Museums · East of England
Ely Museum
In or near Ely.
Ely Museum — a museum in england-london, United Kingdom.
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Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 1.5 h–3 h
- Best time of year
- Year-round
- Nearest railway station
- Ely · 1.1 km
- Paid entry
- Family-friendly
- Limited wheelchair access
About
Ely Museum is a museum located in england-london, United Kingdom. Sourced from OpenStreetMap (ODbL licence); see local listings for visitor information, opening hours and admission details.
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Official information
Ely Museum showcases the rich heritage of Ely and its surrounding fens, featuring exhibits that span from prehistoric times to the present day. Visitors can explore various displays that highlight local history, including the development of the area and its unique landscape.
Protected designations
- Site of Special Scientific Interest: Ouse Washes SSSI
- Ramsar wetland: Ouse Washes
Designations sourced from Natural England open data under OGL v3.
Place summary
Ely Museum is located in Ely, London, postcode CB7. The museum showcases the history and heritage of the area, featuring local artefacts and exhibits. It serves as a key cultural resource for understanding the region's past.
AI-generated from the structured facts on this page (operator, designation, listing, era). Not a substitute for visiting.
- Coordinates
- 52.4005, 0.2630
- County
- Cambridgeshire
- District
- East Cambridgeshire
- Parish
- Ely
- Postcode
- CB7 4LS
- Parliamentary constituency
- Ely and East Cambridgeshire
- Phone
- +44 1353 666655
- Nearest railway station
- Ely — 1.1 km
- Opening
- Tuesday to Saturday 10:30am - 5:00pm; Sunday 12:00pm - 5:00pm; closed Mondays (except Bank Holidays)
- Official site
- www.elymuseum.org.uk
Sources
- osm: node/29865349 (ODbL)
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Ely Museum?
- Ely Museum is in Cambridgeshire, London, United Kingdom (postcode CB7 4LS), in the parish of Ely.
- What is Ely Museum?
- Ely Museum — a museum in england-london, United Kingdom.
- How do I get to Ely Museum?
- The nearest railway station is Ely, about 1.1 km away. Drivers can use postcode CB7 4LS.
- Is Ely Museum a protected site?
- Yes — Ely Museum is part of the Ouse Washes SSSI Site of Special Scientific Interest and the Ouse Washes Ramsar wetland.
- How do I get to Ely Museum?
- The nearest railway station is Ely, about 1.1 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode CB7 4LS.