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The Great Britain Guide

Museums · South East England

Eastbourne Lifeboat Museum

In or near Westham.

Free admission♿ Wheelchair: limited4.5 · 328 Google reviews

Eastbourne Lifeboat Museum — a museum in england-south-east, United Kingdom.

RNLI museum and shop - geograph.org.uk - 4551879

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Plan your visit

Typical visit
1.5 h–3 h
Best time of year
Year-round
Nearest railway station
Eastbourne · 0.9 km
  • Free entry
  • Family-friendly
  • Limited wheelchair access

About

Eastbourne Lifeboat Museum is a museum located in england-south-east, United Kingdom. Sourced from OpenStreetMap (ODbL licence); see local listings for visitor information, opening hours and admission details.

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Place summary

The Eastbourne Lifeboat Museum is situated in South-East England, BN21. This museum showcases the history and operations of the local lifeboat service, preserving maritime heritage and educating visitors about the role of lifeboats in coastal safety.

AI-generated from the structured facts on this page (operator, designation, listing, era). Not a substitute for visiting.

Coordinates
50.7621, 0.2865
County
East Sussex
District
Eastbourne
Parish
Eastbourne, unparished area
Postcode
BN21 4BY
Parliamentary constituency
Eastbourne
Nearest railway station
Eastbourne0.9 km

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Frequently asked questions

Where is Eastbourne Lifeboat Museum?
Eastbourne Lifeboat Museum is in East Sussex, South-East England, United Kingdom (postcode BN21 4BY), in the parish of Eastbourne, unparished area.
What is Eastbourne Lifeboat Museum?
Eastbourne Lifeboat Museum — a museum in england-south-east, United Kingdom.
How do I get to Eastbourne Lifeboat Museum?
The nearest railway station is Eastbourne, about 0.9 km away. Drivers can use postcode BN21 4BY.
Is Eastbourne Lifeboat Museum free to visit?
Yes, Eastbourne Lifeboat Museum is free to enter.
How do I get to Eastbourne Lifeboat Museum?
The nearest railway station is Eastbourne, about 0.9 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode BN21 4BY.