Transformation to the 21st century
Exterior of Teign Heritage Centre, April 2011
The Teign Heritage Centre, home to the Teignmouth and Shaldon Museum, opened its doors to the public on 28th May 2011. The Centre offers local residents and visitors the opportunity to explore the fascinating heritage of the area, as well as attend events, concerts and workshops.
The original Museum, housed in an 18th century building, was given a £1.1m transformation and annexe, thanks to funding from the Heritage Lottery Fund, the CABE/ Sea Change Initiative, the Foyle Foundation, Viridor, English Heritage and many other funders, supporters and individual donors.
Inside the eye-catching new building
The eye-catching new building boasts impressive new visitor facilities and is fully accessible. The Teign Heritage Centre consists of two wonderful new permanent galleries which have been carefully designed to appeal to both adults and children. The Centre also houses a roof terrace, a large meeting and events space, the Teign Room, a small shop, dedicated research area and new archive room.
Teign Heritage
Teign Heritage is the body which oversees the running of the Teign Heritage Centre. Teign Heritage is a Registered Charity (116204) and a Limited Company (5874265). The Teign Heritage Centre staff and the Board of Trustees are all volunteers.
Trustees
The Teign Heritage Trustees are:
- Colin Trigger (Chair)
- Anna Leatherdale
- Mary Purchase
- David Weekes
- Pat Warner
- Jamie Evans
Accreditation
The Museum is an Accredited Museum no. 996.
