The Devon Rural Archive
An independant heritage centre for the study of our county's buildings and landscapes.
Open on Mondays, Tuesdays and Thursdays from 11am to 3pm.
2023 Evening Lecture Programme

The perfect place to begin your research…
If you would like to study the history of your home, village, town, or indeed any of Devon’s landscapes, there is no better place to begin your research than at the DRA. The Archives unique collection, and its expert team, will soon help you unlock the secrets of your home or village.
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Where we are
Devon Rural Archive, Shilstone, Modbury, Devon, PL21 0TW
Call us: 01548 830832
Email us: office@dra.uk.net