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Museum of Island History

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Designed by John Nash and built in 1816, the historic Guildhall is home to the Museum of Island History and Newport's Tourist Information Centre.

Discover the Island from pre-historic past to the present day with:
* Touch Screen Computers.
* Hands on Exhibits.
* Quizzes and Games.
* Microscopic Exploration.

Open:
2nd January – 24th December 2008
Monday to Sat. 10am - 5pm, Sunday 11am-3.30pm

Admission Charges:
Adults - £2.00
Concessions - £1.20
Family - £5.00

Opening Times

Opening 2007 1 Jan 2007 - 31 Dec 2007

Road Directions

From East Cowes ferry, second exit at roundabout onto Well Road, A3021, A3054 to Newport.
From Fishbourne ferry, B3339 (Fishbourne lane), A3054 to Newport.
From Yarmouth ferry, A3054 to Newport.

Public Transport Directions

From West Cowes Red Jet Hi-speed ferry: No. 1 bus route to Newport.
From Ryde Catamaran/Hovertravel: No. 9 bus route to Newport.
From Yarmouth ferry: No. 7 bus route to Newport.
For further information please visit the Southern Vectis travel office at Ryde, bottom of pier or the Tourist Information Centre at West Cowes, opposite ferry terminal entrance and at Yarmouth, left of terminal.

 Contact Info

Museum of Island History
Guildhall
High Street
NEWPORT
Isle of Wight
PO30 1TY

Tel: +44 01983 823433 / 823366
Fax: +44 01983 823841
Email
Website

 Facilities

Accessibility

  • Disabled persons toilet
  • Induction Loop System
  • Wheelchair user accessible

Children & Infants

  • Family Friendly, Children Welcome

Parking & Transport

  • On street parking only

Payment Methods

  • Delta
  • Maestro
  • MasterCard
  • Solo
  • Visa

Establishment Features

  • All weather attraction
  • Gift shop
  • Groups welcome
  • No Pets
  • Open all year round

Specialist Features

  • Information Point