Tonedale Self Storage Offers Wellington Museum Much Needed Space for Its Growing Collection

Wellington Local History and Museum Society reported on the year to 31 December 2025 at its Annual General Meeting held in Wellington Prep School Hall on 26 March. The meeting was followed by a talk from Dave Farrow, CEO of Wellington Town Council.

On Friday 6 March, The Duke of Wellington performed the ceremonial cutting of the ribbon and declared the museum open following its complete refurbishment during the winter months. Other principal guests attending the reopening included Tom Mayberry, Deputy Lord Lieutenant of Somerset; Gideon Amos MP and The Mayor of Wellington, Janet Lloyd.

Following the ceremony there was a reception in the council chamber courtesy of Wellington Town Council where The Duke was awarded Honorary Life Membership of Wellington Local History and Museum Society

The museum opened to the public on Monday 9 March