Museums & Galleries · Devon
The Arthur Westlake Museum
Photo: Stephen Craven (CC BY-SA 2.0), via Wikimedia Commons
- Museum housed in two rooms at end of Platform 2
- Collection of railway artefacts, information and images on display
- Museum dedicated to former railwayman Arthur Westlake
- Formally reopened and rededicated in August 2015
The Arthur Westlake Museum occupies two rooms at the end of Platform 2 at Okehampton station, and is run by Dartmoor Railway Association volunteers. It is dedicated to former railwayman Arthur Westlake, recognised for his efforts to keep the Okehampton line open, and displays artefacts, information and images relating to the railway in Okehampton and the surrounding area. It suits railway enthusiasts and visitors curious about local history. The museum is open when volunteers are present, generally on Wednesday and Saturday mornings and afternoons, with other visits by prior arrangement. As it sits right on the platform at Okehampton station, it's an easy stop if you're exploring the area, with 25 bookable places to stay within 5 miles on BritStays.
Practical details
- Open
- Around 1000-1600 on Wednesdays and Saturdays, when volunteers are present
- Booking
- Other opening times can be arranged in advance, subject to volunteer availability
- Accessibility
- Located at the end of Platform 2 at Okehampton station
From the attraction's own website on 20 Sep 2026 — check before you travel.
Facilities
- ✓ Gift Shop
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