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Porthcawl Museum
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Old Police Station
John Street
Porthcawl
CF36 5DT
Bridgend
Wales
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Collection details
Archaeology, Archives, Costume and Textiles, Land Transport, Maritime, Social History, Weapons and War
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Contact details
General information (Tel)
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01656 782211
Porthcawl Tourist Information Centre
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porthcawltic@bridgend.gov.uk
Website
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www.bridgend.gov.uk/english/tourism/index.htm
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Open
31 March-31 October
Mon-Fri 1430-1600
Sat 1000-1600
1 November-30 April
Mon-Wed 1430-1600
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Description
Porthcawl Museum is located in the Old Police Station, which was used as a working police station from 1877 to its closure in 1974. This listed building still has the original charge room which now houses the Porthcawl Tourist Information Centre.
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Collections description
The Museum contains an exhibition of the Welsh Guards featuring memorabilia of the Guards from its formation in 1915 to the present day, including uniforms, regalia, arms, regimental records and much more. The Museum also features a fascinating collection of artifacts, costumes and memorabilia charting the social and maritime history of the Porthcawl area as well as a collection of war mementoes. The wartime records of the 49th Reconnaissance Regiment, which was formed here in 1942, are also on display. The Museum also contains records of the history of the Parish Church of St. John the Baptist founded in 1189.
The Porthcawl Art Society provides displays of the works of local artists on the first floor.
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Key artists and exhibits
49th Reconnaissance Regiment
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Welsh Guards
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General Information
Brochure or leaflet available with directions to museum
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Collections
Object identification and/or written enquiry service
Object study facilities available (enquire in advance)
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Disability Access
Events/teaching/resources for people with disabilities
Wheelchair access to all public areas
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Children and Families
Activities for pre-school children
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General Education
Academic publications and resources available
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Schools Education
Primary school education service available
Secondary school education service available
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Facilities
Library with public access
Object study facilities available (enquire in advance)
Shop
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Copyright © 24 Hour Museum
Information published here was believed to be correct at the time it was prepared. Welsh language pages developed with CYMAL: Museums Archives and Libraries Wales, funded by the Welsh Assembly Government.
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