County Classics Motor Museum

County Classics Motor Museum Patrick Hawkins the founder and chairman of County Classics Motor Museum of Taunton, Somerset enjoyed a huge passion and love for motor vehicles.

At the age of just 11 years, he bought and sold his first car happily spending time repairing and restoring a vehicle that needed to be brought back to life. This passion continued throughout his career , which was always in the motor trade and included owning a successful wholesale and retail tyre business. An avid collector of cars and motorcycles it was always a dream one day he would fulfil hi

s ambition to open a car museum in Taunton his hometown. to share his passion and to give something back to Taunton. The exhibits on show will predominantly range from late 1950's to the 1980's for motor vehicles and motorcycles from 1915 to the 1980's, there is even a aeroplane bought on a whim it is also on display. A few of the exhibits include, Ford Es**rt Rally car once owned by Marcus Gronholm another Ex Works Ford Es**rt Group A Rally car that was Mark Lovell's first ever works car a Porsche 924 record braking car as drive by Tony Dron, Andy Rouse and Win Percy a Ford Mustang Mach 1 Cobra Jet a E Type Jaguar Villiers 1964 off road motor bike and a BSA Shooting Star and many, many more. There is a onsite café open to the public offering a array of drinks, light lunches and snacks, there is also a gift shop situated in the entrance lobby, selling motoring memorabilia, souvenirs and car care products. The museum is run on a not for profit basis and is a registered charity and the number is 11889611A

23/06/2026

A change in opening times and days at the Museum. Due to the extreme heat and Red Warning we have made the decision to ensure our staff, volunteers and visitors safety we will be closing today at 2pm and will be closed Wednesday 24th and Thursday 25th we will reopen on Friday the 26th of June from 10am and close at 4pm.
Enjoy the weather, stay safe and look forward to seeing you all on the 26th of June.
www.countyclassicsmotormuseum.co.uk

We are delighted to have teamed up with East Devon Slot Racing Club. They put a superb display in the Museum with some v...
20/06/2026

We are delighted to have teamed up with East Devon Slot Racing Club. They put a superb display in the Museum with some very rare slot cars in place. At Patrick Day the 2nd of August you will be able to have a go on the track they are brining for the day.
They will also have some of their experts on hand to chat and discuss all things slot cars.
www.countyclassicsmotormuseum.co.uk

What to do on a wet and windy day, why not visit the UK’s only town centre Motor Museum. It really is like a tardis, you...
09/06/2026

What to do on a wet and windy day, why not visit the UK’s only town centre Motor Museum. It really is like a tardis, you would never believe there is 100 cars and over 150 motorcycles, plus an enormous amount of motoring memorabilia. Why take break in our award winning County Cafe which as fabulous choice of homemade treats. We are open Tuesday to Saturday 10am to 4.30pm We look forward to surprising you.
www.countyclassicsmotormuseum.co.uk

Due to the continued success of the County Cafe in the County Classics Motor Museum we have the following Job Vacancy.52...
29/05/2026

Due to the continued success of the County Cafe in the County Classics Motor Museum we have the following Job Vacancy.

52-53 North Street, Taunton, Somerset, TA1 1ND

Tel No: 01823 253777/07809 882267

Email: [email protected]

JOB VACANCY

Cafe Team Member

Would you like to be part of a friendly engaging team in a historic grade ꞮꞮ listed building, with a range of fantastic exhibits!

Do you have experience in preparing, cooking and serving fresh food items, may also be required to cover reception at times?

Do you have skills in customer service?

Are you barista trained?

Do you have high standards of cleanliness within a work environment?

Are you available up to 16 hours per week?

Do you have flexibility up to 30 hours per week?

Pay: Minimum Wage

Full training given and all equipment provided.



If you are interested, please submit your CV, for the attention of Emma to the above email address

There are new additions arriving every week, our Curator Tim York is always looking for new additions and the latest is ...
26/05/2026

There are new additions arriving every week, our Curator Tim York is always looking for new additions and the latest is going to start a series of the type that is going to bring back so many memories. We are sure many of you can what this is.
We can assure you it is worth a visit to see this stunning 70’s icon and the other new additions.
Did you know we have over 150 motorcycles exhibited.
We are open Tuesday to Saturday 10.00am to 4.30pm, see you soon. www.countyclassicsmotormuseum.co.uk

https://youtu.be/oU323AZtoUQIt costs nothing to subscribe and it could really help the Museum, it also enables you to ke...
21/05/2026

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It costs nothing to subscribe and it could really help the Museum, it also enables you to keep up to date with all that is going on and coming up, you also get to who is involved in the running of the Museum. So please do share and subscribe.
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Welcome to Britain’s newest Motor Museum! Discover a world of automotive history at County Classics Motor Museum. We offer a unique journey through time, showcasing an exquisite collection of classic vehicles.

More new additions to share with you, here are just a couple. Do come and have a look at  these stunning exhibits and ot...
18/05/2026

More new additions to share with you, here are just a couple. Do come and have a look at these stunning exhibits and other new additions. If you have never visited, you will be amazed at what we have got into our former town centre department store. We are open Tuesday to Saturday 10am to 4.30pm
www.classiccountyclassocsmotormuseum.co,uk

We know our County Cafe is a favourite of regular visitors to Taunton, you voted best Cafe in Taunton and we are delight...
12/05/2026

We know our County Cafe is a favourite of regular visitors to Taunton, you voted best Cafe in Taunton and we are delighted to let you know we recently had an inspection from Environmental Health and again we achieved 5 stars.
Remember you do not need to pay Museum admission to use the cafe.
So if your in and around Taunton do pop in and sample some of our homemade treats, you won’t be disappointed.
We have also been very busy having change arounds and additions to the exhibits so well worth a visit, we have cars that are dream cars right down to the everyday run around, so come in and take a look, there is 100 cars and over 150 motorcycles, see you soon. www.countyclassicsmotormuseum.co.uk

Please like and subscribe to the county Classics Motor Museum YouTube channel. Our moving Cars Video is now available to...
01/05/2026

Please like and subscribe to the county Classics Motor Museum YouTube channel. Our moving Cars Video is now available to watch for free on YouTube. Our latest video shows the new exhibits in the museum and their journey.
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