Somerset Rural Life Museum, Glastonbury

Excellent museum. Visited on a Sunday. For the size of the museum it packs in a lot. Very interesting farming exhibits intermingled with lots to do for kids. The day we went 2 beautiful shire horses were visiting. Staff were all very friendly and engaging and there were kids backpacks with activities for my daughter to do while looking round. Lots of dressing up for kids, a tractor to go on, a cow to milk by hand (not real one) the cafe did really nice food and drinks for our lunch. The Tithe Barn had an art exhibition in it and is a beautiful building. The old farmhouse has modern extensions that are very contemporary and a space for hire that has a lovely sliding glazed wall that opens out onto the courtyard.

This place was so much better than expected. Free parking in a large car park when visiting. Tickets are reasonable and after paying once you can return multiple times for a year. Lots of activities put on especially through the holidays and on weekends. There was a local sculptor in the barn who did rubber stamping and another activity. She was so lovely, really engaging with the children and very chatty and helpful. She complimented both children’s work and made them feel proud of their makes. All other staff were super friendly too. There is an orchard with sheep in and a gated picnic area. A small cafe with outdoor seating - unsure of prices or range as we used picnic area with benches, but it seemed very popular. Really interactive museum with dress up available too. We will definitely be returning.