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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
Collection details
Archaeology
Archives
Coins and Medals
Costume and Textiles
Industry
Photography
Religion
Social History
Weapons and War
Facilities
Food: yes
Shop: yes
Guided tours: yes
Library: yes
Study area: yes
Wheelchair access: yes
Hearing disability facilities: yes
Contact details
Heritage Education Officer (Tel)
:
01582 890613
Priory House Reception (Tel)
:
01582 890270/2
Dunstable Town Council (Tel)
:
01582 513000
Heritage Education Officer
:
amy.griffin@dunstable.gov.uk
Priory House
:
dunstable.gov.uk/pages/priory%20house%20home.htm
Open
Mon to Sat, 10.00-16:00
Closed
Sunday
Admission charges
Free
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.
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.
Articles
News In Brief - Week Ending June 25 2006
General Information
Brochure or leaflet available with directions to museum
Guided tours
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
Children and Families
Events and resources for children and families
Gardens open to public
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
Schools Education
Direct teaching services for schools
Primary school education service available
Secondary school education service available
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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