# Chard Museum — Opening Hours, Reviews & Visitor Info

> Discover local heritage at this compact town museum in historic Godworthy House, featuring exhibits on Chard's past with an onsite restaurant for refreshments during your visit.

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Museum

# Chard Museum

Godworthy House, High Street

[View on Google Maps](https://maps.google.com/?cid=10147825308784028360&g_mp=Cidnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLlNlYXJjaFRleHQQAhgEIAA)

Photo: [Chard Museum](https://maps.google.com/maps/contrib/116668697977782295945)

**In short:** Chard Museum is a museum in Chard, rated 4.6 out of 5 from 110 Google reviews.

Details checked 1 September 2026 · source: Google Places

## About Chard Museum

Discover local heritage at this compact town museum in historic Godworthy House, featuring exhibits on Chard's past with an onsite restaurant for refreshments during your visit.

## What's nearby

- Ammonite Lodge next door
- Watermead House next door
- Sainsbury's 250m away
- Chard Post Office 300m away
- Snowdon Park 400m away

Distances as the crow flies, via Google

## Good to know

### Accessibility

- ✓Accessible toilet

Details via Google — worth confirming with the attraction before you travel, especially for access needs.

## Photos

Photos via Google

## Opening hours

**Monday** Closed

**Tuesday** Closed

**Wednesday** 10:00 AM – 1:30 PM

**Thursday** 10:00 AM – 1:30 PM

**Friday** 10:00 AM – 1:30 PM

**Saturday** 10:00 AM – 1:30 PM

**Sunday** Closed

Current hours may differ from the usual schedule above (e.g. holidays) — check Google Maps for today's hours.

## What visitors say

[Paul Stringfellow](https://www.google.com/maps/contrib/110116346035124670899/reviews) ★★★★★

Really interesting place. Well worth a visit especially if your related. A family tree going back to the 1600's was unearthed as we shown documents not normally on display. Went to see the grave / memorial in Chard Cemetery just round the corner to show our respects.

· via Google

[Malcolm Petfield](https://www.google.com/maps/contrib/101498597541416228529/reviews) ★★★★★

Fantastic museum with enthusiastic staff members which were all wonderful. We got a tour that was 10/10. We were even given a cup of coffee free. Certainly recommend going for a visit , you’ll be surprised how many famous people were in chard. The famous 5 as they are known. 😊👍🏻

· via Google

[Paul Fernandes](https://www.google.com/maps/contrib/104454237989933905667/reviews) ★★★★★

A truly wonderful museum. So many interesting facts about the town of Chard. Great exhibits. The staff were wonderful, helpful and full of information regarding the town.

· via Google

[Lara Protheroe](https://www.google.com/maps/contrib/117077771446976234705/reviews) ★★★★★

A really lovely museum...much larger than you think by looking at the exterior. Lots of interesting artefacts and rooms. Absolutely worth visiting

· via Google

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## At a glance

**Address** Godworthy House, High Street, Chard, TA20 1QB [Get directions](https://www.google.com/maps/search/?api=1&query=50.8725909%2C-2.9692095)

**Category** Museums & Galleries

**Guest rating** 4.6 / 5 (110 reviews)

**Suitable for** Ages 9+

**Setting** Indoor

**Good for children** Yes

**Toilets on site** Yes

**Destination** Chard

[More attractions in Chard](https://staycation.co.uk/chard/attractions)

★ 4.6 (110 reviews)

[Visit official website](https://www.chardmuseum.co.uk/?utm_source=staycation.co.uk&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=attraction)

[01460 65091](tel:0146065091)

(please mention staycation.co.uk when calling)

### Quick Facts

**Destination** Chard

**Postcode** TA20 1QB

**Plus Code** 9C2VV2FJ+28

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### 🏨 Places to stay near Chard

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## Quick answers

### What are the opening hours of Chard Museum?

Chard Museum is open Mon–Tue closed; Wed–Sat 10am–1:30pm; Sun closed (from its Google listing; hours can change on bank holidays, so check before you go).

### Is Chard Museum any good?

Chard Museum is rated 4.6 out of 5 from 110 Google reviews.

### Is Chard Museum good for children?

Yes, Chard Museum is listed as good for children.

### Is Chard Museum indoors or outdoors?

Chard Museum is indoors, so it works on a rainy day.

### What ages is Chard Museum suitable for?

Chard Museum is best for ages 9+.

### How do I contact Chard Museum?

Call Chard Museum on +44 1460 65091.

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- [Ammonite Lodge Guest House ★ 4.7 · next door](https://staycation.co.uk/chard/hotels/ammonite-lodge-guest-house)
- [Watermead Guest House ★ 4.9 · next door](https://staycation.co.uk/chard/hotels/watermead-guest-house)
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