
Lime Tree House was opened to the public as a home for the fashion collection in 1995. This beautiful Georgian house was was built by John and William Bastard after the great fire of Blandford in 1731.
The Fashion Museum was awarded full registered museum status in 2001, conservation and dating of costumes is of the utmost importance and archives are kept up to date . The Museum is managed entirely by voluntary staff and as the years have progressed it has gained a reputation for it’s beautiful exhibits and friendly atmosphere.
Additional attractions include a resources room, for use by students studying fashion and textiles. In addition there are suitcases containing items of costume and accessories which can be hired by schools.
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 Lime Tree House, The Plocks, Blandford Forum, Dorset DT11 7AA For all information telephone 01258 453006 Opening Hours: Thursday - Monday Last admission 1/2hour before closing October - Easter Museum 11am - 4pm Tearoom/Shop 10am - 4pm Museum closed early December to Mid February Easter - September Museum 11am - 5pm Tearoom/Shop 10am - 5pm Museum closed on Sundays The Management reserves the right to alter displays, events and opening times. Party bookings by arrangement. Booked Coach Parties welcome. |

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