Nestled in a traditional sandstone cottage at the top of the famous Gold Hill in Shaftesbury, Dorset, is this fascinating museum.

Gold Hill Museum in Shaftesbury is located at the top of Gold Hill, made famous by the Hovis bread advertisement in the 1970's. The museum building was one a doss house, which provided accommodation for the drovers, jugglers and traders who came to Shaftesbury's markets and fairs. Enjoy the museum's beautiful award-winning cottage garden where you can sit and relax.

The Museum has many items of local interest providing an insight into Shaftesbury's long history and its association with crafts such as the Dorset button-making industry. The museum's cottage garden enjoys views to Melbury Hill.