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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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The Blandford Fashion Museum
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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.



Selection of Exhibits
FORMERLY THE CAVALCADE OF COSTUME MUSEUM