Padstow Museum

This small but interesting museum is situated just 20 metres from the harbour side in the port of Padstow on the North Cornish Coast. Initially set up in 1971 by an enthusiastic group of local residents headed by retired boat builder Bill Lindsey, it holds an interesting collection of artefacts giving an insight into the history of the Port of Padstow over the past two centuries.

Padstow is an important fishing port and harbour of refuge on the North Coast of Cornwall, a haven for many visiting yachtsmen. It was from here that many Cornishmen and their families embarked for a new life in North America after the collapse of the Cornish tin mining industry.

Padstow probably best known for its celebration of the coming of summer with its Obby Oss festivities on the 1st May each year: this is well documented by the Museum.

We welcome students and researchers to share our knowledge of our historic seaport with it's unique customs.

Additional info

Our volunteers are available during opening times to help with any enquires.
School parties and other organisations are welcome by prior arrangement by contacting museum@chynoweth.co.uk or 01841532470

We regret that disabled access to the museum is difficult as it is situated on the first floor of the premises