Museums · East Midlands
Wisbech & Fenland Museum
In or near Walpole Highway.
Wisbech & Fenland 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
- Paid entry
- Family-friendly
- Wheelchair accessible
About
Wisbech & Fenland Museum is a museum in england-london, United Kingdom, listed in the Wikipedia register of British heritage and tourism sites. See the linked Wikipedia article for full details.
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Official information
The Wisbech & Fenland Museum is an independent charity-run museum showcasing a diverse range of culture from Fenland and beyond. It serves as a well-preserved example of a Victorian museum, featuring various collections and learning resources.
Place summary
Wisbech & Fenland Museum is located in London. This museum houses a diverse collection reflecting the history and culture of the Fenland area. It is known for its significant artefacts and exhibits that cover various aspects of local heritage.
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Background
History
Initially a member-based organisation, the museum is now a charity (311307). The trustee since 1 April 2015 has been Wisbech and Fenland Museum Trustee Company Limited (09432722)
Visiting
Until 2023, admission was free for all visitors. Since 1 May 2023 adults have been charged £5 on entry, which buys a year-long season ticket. The museum is open 10am - 4pm Tuesday to Saturday. It is sometimes open on Bank Holidays but usually closed on Sundays. The W&F is an important venue for widening interest in Wisbech and Fenland and regularly participates in Fenland-wide events and Twilight at the Museums. It puts on activities for families and individuals as well as temporary exhibitions, workshops and other events. During January and early February the museum is open only on Saturdays. The museum has been upgraded to include a lift to access different levels.
Sourced from Wikipedia under CC BY-SA 4.0.
- Coordinates
- 52.6639, 0.1610
- County
- Cambridgeshire
- District
- Fenland
- Parish
- Wisbech
- Postcode
- PE13 1ES
- Parliamentary constituency
- North East Cambridgeshire
- Established
- 1835
- Opening
- Weds-Sat, 10am to 4pm; last admission 3.45pm
- Official site
- www.wisbechmuseum.org.uk
Sources
- wikipedia: Wisbech & Fenland Museum (CC BY-SA 4.0)
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Wisbech & Fenland Museum?
- Wisbech & Fenland Museum is in Cambridgeshire, London, United Kingdom (postcode PE13 1ES), in the parish of Wisbech.
- What is Wisbech & Fenland Museum?
- Wisbech & Fenland Museum — a museum in england-london, United Kingdom.
- How do I get to Wisbech & Fenland Museum?
- Drivers can use postcode PE13 1ES.
- When was Wisbech & Fenland Museum built?
- Built or established in 1835.
- Who owns Wisbech & Fenland Museum?
- Wisbech & Fenland Museum is owned by Wisbech and Fenland Museum Trustee Company Ltd.
- How do I get to Wisbech & Fenland Museum?
- Drivers can navigate to postcode PE13 1ES. It sits within the North East Cambridgeshire parliamentary constituency.