Where is Special Collections Gallery?

Special Collections Gallery is in South-East England, United Kingdom (postcode SO17 1BJ), in the parish of Southampton, unparished area.

How do I get to Special Collections Gallery?

The nearest railway station is Swaythling, about 1.5 km away. Drivers can use postcode SO17 1BJ.

Is Special Collections Gallery a protected site?

Yes — Special Collections Gallery is part of the River Test SSSI Site of Special Scientific Interest and the The New Forest SSSI Site of Special Scientific Interest.

Is Special Collections Gallery free to visit?

Yes, Special Collections Gallery is free to enter.

How do I get to Special Collections Gallery?

The nearest railway station is Swaythling, about 1.5 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode SO17 1BJ.

Galleries · South East England

Special Collections Gallery

In or near Southampton.

Free admission♿ Wheelchair: limited

Special Collections Gallery — a gallery in england-south-east, United Kingdom.

Cantilevered lecture theatre, Lanchester Building - geograph.org.uk - 8007322 — David Martin — CC BY-SA 2.0 via Wikimedia Commons licence

Plan your visit

Typical visit: 1 h–2 h
Best time of year: Year-round
Nearest railway station: Swaythling · 1.5 km

Free entry
Family-friendly
Limited wheelchair access

Special Collections Gallery is a gallery 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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Official information

The Special Collections Gallery is part of the Hartley Library at the University of Southampton, showcasing a variety of exhibitions that highlight themes from the library's collections. It features materials from various institutions and focuses on topics such as history, culture, and significant events.

Protected designations

Site of Special Scientific Interest: River Test SSSI
Site of Special Scientific Interest: The New Forest SSSI

Designations sourced from Natural England open data under OGL v3.

Place summary

The Special Collections Gallery is located in South-East England, postcode SO17. This gallery houses a diverse range of collections, showcasing unique items and artefacts. It serves as an important cultural resource for the region.

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

Coordinates: 50.9352, -1.3949
District: Southampton
Parish: Southampton, unparished area
Postcode: SO17 1BJ
Parliamentary constituency: Southampton Test
Nearest railway station: Swaythling — 1.5 km
Opening: Weekdays 10:00 to 16:00; closed for lunch 12:00-12:30
Official site: www.southampton.ac.uk

Sources

osm: node/5576081064 (ODbL)

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