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If you're exploring the area around Tetbury, consider a stop at the Police Museum and Courtroom in Doughton for a genuine look at local legal history.
This former police station and courthouse has been preserved as a working museum, offering visitors a window into how law enforcement and justice actually operated in this part of Gloucestershire. You can walk through the old cells, examine uniforms and equipment spanning different eras, and get a real sense of the rhythms of local policing across the years.
The Victorian courtroom is the standout feature. Standing in the actual space where trials and hearings took place adds real weight to understanding the proceedings that unfolded within those walls. It's a genuinely absorbing way to see how policing and the justice system have developed over time. Since opening hours are variable, it's worth checking ahead before making the trip. Afterwards, Tetbury town centre is just a short distance away, with plenty of antique shops and good places to eat if you want to extend your visit.
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