Wycombe Museum

The museum is housed in a Grade II listed building dating back to the 1600s, surrounded by a beautiful garden. With its diverse collections, family-friendly activities and interesting display of furniture, Wycombe Museum offers a charming and informative experience for anyone interested in local history and culture.

Local history

The museum's diverse collection showcases the evolution of High Wycombe from its humble beginnings as a medieval market town to its industrial heyday as a centre for chair-making.

Have a seat

In the 19th century, High Wycombe developed into the chair making capital of the world, with the Windsor chair becoming the most famous product of the trade. The museum’s collections include objects relating to the area’s rich furniture-making heritage. See chairs and furniture by local makers and well known brands such as Ercol, Parker Knoll and G-Plan, as well as tools, archives and photographs relating to furniture making.

Events and activities

The museum hosts a range of creative, community and children’s events, talks and workshops throughout the year.

Eat and drink

Grab a bite to eat and a hot drink at the museum’s café, with indoor and outdoor seating available, or alternatively take a picnic to enjoy in the museum grounds. Please be advised, pets, other than service dogs, are not permitted on the site.