Marton Museum of Country Bygones
Museum | Marton | England | United Kingdom
The Marton Museum of Country Bygones in Marton, Warwickshire, is a small but fascinating museum dedicated to the history of rural life in Britain. It houses an extensive collection of over 3,000 artifacts that illustrate the daily life and working practices of past times.
The collection includes a variety of items categorized into agricultural tools, household objects, craft tools, and medical instruments. Particularly noteworthy are the over hundred-year-old corn dolls and other woven grain objects that played an important role in rural folklore.
The museum was founded in the 1960s by George Tims, a passionate collector who initially housed his collection in sheds and later in a converted farmhouse. In 1982, the museum moved to a purpose-built building where it remains today.
Although the museum is relatively small, it provides a deep insight into rural life of past centuries and is a valuable place for history enthusiasts and families. The collection is well organized, and the exhibits are accompanied by informative descriptions that help visitors understand the significance and context of each item.
