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The Museum of Hartlepool
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Jackson's Docks
Maritime Avenue
Hartlepool
TS24 0XZ
Cleveland
England
Facilities
Parking: yes
Food: yes
Shop: yes
Baby changing facilities: yes
Wheelchair access: yes
Contact details
General information (Tel)
:
01429 860077
Website
:
www.destinationhartlepool.com
Open
Daily 1000-1700
Admission charges
Free
Description
This award-winning museum is the finest free show in town. You'll enjoy the hundreds of exhibits which include the restored paddle steam ship Wingfield Castle; a real 'fishing coble' to climb aboard; the finest 'gas illuminated lighthouse'; sea monsters and monkey fish. It features local and social history with a strong maritime emphasis. There are regular exhibitions, craft workshops and other activities. The Museum is part of the Hartlepool Maritime Experience visitor attraction.
Articles
Monkey 'Spy' Bone That Never Was - Now On Show At Curiosity Shop
SeaBritain North East 2005 - Celebrating A Region's Maritime Heritage
Mermen To Polar Bears - Museum Of Curiosities Tours North East
Get Tomorrow's History Today As North East Archive Goes Online
General Information
Brochure or leaflet available with directions to museum
Information point provided
Parking for coaches
Disability Access
Events/teaching/resources for people with disabilities
Parking for disabled available
Toilets for disabled
Wheelchair access to all public areas
Children and Families
Baby changing facilities
Events and resources for children and families
General Education
Education facilities available
Loan service
Member of staff available with responsibility for education
Reception and lunch facilities for educational groups
Schools Education
Primary school education service available
Secondary school education service available
Facilities
Cafeteria
Refreshments
Shop
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