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Museum of Island History
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.
Opening Times:
The Museum of Island History is open throughout the year. Please contact 01983 823366 for Christmas opening times.
Mon - Sat 10.00am – 5.00pm
Sundays - 11.00pm – 3.30pm (subject to change)
Admission Charges:
Adults - £2.00
Concessions - £1.20
Family - £5.00
Opening Times
Opening 1 Jan 2009 - 31 Dec 2009
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
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