Halliwell's House Museum is in Selkirk, in a building dating to 1712. Its rooms recreate an ironmongers shop, with household objects and the family bed, while displays upstairs cover the town's history and Common Riding traditions. Look for the material on the Battle of Flodden, then browse the Robson Gallery. Entry is free, with donations welcome, and the museum is larger than its street-front rooms suggest. Staff can add context to the local displays.
A house with several working lives
Halliwell's House dates to 1712 and is identified as Selkirk's oldest building. Before becoming a museum, the property housed different businesses, including a wigmaker, a butcher and an ironmonger. The displays bring its shop history to life by presenting the premises as an ironmongers, with goods for sale and a family bed among the objects.
The recreated shop gives the building a domestic as well as a commercial perspective. Its objects offer a glimpse of everyday life in Selkirk, while the rooms and smaller corners invite a closer look.
Local stories upstairs
The museum continues upstairs, where displays turn to Selkirk's history and its Common Riding traditions. Information on the Battle of Flodden adds another strand to the town's story. The Robson Gallery is also on this floor and includes items visitors can buy.
The museum's compact street presence can make its interior feel unexpectedly extensive. Staff can share additional details about the exhibits and local history, so ask if you want more context as you move through the rooms.
FAQ
Is Halliwell's House Museum free to enter?
Yes. Entry is free, and donations are welcome.
What can you see at Halliwell's House Museum?
The displays include a recreated ironmongers shop, household objects, local history, information on Flodden and material about the Common Riding. The upstairs Robson Gallery has items for purchase.
Is the museum wheelchair accessible?
The entrance is listed as wheelchair accessible.
