A LOCAL landmark with over 200 years of history and heritage has been awarded a full museum accreditation.
Tetbury police museum and courtroom has been awarded an accreditation by the Arts Council.
The prestigious accreditation recognises the museum's ongoing commitment in providing an outstanding facility and to help people to engage with collections and protect them for the future.
Maria Marsh curator of Tetbury Police Museum said it was ‘fantastic news’ and added they are always looking for more volunteers.
“This is fantastic news for the museum and all its volunteers as we have met the national requirements for museums,” she said.
“Our wonderful team are really pleased and excited.
“We are lucky to have such a dedicated team who are involved in every aspect of the museum.
“We are always looking for more people to join our team.”
The Tetbury Police Museum is situated in the original Victorian police station, Gaol and Magistrates Court.
The building was one of 16 police stations and magistrates courts built in Gloucestershire between 1858 and 1909.
The Arts Council Accreditation Scheme is the UK industry standard for museums and galleries.
If anyone is interested in volunteering they can visit the museum on a Wednesday or Friday or email at museum@tetbury.gov.uk
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