Andover Museum and Museum of the Iron Age

Andover Museum and the Museum of the Iron Age offer one of Hampshire’s most engaging journeys through local history, combining a traditional town museum with a nationally significant exploration of Iron Age life. The highlight is its detailed interpretation of nearby Danebury, one of Britain’s best‑studied hillforts, making the museum a key centre for understanding prehistoric communities. Inside, the Museum of the Iron Age presents immersive displays showing how Danebury’s inhabitants lived, farmed and defended their settlement. Reconstructed roundhouse interiors, replica tools and interactive exhibits help visitors imagine daily life more than 2,000 years ago. Archaeological finds from Danebury—including pottery, weapons and domestic objects—reveal the sophistication of Iron Age craftsmanship and trade. The Andover Museum section traces the town’s story from prehistoric times to the modern era. Exhibits include Roman artefacts, medieval finds and items illustrating Andover’s development as a market town. Victorian life is brought to life through clothing, household objects and local stories, offering a clear sense of how the community evolved.