15 5DS
- Directions:
- Aldeburgh is on the Suffolk coast between Felixstowe and Southwold. The most direct route is from the A12 take the A1094 to Aldeburgh. The Moot Hall is at the end of this road. If you go past it, you'll be in the North Sea! Car parking is available in the designated car parks. Entry to the Moot Hall Museum is 'Up The Steps' to the First floor.
Booking information
- Pre-booking requirement:
- Pre-booking not required
Accessibility details
Not accessible to visitors with limited mobility as there are steps to access the museum both inside and outside. The nearest public toilets are 100m between the sea and the Moot Hall.
