Explore the Museum...
Explore Bath Postal Museum
Bath Postal Museum’s archives hold a vast and electronic range collections which are rarely seen by the public. Included in our archive are many historic and unique artefacts that provide us with information for the museum, and exhibitions.
Browse one of our collections below or choose from the menu on the left.
Biographies
The biography pages provide information on the key figures involved with the development of the Post Office and connected with Bath. Ralph Allen (pictured), John Palmer & Thomas Moore Musgrave.
History of the British Postbox
Complete history of the British post box, from 1854 - 1998. This page is illustrated by the metal cast models available in the museum ebay shop.
Digital Archives
The museum holds many rare and important artefacts. A small selection of wreck covers is available to view together with examples of lace and paper lace Victorian Valentine cards.
