Museums on the Isle of Wight
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Isle of Wight Travel Guide - Museums

 Carisbrooke Castle and Museum
We had the pleasure of visiting here, and our information is based on our personal experiences  

Carisbrooke Castle and Museum Museum located inside the grounds of Carisbrook Castle, showcasing artefacts relating to the history of the castle, the imprisonment here of Charles I, and island life. Collections include island lace, clothing, footwear, toys, and much more.
Newport, Isle of Wight, England, PO30 1XY

Attraction Type: Castle
Heritage Rating: Heritage Rating  ?
Location: 1 m SW Newport, off B3401
Website: Carisbrooke Castle and Museum
Phone: 01983 522 107
Fax: 01983 528 632
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OS SZ486 877

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 Cowes Maritime Museum
  

A small museum with model boats from the Maritime Collection. Thee is an extensive archive of material from the island's yachting and shipbuilding heritage which is accessible by appointment..
Cowes Library, Beckford Road Cowes, Isle of Wight, England, PO31 7SG

Attraction Type: Museum
Heritage Rating: Heritage Rating  ?
Location: Located within the Cowes Library. Free Entry.
Website: Cowes Maritime Museum
Email: museums@iow.gov.uk
Phone: 01983 823433
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 Cowes Maritime Museum
  

A small museum with model boats from the Maritime Collection. Thee is an extensive archive of material from the island's yachting and shipbuilding heritage which is accessible by appointment..
Cowes Library, Beckford Road Cowes, Isle of Wight, England, PO31 7SG

Attraction Type: Museum
Heritage Rating: Heritage Rating  ?
Location: Located within the Cowes Library. Free Entry.
Website: Cowes Maritime Museum
Email: museums@iow.gov.uk
Phone: 01983 823433
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OS SZ495958

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 The Shipwreck Centre & Maritime Museum
  

A fascinating museum detailing the maritime history of the Isle of Wight, with displys of historic shipwrecks, diving gear, and maritime memorabilia. Also at this location is a new Lifeboat museum tracing the heritage of the RNLI on the Isle of Wight.
Arreton Barns Complex, Arreton, Isle of Wight, England

Attraction Type: Museum
Heritage Rating: Heritage Rating  ?
Location: At Arreton, on the Sandown to Newport road
Website: The Shipwreck Centre & Maritime Museum
Email: museum@iowight.com
OS SZ535867

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Accommodation
Isle of Wight

Willow Cottage

Yafford
Self catering cottage

This quaint and cosy barn conversion is an ideal retreat for a couple or small family, sleeping up to three in one bedroom. more >>
Sleeps 3

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21 Millways

Freshwater
Self catering cottage

This lovely, modern house is situated in Freshwater on the Isle of Wight, and sleeps up to six people in four bedrooms. more >>
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Ryde (Hotel)

Ryde Castle Hotel

This distinctive and majestic Victorian building proudly overlooks Ryde Esplanade and Marina.The hotels Brasserie has a warm, opulent atmosphere and is open every evening for dinner.The comprehensive a la carte menu is complemented by an extensive wine list. The bar serves tasty bar meals, snacks and real ales.Some of the … more >>

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Cowes (Hotel)

Fountain Inn, Cowes, Isle of Wight

In the heart of Cowes, overlooking the River Medina, this traditional period Inn is an ideal haven for yachting enthusiasts, businesspeople and holiday-makers.The traditionally appointed Bar and Restaurant are steeped in nautical history. 20 comfortable ensuite rooms all have direct dial telephone and free WiFi, colour TV, iron and ironing … more >>

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