Eden Valley Museum
Edenbridge, West Kent
Photo: N Chadwick, CC BY-SA 2.0Photo: N Chadwick, CC BY-SA 2.0
A volunteer-run social history museum in a listed building on Edenbridge High Street, telling the story of the Kent Eden Valley through its people, buildings and landscape. Displays include the Chiddingstone Hoard and a Second World War shelter in the courtyard.
Highlights
- Chiddingstone Hoard
- Changing local history exhibitions
- WW2 shelter in the courtyard
Good to know
- Free group visits during opening hours if booked ahead
- Holiday activities for young people are listed on the website
Getting there
Eden Valley Museum, 72 High Street, Edenbridge, Kent, TN8 5AR
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