Listen to Jean Archer explaining in 1991 where Elmodesham House’s name came from Track 1 No. 40 is a listed building grade II and has an 18th century re-fronting […]
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1-13 Market Sq (N)
A large part of the building on the North side of Market Square was built in the 15th century and was at first St Katherine’s Fraternity, later known as […]
Read MoreCrown Hotel (14 Market Sq)
The Crown Hotel was originally built in 16th century, had several fires and was partly rebuilt early in the 19th century, when slates were used for the roof as they […]
Read More94-104 High St (Almshouses)
The Drake Almshouses were a gift to the town by Sir William Drake, built in 1657 ‘for the relief of 6 poor widows of […]
Read More106 (Town Farm) -112 High St
This article about Town Farm was written by Gerry Selby with help from the owners Originally this was ‘Town Farm House’, built in the […]
Read More41 High St (Red Lion House)
This late 17th century timber framed house was resurfaced early in the 19thcentury, so the front is Georgian, the back is much older . The age of the walls of […]
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Opening hours:
The Museum is now closed to general visitors, and opens again on Saturday 28 February 2026.
49 High Street
Old Amersham
Buckinghamshire
HP7 0DP
01494 723700
[email protected]
“Enjoyed our visit to this wonderful interactive museum where you are positively encouraged to touch things!”
“Visited Amersham museum yesterday – lovely place, provides many details on the history of the place. Plenty of cute cafes, pubs and shops around also… not difficult to find free parking nearby. ”
“A well-run, informative and interesting small museum on the main street. It’s mostly volunteer-run and they do a great job in keeping it and making you feel welcome…Check out the herb garden too.”
“Enjoyable film and television location guided walk around Amersham hosted by Amersham Museum – here are the Sun Houses on Highover Park and further up the hill is High & Over.”
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