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Priory House Heritage Centre, Dunstable
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Priory House Heritage Centre
High Street South
Dunstable
Bedfordshire
Dunstable
LU6 3RZ
Bedfordshire
England
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Priory House Heritage Centre. Courtesy Dunstable Town Council.
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Collection details
Archaeology, Archives, Coins and Medals, Costume and Textiles, Industry, Photography, Religion, Social History, Weapons and War
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Contact details
Heritage Education Officer (Tel)
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01582 890613
Priory House Reception (Tel)
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01582 890270/2
Dunstable Town Council (Tel)
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01582 513000
Heritage Education Officer
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amy.griffin@dunstable.gov.uk
Priory House
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dunstable.gov.uk/pages/priory%20house%20home.htm
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Open
Mon to Sat, 10.00-16:00
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Closed
Sunday
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Admission charges
Free
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Description
A new and exciting venue, Priory House Heritage Centre is THE place to visit in South Bedfordshire. Hosting a range of events and exhibitions it is an educational resource, home of the local archive and as a base for evening classes, guided walks and a great place to visit.
Originally a hostel for an Augustinian Priory, it was converted into a house after the reformation. Since then it has also been a private mental hospital a hat factory and offices, before opening as a heritage centre in 2005.
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Collections description
Unlike a museum, the display will not be collection based, although some artifacts will be on show. It will focus on the town history, including the Romans, Henry I and Henry VIII.
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Articles
News In Brief - Week Ending June 25 2006
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General Information
Brochure or leaflet available with directions to museum
Guided tours
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Disability Access
Events/teaching/resources for people with disabilities
Induction loops in lecture theatres
Parking for disabled available
Toilets for disabled
Wheelchair access to all public areas
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Children and Families
Events and resources for children and families
Gardens open to public
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General Education
Adult lectures and courses held
Education facilities available
Member of staff available with responsibility for education
Teaching/resources available for HE/FE students
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Schools Education
Direct teaching services for schools
Primary school education service available
Secondary school education service available
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Facilities
Cafeteria
Facilities for private functions and events
Gardens open to public
Library
Meeting room available
Refreshments
Research facilities for academics
Restaurant
Shop
Study facilities
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