Welcome
Adjacent to two Devon Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty, Ottery St Mary is a town steeped in history and charm.
The Ottery St Mary Heritage Society invites you to come and delve into the fascinating stories that have shaped this vibrant community, from its Saxon roots to its enduring traditions.
Come and see our latest exhibits for the 2026 season.
Opening times are 11am – 3pm Thursday, Friday and Saturday. Special openings can be arranged.
Stairs limit accessibility at present but families and children are welcome! Admission is free – we invite donations via a card reader to meet our running costs.
Bookmark this website otteryheritage.org.uk which is updated frequently with details of upcoming talks, summaries of some recent ones, and other resources. For the most up-to-date news follow our Facebook page: Ottery St Mary Heritage Society
Ottery St Mary Museum
We have added to our collections for the 2026 season to better tell the story of Ottery St Mary and the lives of our past residents. Stewards are on hand to answer questions from 11am to 3pm on Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays.
Ottery St Mary Heritage Society
The Ottery St Mary Heritage Society is a community of about 150 people who share an interest in researching, documenting, and making known the intricacies of our town’s heritage.
Membership
For a modest annual sub you become one of the team with opportunities to help with the challenges of a growing society, receive the society’s journal twice a year, and attend all the talks for free